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Wellness Opportunity-Meditation for Increase Energy
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Video
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Golf Tournament
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River Marsh Golf Club
We are thrilled to extend an invitation to you for the prestigious 2024 MRPA Annual Golf Tournament at conference! This much-anticipated event promises a day of exceptional golf, networking, and enjoy
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Exhibit Hall Set-Up
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Chesapeake Ballrooms & Outside
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Registration
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Conference Lobby (lower level)
Welcome to conference! Come check in for your conference badge, bag, and more.
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Wellness Opportunity-Mindful Eating Meditation
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Video
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Leading When Promoted Within -Career Development Track
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Galleon
Three Hour Pre-Conference Workshop
Leadership roles are challenging, whether you come new into an organization or if you are promoted from within. What does it mean to be promoted into a leadership po
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Jayne Miller
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Leadership Institute Presentations
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Choptank Ballroom
Leadership Class of 2024 will share their final projects on Unsung Heroes; Senior Population; Climate Change; Situational Awareness; Mental Health
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Operations University Presentations
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Choptank Ballroom
The Operations University Class of 2023-2024 will be presenting their final projects on topics they have learned in this year’s class including: Professional Development in the Workplace, Snow Opera
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2SLGBTQIA+ Meet & Greet
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Michener's Library
Whether you are part of the community or an ally, join us for a meet and greet at Michener’s Library and learn how you can help with the upcoming summit! Cash bar available.
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Recreation University Meet & Greet
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Michener's Library
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First Timers Meet & Greet *Changed to 5pm*
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President's Suite (Room #5402)
First Time Attendees Meet and Greet
Come and meet the MRPA President, Roslyn Johnson, and connect with other first time attendees.
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Welcome Wagon
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Conference Lobby (Lower Level)
Greetings to all attendees of the 2024 MRPA Conference! We would like to invite you to visit our Welcome Wagon Table, which is located near the Registration Table, at 6 pm. Here, you can refresh, rene
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Welcome/Opening Session and General Membership Meeting
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Choptank Ballroom
Join us as we kick off the 2024 MRPA Annual Conference, we are excited to welcome you all to Cambridge!
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Exhibit Hall & Equipment Village Grand Opening
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Chesapeake Ballrooms & Outside
The exhibit hall is always a blast, and this year we’ve expanded on that with an outdoor Equipment Village that you can’t miss! With more than #75 exhibitors - inside and out - this is your opport
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Silent Auction
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Chesapeake Front Foyer
Check out and put in a bid on many of the fabulous offerings and donations from various organizations and sponsors across Maryland.
https://app.charityauctionstoday.com/auctions/maryland-recreation-
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Wellness Opportunity-Meditation for Relaxation
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Video
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Musco Interactive Sport Lighting Demo
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Equipment Village (outside)
Join Musco for an interactive sports lighting demonstration at this year’s MRPA Annual Conference. We’ll discuss the importance of spill and glare control to any successful sports lighting project
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Tropical Paradise on the Choptank Social & TR Miniature Golf Tournament
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Regatta Pavilion & Mini Golf Course
Wear your tropical print attire so that you'll match the tropical oasis at our very own version of paradise & sign-up for the beach relays.
Games in the Regatta Pavilion
Music in the Choptank Ballroom
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Wellness Opportunity-Walking Meditation (Forest Bathing)
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Manor Lawn
Grab your walking shoes and meet us at Manor Lawn. Start the morning off with a walking meditation.
A safe and proven immersive experience involving early morning walks combined with forest bathing t
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Wellness Opportunity-Being Present
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Video
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Registration
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Conference Lobby (lower level)
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Opening Keynote Session-Planning for 21st Century Parks and Public Spaces: What’s Next?
