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Becoming a member of the Missouri Parks and Recreation
Association (MPRA) supports the growth and quality of
parks across Missouri while advancing your professional
development and strengthening advocacy for the field.

Discount Theme Park Tickets

Save big on summer fun with exclusive discounted
tickets to top Missouri theme parks through MPRA’s
Ticket Consignment Program, available for a limited time
at participating agencies!

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.

Member's Only Center

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

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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2027 Conference & Expo

IMPORTANT DATES:
Hotel Room Block Opens: Tuesday, September 15, 2026 - Book Early!
Exhibitor Registration Open to MPRA Members Only: Monday, November 2, 2026
Exhibitor Registration Open to Everyone: Monday, November 16, 2026
Delegate Registration Opens: Monday, November 2, 2026
Early Bird Rates End: Wednesday, January 13, 2027

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Building Better Speakers Training

Want to present at a conference or speak more confidently in front of your community? Join the Building Better Speakers Training to learn how to plan, organize, and deliver engaging presentations with confidence, clarity, and impact.

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MPRA Member

 

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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