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Why Join MPRA?

Becoming a member of the Missouri Parks and Recreation Association (MPRA) allows you to support the growth, accessibility, and quality of parks and recreational spaces across Missouri while advocating for the field on local, state, and national levels, and advancing your professional development through education and ethical standards.

Looking for Discount Theme Parks Tickets?

Visit our ticket consignment page to find out more information on where you can purchase discount tickets to SuperSplash USA, Silver Dollar City, White Water and Raging Rivers.

MPRA Career Center

Visit the MPRA Career Center and view current job and internship offerings for park and recreation professionals in Missouri and surrounding areas.

MPRA Event Calendar

View and register for events and educational opportunities on MPRA's online event calendar.

Already a Member?

Log into the MPRA member's only InfoHub to update your contact information, register for events, search directories, pay invoices, and much more.

Useful Resources

The Resources menu has everything you need, from legislative information and the ticket consignment program to scholarships and certification reimbursements.

We are Missouri Parks and Recreation!

Missouri Parks and Recreation Association (MPRA) is a nonprofit association formed in 1959 to ensure growth and improve of the quality and accessibility of urban and rural parks, open spaces and recreational lands, facilities and programs for all Missourians.

MPRA also serves as the voice for parks and recreation in Missouri on the local, state and national level. MPRA strives to maintain high standards of professional ethics and practices by promoting continuing education for its membership.

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Discount Theme Park Tickets

We’re excited to kick off our 2025 Ticket Consignment Season, and we’d love for you to be part of it! MPRA offers discounted tickets to SuperSplash USA -formerly Big Surf (Osage Beach), Silver Dollar City/White Water (Branson), and new for 2025 Raging Rivers Water Park (north of STL)—allowing you to provide up to 35% savings off gate prices for your community. Email Heather to sign up or learn more!

CPRP Free Prep Kit

Apply to take the Certified Park and Recreation Professional (CPRP) exam by April 30 and receive a FREE CPRP Exam Preparation Kit ($250 value). This kit provides a detailed review of the five core competencies and 51 job tasks covered in the CPRP Exam so you can prepare with confidence. Learn more here.

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CONTINUE YOUR EDUCATION

  • Continuing Education Opportunities
  • Annual Conference & Expo
  • Certifications
  • Scholarships/Certification Reimbursement

CONNECT with Parks & Recreation Professionals

  • Member Directories
  • Professional Staff Assistance
  • Leadership Opportunities
  • Sections of Interest
  • Member Forums

Ways We COMMUNICATE with Members

  • MPRA Magazine
  • Monthly Newsletter

We Are Your LEGISLATIVE Voice

  • MPRA is the recognized voice of parks, recreation, and leisure services in Missouri and work with policymakers to represent the need of our members.

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