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Choptank Ballroom
Mitchell J. Silver
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Brunch
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Chesapeake Ballrooms & Outside
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Exhibit Hall & Equipment Village
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Chesapeake Ballrooms & Outside
Not able to visit with all the commercial members last night? No need to worry, they are back in the Choptank Ballroom and outside again today. Stop by for a visit between sessions and enjoy lunch as
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Silent Auction
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Conference Lobby (lower level)
Check out and put in a bid on many of the fabulous offerings and donations from various organizations and sponsors across Maryland.
https://app.charityauctionstoday.com/auctions/maryland-recreation-
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Wellness Opportunity-Breathing Well
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Video
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Activating Parks & Rec Spaces in Prince George’s County with Visual & Public Art -Programming Track
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Cutter
Explore the dynamic intersection of visual and public art programs in recreation buildings, outdoor settings, and on park grounds throughout Prince George’s County in this informational session. Del
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Brittney McGowan
Stuart Diekmeyer
Alec Simpson
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Coastal Climate Resilience in an Age of Uncertainty -Nature Track
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Skipjack
Over the course of the next 30 years, Maryland's climate along its coasts (including the bay and some large rivers) will look more and more like coastal South Carolina. With more water than ever and m
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Lauren Belle
Environmental Sustainability Coordinator at M-NCPPC Department of Parks and Recreation, Prince George's County
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Developing a Cost Recovery Plan -Administrative Track
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Galleon
Creating a cost recovery plan on your own can be intimidating. Learn from other agencies that have recently created and revised their cost recovery plans. We will discuss costs to provide the service,
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Bill Tschirhart
Chief of Administration at Five Rivers MetroParks
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Fiscal Planning for Modern Aquatics Programs and Attractions at Any Budget -Maintenance Track
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Windjammer
This session will provide an exploration of options to modernize and enrich your aquatic facility's activity offerings. With so many options available, it can be overwhelming and costly to determine t
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Justin Caron
Michael Mancini
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Fit, Fad, or Flop? Increasing the Chance that Your New Program Ideas Will Succeed-Programming Track
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Clipper
Bobbi Nance
President & Founder at Recreation Results LLC
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Mastering Conference Networking: Building Meaningful Connection for Career Success-Career Track
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Schooner
Unlock the secrets to effective networking at conferences with our engaging session on “Mastering Conference Networking.” In this dynamic presentation, we will guide you through proven strategies
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Shonnda Smith
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Lunch
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Equipment Village
Buffet lunch will be served outside at the Equipment Village.
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Grand Prize Drawing
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Equipment Village
Grand Prize Drawing for an electric scooter.
Tickets are available at the prize table inside the Exhibit Hall.
MUST BE PRESENT TO WIN!
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"Beyond Accessibility: Creating Inclusive Playgrounds - A Framework for Maryland" -Maintenance Track
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Cutter
The Maryland Developmental Disabilities Council and the Maryland Department of Disabilities recently released the “Framework and Tool Kit for Inclusive Playgrounds in Maryland” in the Fall of 2023
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Susan Potts
Therapeutic Recreation & Accommodation Services at Howard County Dept of Recreation & Parks
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Changes in Attitude, Changes in Latitude in a Jimmy Buffet world: Boomer Programming
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Windjammer
Boomers claim a patent on the idea of “Youth” and think of themselves as the young generation. They retire early, have funds, and want something to do. This session will help you develop a plan on
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Terri Hilton
Manager, Senior Services at City of Rockville
Nancy Pfeffer
Regional Manager, Senior Services Division at Maryland National Capital Park and Planning Commission
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Deaf Culture and Etiquette in the Workplace -Administrative Track
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Skipjack
The aim of this session is to increase awareness about the Deaf community and culture. Also, it discusses how to promote positive experience in the workplace for the Deaf community. This presentation
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Noe Turcios
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Interviewing: Promote Yourself with a Four Word Answer -Career Development Track
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Clipper
Walk into every interview prepared to answer any question. Join us as we investigate how to develop a four-word philosophy that will lead to a high-quality interview response. Learn about an intervi
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Jonathan Smink
at Montgomery County
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Leading Your Team Like a Real Boss! (Not a Bully or a Be-oss) -Career Development Track
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Galleon
Does your team see you as a boss? Gender and racial bias can play a big role in how people perceive their bosses, which can lead to descriptions like bully or be-oss. In this session we will discuss
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Myla Neal
Assistant Director 5714798924 at Loudoun County PRCS
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Listening to the Land: Using Natural Resources to Guide Park Development -Nature Track
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Schooner
Too often, Park and Rec agencies do themselves a disservice by either over-engineering park design or putting unsustainable maintenance requirements on projects. For many park goers, simple and thoug
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Chris Matthews
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Exhibit Hall Breakdown
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Chesapeake Ballrooms & Outside
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Different Sizes, Same Goals: Navigating Parks & Rec Landscape in Any Community-Administrative Track
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Clipper
Imagine a world without parks, playgrounds, or recreational facilities. It's a world missing the vital spaces that foster community, physical health, and a sense of belonging. Join us as we delve into
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Jay Tryon
Deputy Director at City of Concord parks and recreation.
