REGISTRATION OPENS MAY 13 SEPTEMBER 24—26, 2019 NRPA.ORG/CONFERENCE

N AT I O N A L R E C R E AT I O N A N D P A R K A S S O C I AT I O N

2019A N N U A L C O N F E R E N C ESEPTEMBER 24–26 | BALTIMORE, MD

THE DETAILSDATES TO REMEMBER • Registration Opens May 13, 2019 • Early Bird Registration Ends August 2, 2019 • The Conference runs September 24—26, 2019

WHAT ABOUT HOTELS? • Discounted room blocks are available at www.nrpa.org/Conference-Hotels • Book your room beginning May 13, 2019

Where is it? • Baltimore Convention Center, Baltimore, Maryland

THE 2019 NRPA ANNUAL CONFERENCEWHY SHOULD YOU ATTEND?

» This is the only event where you can connect in person with 8,000 people with a passion for parks and recreation.

» With hundreds of top speakers, more than 200 sessions and 12 education tracks, you are guaranteed to learn something new and leave inspired.

» The Exhibit Hall, with more than 400 exhibitors, is filled with the latest and greatest products and services from top brands.

» 88% of past attendees have been satisfied with their overall experience—you can be too!

"A great opportunity for anyone at any level in their career to come, network and to get professional development on any number of subjects. It doesn’t really matter how big your community is or how small it is, there is something for everybody."

- Holli Browder, Director, Columbus Parks and Recreation Department

TOP 5 WAYS TO SAVE ON CONFERENCE ATTENDANCE » Save up to $260 by registering before the Early Bird deadline - August 2.

» NRPA Premier Member agencies that purchase four full package registrations, get the fifth registration for FREE! (restrictions apply)

» Become a member! Non-members receive one year of membership with registration. Members enjoy many great benefits, even beyond the conference.

» Become a Conference Volunteer and receive a discounted registration, or maybe even attend for free.

» Get the most out of your trip by adding a Pre-Conference Workshop.

» OPENING RECEPTION – Celebrate, network and have some fun with thousands of your peers.

» FIRST-TIME ATTENDEE EVENT – Connect with other first time attendees while you enjoy food, drinks and painting your own custom souvenir.

» ACTIVE OUTINGS & LEISURE TOURS – Tours of Baltimore and D.C. attractions, fishing on the Chesapeake Bay, kayaking in the Inner Harbor, participating in a 5K and much more!

» DIRECTORS’ CORNER – Intended for executive level professionals, these unique sessions focus on cutting-edge issues and challenges facing agencies throughout the country.

» LEARNING PLAYGROUND – Come to the Exhibit Hall for these highly interactive education sessions that get you up and out of your seat.

» SHOW ME THE MONEY – Come to the exhibit hall for a chance to win thousands in gift cards.

» PARKS BUILD COMMUNITY – Join us for the unveiling of the new and improved Catherine ABC Park.

» CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS – Earn a professional certificate in Marketing, Leadership or Playground Maintenance.

To learn more about what’s new this year, visit www.nrpa.org/Conference

2019 CONFERENCE HIGHLIGHTS

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Join us September 24-26 in Baltimore, Maryland

Registration Opens May 13, 2019

WIN A TRIP TO THE CONFERENCEEnter By May 12 for Your Chance to Win Free Registration, Hotel and Airfare.

You can also vote for the runner-up prize!

nrpa.org/Conference-Sweepstakes

Round-trip airfare provided in partnership with Southwest Airlines. Visit www.nrpa.org/Conference-Sweepstakes for official sweepstakes rules, restrictions and prize details.

SCHEDULE AT A GLANCESunday, September 22 • Parks Build Community Dedication • Local Host Off-Site Institutes • Local Host Leisure Tours

Monday, September 23 • Pre-Conference Workshops • Local Host Off-Site Institutes • Local Host Leisure Tours • Board of Directors Meeting • Local Host Golf Tournament • First-Time Attendee Event • Gold Medal Reception (Invite Only)

Tuesday, September 24 • Opening General Session • Exhibit Hall Day 1 • Education Sessions • Local Host Off-Site Institutes • Student & Young Professional Welcome Event • Opening Reception

Wednesday, September 25 • Exhibit Hall Day 2 • Education Sessions • Local Host Leisure Tours (evening) • Best of the Best Awards Ceremony

Thursday, September 26 • Local Host Sunrise Yoga & 5K Fun Run/Walk • Education Sessions • Local Host Off-Site Institutes • Local Host Leisure Tours • Closing General Session

Friday, September 27 • Local Host Leisure Tours