All summer long, parks and recreation professionals create unforgettable camp experiences. They teach new skills, build confidence, encourage friendships, and help kids discover what they're capable of.

This September, it's your turn.

The 2026 Tomorrow's Leaders Institute isn't your typical workshop or conference. It's an immersive leadership experience that brings together emerging parks and recreation professionals from across Kansas for three days of learning, team-building, collaboration, and personal growth.

If you're wondering what it's really like, just ask someone who's been there.

Madeline Becker of Johnson County Park and Recreation District, a member of the 2025 Tomorrow's Leaders Institute class, described her experience this way:

"This multi-day camp experience brought Park and Recreation professionals from all over the state together to learn more about our profession, each other and by the end of the camp, even more about ourselves."

Tomorrow's Leaders Institute is designed to stretch participants in ways that traditional conferences can't. Through leadership discussions, hands-on team challenges, outdoor activities, and collaborative problem-solving, participants build practical skills while forming relationships with peers from agencies across Kansas. Along the way, they'll hear from experienced leaders, tackle real-world scenarios, and gain fresh perspectives they can bring back to their own organizations.

For Madeline, one of the most memorable parts of the experience wasn't just what she learned, it was the people she met along the way.

"Getting to know folks in my field that share the same passion as I do for the world of Parks and Recreation was a unique experience."

You can read Madeline's complete article featured in the KRPA Today spring magazine.

Whether you're looking to grow as a leader, expand your professional network, or challenge yourself in new ways, Tomorrow's Leaders Institute offers an experience unlike any other.

The kids have had camp all summer. Now it's your turn.

Join the 2026 Tomorrow's Leaders Institute this September and experience three days of learning, connection, and leadership that can shape your career for years to come. 

Reserve your spot at Tomorrow's Leaders Institute 2026.