Tom Venniro
Director of Parks and Recreation at Town of Parma - Hilton-Parma Parks and Recreation
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Get Promoted: The Art of Soft Skills -Career Development Track
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Galleon
For hiring managers, finding employees with hard skills is easy, however the most sought-after employee is one who, while possessing hard skills, has mastered soft skills. The hard skills are obvious
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Jai Cole
Chris Matthews
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Invasive Plant Identification and Removal -Nature Track
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Skipjack
Invasive plants can be devastating to local ecosystems and cost the U.S. $142 billion each year; it is challenging for local governments and homeowners to manage the overwhelming nature of these plant
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Mikaela Boley
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Recreation and Maintenance - Cultivating Cooperative Relationships -Maintenance Track
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Cutter
The Southern Region Parks Division ensures that facilities, parks, and events are safe, well-
maintained, and meet visitors' needs. Park staff frequently collaborate with the programming
teams to deli
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Annette Cole
Brandon Burton
Anthony Potts
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Trends in Playspace Design: Activity, Engagement, and Involvement -Maintenance Track
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Schooner
Parks today face the challenge of providing environments that will attract children and families to engage, play and stay. To compete with indoor, more sedentary activities. In this session, we will
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Michael Fingeroth
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Truly Inclusive Aquatics -Programming Track
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Windjammer
Parks and recreation facilities are meant to be safe, accessible spaces for all children in the community – a diverse population with varying needs. Aquatic facilities should support all bodies, not
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Justin Caron
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A Focus on Resilience & Grace: Supporting Your Wellbeing -Programming Track
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Galleon
Natalie Burke
President and CEO at CommonHealth ACTION
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Adventures in Nature Play: The Value of Nature Play & Nature Playscapes -Nature Track
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Windjammer
Join us for an engaging session as we discover the numerous benefits including the health benefits, therapeutic effects on mental well-being, and the fostering of social development of nature play opp
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Jessica Jeannetta
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Parks and Rec Out & About: Addressing Diversity, Equity & Inclusion With Mobile Units-Administrative
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Cutter
Members of almost every community want their own community center…or do they? Perhaps what they really want is access to culturally competent, inclusive, and diverse programs where they live, work,
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Veronica Burke
Therapeutic Recreation Regional Manager at The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission Department of Parks and Recreation, Prince George’s County
Phil Davis
George Moxley
Recreation and Park Maintenance Coordinator at Maryland National Capital Park and Planning Commission - Prince Georges County - Parks and Recreation
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Plant Problem Diagnostic -Maintenance Track
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Skipjack
Integrated pest management, or IPM, is a process that can be used to solve pest problems while minimizing risks to people and the environment. In IPM, monitoring and correct pest identification help y
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Emily Zobel
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Rediscovering Purpose: Navigating & Sharing the Power of Your "Why" -Programming Track
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Clipper
Rediscovering Purpose: Navigating and Sharing the Power of Your ‘Why’ will provide seasoned Parks and Recreation professionals with a deeper understanding of why we do what we do. New professional
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Chris Carroll
at Anne Arundel County
Carolyn Muller
Lisa Carroll
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Silent Auction
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William Vans Murray
Check out and put in a bid on many of the fabulous offerings and donations from various organizations and sponsors across Maryland. Please note, auction will be open till 1 AM despite schedule stoppin
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The Enneagram: Understanding It and Its Usefulness in Your Organization -Career Development Track
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Schooner
This session is designed to introduce the Enneagram and its usefulness in the workplace to promote leadership, self awareness, conflict resolution, team building and communication. Participants will r
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Emily Rose
