How to join KRPA and SUPPORT parks and recreation throughout the state!

The process is easy and affordable.  Just fill out an applications - available on the links below - and return it to the KRPA Office, 700 SW Jackson Street, Suite 805, Topeka, KS. 66603.  If you have questions, contact the KRPA office (785-235-6533) and speak with Bonnie Simon (ext. 20 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it ) or Doug Vance (ext. 21 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it ).

Individuals, Organizations and Commercial Companies:

Click Here to Join:    Membership Application Beginning Feb 2010

Parks and Recreation Agencies:

Click Here to Join:    Agency Membership Application

KRPA NEEDS YOUR SUPPORT AS A MEMBER!

KRPA is a statewide professional association of more than 1,000 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 Reasons to be a KRPA Member

-- 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 NPSI workshops or one of our high-level training workshops sponsored through our five branch organizations.  Each conference or workshop is focused to offer education featuring the latest trends in the industry.

-- Strengthen and advance park and recreation issues through the legislature and throughout the community.

-- Receive our publications which include the regular e-blasts which includes up to the minute information on members, programs, legislation and advocacy, the KRPA Today quarterly magazine, our monthly electronic newsletter and an annual Membership Directory and Buyer’s Guide.

-- Network with other professionals in Kansas who share your interests and challenges.

-- Search for career opportunities or job openings in the area.

-- As a student you can build your work experience and network with other students and professionals in the parks and recreation field.
 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 five branch boards, as a member of standing committees such as awards, professional development, youth sports or public policy.