To promote excellence of current and future Parks and Recreation professionals through advocacy, education, networking, and training.

Certified Playground Safety Inspector (CPSI)

This course is the most comprehensive training program on playground hazard identification and risk management methods offered anywhere. Advanced reading and fifteen hours of training from nationally known playground safety experts will prepare participants to "sit” for the Certified Playground Safety Inspector Examination offered at the culmination of the certification course. Help our children by designing, installing, and maintaining safe playgrounds.

WRPA 2019 Annual Conference and Tradeshow "Collaborate on the Columbia"

WRPA is very excited to announce the 72nd Annual WRPA Conference & Tradeshow which will be taking place in Vancouver, WA. Mark your calendar's for April 9-12, 2019 and celebrate with us as we "Collaborate on the Columbia." This is a great opportunity to join more than 550 recreation and park professionals for the opportunity to network, learn and celebrate the recreation and parks industry.