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Park and Resource Conservation Branch (PARC) Branch Meetings
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Clipper
PARC Branch members consist of individuals employed in or with an interest in the natural resources, park maintenance and development and conservation fields. Members are provided with new ideas and i
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Recreation and Leisure Services Branch (RALS) Meeting
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Galleon
The core of this branches membership includes individuals employed by governmental agencies providing recreation opportunities and services. Employees of the public, private, tourism and commercial re
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Therapeutic Recreation Branch (TR) Meeting
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Schooner
This branch brings together professionals, students and volunteers concerned with or involved in the programming of leisure opportunities for individuals with disabilities and/or senior citizens. Memb
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Donald Long Memorial Duck Race
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Winter Garden Indoor Pool
The Donald Long Duck Race was founded in 2004 to add excitement and an alternative recreational outlet for conference attendees. Donald Long and Di-Quynn Reno were the founding coordinators of the duc
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Music and Mingling Social 9pm- 1am
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Choptank
9pm -1am
Join us in the Choptank Ballrooom for another night of fun. If the DJ plays your favorite song, by all means, dance, like nobody’s watching! Cash bar available.
If you registered in adva
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S'mores & Paint Evening Social
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Regatta Pavilion
Pre-registration Required.
Prefer a more chill evening? While painting and making s’mores, we’ll have an opportunity to have great conversations, share stories, jokes, laughs & smiles with familia
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Silent Auction
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Conference Lobby (lower level)
Check out and put in a bid on many of the fabulous offerings and donations from various organizations and sponsors across Maryland. Silent Auction will close at 1 pm on Thursday, 4/11.
https://app.ch
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Wellness Opportunity - Drums for Fitness
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Chesapeake E
Join us for this class tailored to bring joy and wellness to drummers one beat at a time. Beyond the physical benefits, group drumming is known to alleviate stress, boost brain function, reduce anxiet
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Past Presidents & Directors' Breakfast
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Water's Edge Grill
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Regsitration
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Conference Lobby (lower level)
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Artificially Intelligent Parks & Rec: Making Informed Decisions Today & Beyond-Programming Track
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Galleon
An inside look into the world of artificial intelligence with a focus on readiness for implementation in parks and recreation. In this session we will explore preparing an agency for AI, leveraging AI
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Duane Prophet
Director of Digital Government at Prince George’s County Office of Information Technology
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Boomer to Zoomer: Bridging Generational Diversity in the Multigenerational Workforce-Administrative
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Windjammer
This session will discuss the different generations that comprise today's workforce. The session will explain key differences and expectations each generation holds and how they can be used in order t
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Victoria "Tori" Boschert
Recreation Coordinator at Calvert County Parks & Recreation
James "Nate" Smith
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Embracing Nature, Building Community: Parks & Mental Health for 2SLGBTQIA+ Individuals -Nature Track
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Skipjack
This presentation, led by Dr. Jonathan Van Caudill, seeks to clarify the profound, therapeutic potential of parks and natural spaces, particularly focusing on the mental well-being of 2SLGBTQIA+ indiv
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Jonathan Caudill
at University Aviation Association
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Game Time: Opportunities Within Gaming and Esports -Programming Track
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Schooner
Tarrin Morgan
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How to Integrate Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Into Your Agency -Administrative Track
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Cutter
There have been significant demographic shifts across the United States and Maryland over the past twenty years; with a more diverse population in terms of age, race, and ethnicity and the recreationa
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Jayne Miller
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Winning Culture: Winning Over the Silent Majority -Career Development Track
