How to Join
The application process is easy and affordable. Just click on the links below to join the Kansas Recreation and Park Association located at:
KRPA
700 SW Jackson St. Ste 805
Topeka, KS. 66603-3737

If you have questions, contact the KRPA office at (785) 235-6533 and speak with Bonnie Simon or Doug Vance.

Resources

• Individual and Organization Membership Application - Join online as an individual member for individuals, and organizations.
• Student Membership Application - Join online for full time students
• Agency Membership Application - Join online as an agency member for parks and recreation agencies.
• Commercial Membership Application - Join online as a commercial member for companies that sell products and/or services to parks and recreation agencies.

• Member Benefits
  KRPA is a statewide professional association of more than 950 members that is dedicated to supporting agencies, individual professionals, citizens, and communities in the parks, recreation, and leisure services professions. Created in 1948, KRPA is comprised of citizens and professionals striving to provide quality recreation opportunities for all Kansans, while protecting and preserving the state’s natural resources so generations to come can experience Kansas as it is today. Benefits for members include educational opportunities and professional development, networking opportunities, as well as an ongoing collaborative effort to enhance the value and perception of our industry.
  
  Additional Member Benefits
• Build your work experience and network with other students and professionals in the parks and recreation field.
• Network with other professionals in Kansas who share your interests and challenges.
• Receive our publications which include the regular e-blasts which includes up to the minute information on members, programs, legislation, and advocacy as well as the KRPA Today quarterly magazine, our monthly electronic newsletter, and an annual Membership Listing in the KRPA Today magazine.
• Search for career opportunities or job openings in the area.
• Strengthen and advance park and recreation issues through the legislature and throughout the community.
• Take advantage of cutting edge professional development opportunities such as the annual KRPA Conference and Trade Show and our Tomorrow’s Leaders Institute, which is designed for the future leaders of our industry. Earn CEU credits by attending our AFO or CPSI workshops or one of our high-level training workshops sponsored through our eight branch organizations. Each conference or workshop is focused to offer education featuring the latest trends in the industry.

KRPA Board / Committee Opportunities
As a member of KRPA you can take a major leadership role to strengthen your professional knowledge and network base by participating as a member of the board of directors, on one of eight branch boards, as a member of standing committees such as:

• Awards
• Professional development
• Public policy