WRPA Mission

Promote excellence in current and future parks and recreation professionals through advocacy, networking, education, and training.

WRPA Announces a New Committee!

Equity, Inclusion & Belonging Committee (EIB)

In August 2020, WRPA launched the new Equity, Inclusion & Belonging (EIB) Committee. We want to encourage all WRPA members and non-members to learn more about the Committee by visiting their landing page. Read about the committee's suggested goals and strategies and review topical resources.

Learn More Now

If you are a WRPA member who would like to join this new committee please email the WRPA Office at [email protected].

Stay Connected with WRPA

Review COVID-19 Resources for Washington Recreation & Park Professionals

We know it has been hard to navigate the new normal presented by COVID-19. WRPA is committed to supporting the parks and rec community through this tough time. Take some time to check out our selection of resources you and your city/agency can use to help re-open your facilities and parks and keep your community safe.

Resources & Materials

WRPA 2020 Virtual Aquatics Conference

This training has been brought about because of the uniqueness of what we do and the ever-changing requirements in training and working with large numbers of part-time staff and working with the risk management issues surrounding water.

Learn More & Register

This new online format provides even more opportunities for attendees. We hope this year we can expand to even more park and recreational professionals with helpful training and networking possibles.

Learn More & Register

Reimbursement Opportunity for the Aquatics Conference & Fall Summit!

WCIA will reimburse the cost of one registration per WCIA member. Reimbursement funding is available upon program completion. If you have questions, please contact WCIA Member Services at [email protected].