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Become a Member or Renew Your Membership for 2026!

Becoming a member of the Missouri Parks and Recreation Association (MPRA) allows you to support the growth, accessibility, and quality of parks and recreational spaces across Missouri while advocating for the field on local, state, and national levels, and advancing your professional development through education and ethical standards.

2026 Conference & Expo

February 24-27, 2026 • Columbia, MO

Visit the conference page to view important dates and learn more about our upcoming annual event.

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.

Already a Member?

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

Useful 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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Volunteer with MPRA

MPRA has open section leadership positions and is seeking candidates for the next election. If interested, click the section name to send an email.

Aquatics (President Elect, and Secretary / Treasurer)
Park Resources (President Elect, and Secretary / Treasurer)
Sports (President Elect and Secretary / Treasurer)
Young Professionals (President Elect and Secretary / Treasurer)
IDEA (Co-President)

Check out the Volunteer Center in the InfoHub for additional opportunities to engage with MPRA.

 

Maintenance Rodeo Winners

There was no shortage of good times, exciting competitions, and cheering spectators at the Region 1, 3 and 4 Maintenance Rodeos this year. 45 amazing teams competed this year! Congratulations to this year’s champions, Pleasant Hill (Region 1), Nevada (Region 3), and Washington (Region 4). Click links to see the full listing of results.

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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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