Welcome to the new ORPA website complete with many new features for members including:
- Online Membership Directory
- Forums
- Surveys
- Online Secure Registration for Training Opportunities
- Resources
The Oregon Recreation and Park Association, a non-profit (c) (3)
organization founded in 1954, serves as a network offering information
and contacts directly related to the recreation and park profession.
ORPA and NRPA May and June Events in Oregon
NRPA Environmental Stewardship Summit
May 4-7, 2008, Portland, OR
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NRPA Playground Safety Inspector Course & Exam
May 7-9, 2008, Wilsonville, OR
Registration Closed!
NRPA Aquatic Facility Operator Course
May 8-9, 2008, Beaverton
Registration Closes May 2, 2008
SOAR Spring Workshop
May 14, 2008, Salem, OR
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SPRINT Summer Leadership Training for Directors and Leaders
May 31, 2008, Eugene, OR
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ORPA Bingo Bongo Golf Tournament
June 27, 2008, Newberg, OR
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Learn how to become a member and receive the full benefits of the
largest network of park and recreation professionals in Oregon. Join...
Join us this fall for the Annual ORPA Conference at the beautiful new Riverhouse Convention Center in Bend, September 21-24. Educational Session proposals are due April 7. Exhibitor information will be available soon with online registration.
Our mission is to provide a network of support to our members
through professional development and resources in order to enhance the
quality of recreation and parks services.
The Primary Purpose (or Business) of Oregon Parks & Recreation:
- Strengthening community image and sense of place
- Protecting natural resources
- Fostering human development
- Strengthening safety and security
- Supporting economic development
- Preserving cultural resources
- Providing recreational and educational experiences
- Increasing cultural unity
- Promoting health and well being
- Facilitating community problem-solving
- Being good stewards of public resources
ORPA VIP Strategic Plan
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