As the country grapples with the overwhelming aspects of an international pandemic, people across our nation have taken to the streets and boardrooms to demand change around systemic racism and its devastating effects. These historical and ongoing traumas have led and continue

Smartphones and technology are not going away. It is more important than ever to ensure your digital presence supports your brand. This can be accomplished by having a solid strategic plan for your digital assets. This session will walk you through the

We’ve made it this far; let’s keep it going! Summer 2022 opening day is a few months away. You are making your plans and meeting with your fellow park and recreation professionals to see what they have planned as well. Join this

What has happened to your sponsorship program during COVID-19? Did your district thrive, or did you just find ways to survive? This presentation will give you further insight into additional creative sponsorship opportunities that will give your partners added exposure. Additionally, this

This session is an informative course for occupational therapy practitioners interested in gaining knowledge on adaptive scuba diving. Adaptive scuba diving has a long history but is gaining more interest for individuals with disabilities and practitioners alike due to its inherent therapeutic

Learn essential and valuable information about tennis courts and athletic tracks, including common problems and defects, recommendations for proper maintenance, and how they are designed and constructed. Find out what color schemes are best for tennis courts and what type of athletic

In recent years, destination play has driven foot traffic to large and small communities alike throughout the United States. Destination play spaces, such as Morton Arboretum Children’s Garden, Bellaboos Imagination Garden, 95th Street Community Plaza, and Bison’s Bluff, have been catalysts for

In this session, board members and administrators will learn about the types of financing available to finance Illinois park projects. We will explore how these debt products are issued and which options might be right for a particular project. Learning Outcomes: –

The mission of the park district now includes online meetings, e-sports, and the ever-present threat of cyberattacks. This panel will discuss safeguards, best practices, and contract concerns for your time in the cyberverse. Learning Outcomes: – Learn best practices for balancing accessibility

Every year, park and recreation agencies provide hundreds of thousands of programs, events, and services. Some programs address specific goals/outcomes, whereas other events or services focus on enjoyable experiences. How do we know that our intended outcome is achieved? Many agencies use