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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.

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From legislative information and the ticket consignment program to scholarships and certification reimbursements, the Resource Menu has the info you need.

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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2025 MPRA Conference & Expo

The MPRA conference committee is currently planning for an amazing conference on March 18-21, 2025 in Branson, MO. Visit the conference page for more details.

2025 LWCF Grant Rounds Are Open

The Missouri Department of Natural Resources, Division of State Parks, is pleased to announce that the 2025 grant rounds for the Land & Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) is now open. For more information about this program, visit LWCF GRANTS. For questions, contact grants management staff at mspgrants@dnr.mo.gov. The deadline to apply is November 15, 2024.

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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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