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Clipper
This session is focused on how to get the silent majority in your agency to buy into the culture work that is happening around them. It is easy to get motivated professionals at a conference excited a
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Myla Neal
Assistant Director 5714798924 at Loudoun County PRCS
Ramier Martin
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Athletic Fields: Pesticide Free Maintenance and Building a Strong Foundation -Maintenance Track
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Cutter
Jason Jarvis
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Conservation Landscaping & Green Infrastructure Training in the Bay Region & Beyond -Nature Track
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Skipjack
This presentation will explore how the Chesapeake Conservation Landscaping Council (CCLC), collaboratively with partners, is working to increase awareness about the benefits of green stormwater infras
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Beth Ginter
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Great Customer Service is Not Enough -Administrative Track
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Clipper
With customized, on-demand, Instagrammable services quickly becoming the norm, how are park and recreation organizations supposed to compete? Learn why great customer service is important, but the rea
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Bobbi Nance
President & Founder at Recreation Results LLC
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Navigating New Manager Challenges: Building Accountability & Collaboration-Career Development Track
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Galleon
Are you a new leader stepping into uncharted territory, feeling the weight of managing a team without the guidance of handling disciplinary challenges? Have you recently ascended to a supervisory rol
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Shonnda Smith
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Reimagining Tradition: Embracing New, Curated Events in Your Event Portfolio -Programming Track
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Schooner
In this interactive session, we will explore the dynamic world of event planning in recreation and parks and how to break free from the confines of "we have always done it this way." You'll discover h
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Ashley Bush
Chief of Special Events & Permits at Baltimore City Recreation and Parks
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The Evolution of the Ocean City Pickleball Revolution -Programming Track
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Windjammer
This educational session will outline the need for pickleball programming within recreation and parks departments. With the growing popularity of the sport nationally, departments are struggling to m
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Travis Davey
Eddie Pinto
Craig Southard
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Brunch
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Chesapeake Ballroom
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Active Aging in the Community: A Community Wide Approach -Programming Track
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Skipjack
The nation is experiencing rapid growth in the size of its older adult population. Local Government agencies, such as Parks, Recreation, Libraries and Health and Human services agencies should be taki
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Jennene Blakely
Program Access Manger at M-NCPPC: Montgomery Parks
Tina Purser
Kathleen Lieberson
Senior Programs Supervisor at Montgomery County Recreation
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Financing for Parks & Recreation -Administrative Track
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Cutter
Financing is simply raising or providing funds for business activities or capital expenditures. Most often, this is equated with some type of debt instrument such as bonds, certificates of participati
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Bill Tschirhart
Chief of Administration at Five Rivers MetroParks
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Rec Relief: How to Convert a Rec Center into a Relief Center -Maintenance Track
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Schooner
Rodney Dillard
Lakeisha Simmons
Kevin Simmons
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ReLeaf Cedar Rapids: Growing Back Better-Nature & Conservation Track
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Windjammer
On August 10, 2020, a powerful line of thunderstorms, known as a derecho, ripped across Iowa and a large swath of the Midwest. When the derecho reached Cedar Rapids, it unleashed hurricane-force winds
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Hashim Taylor
Parks and Recreation Director at City of Cedar Rapids
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Transforming Our Relationship with Change -Career Development Track
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Clipper
Do you ever wonder why people say they like change, yet they are seemingly resistant? Fear or resistance to change can be the one of the single most career limiting moves we make, yet we still do it.
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Adriane Clutter
Division Chief at Montgomery County Recreation
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Using Data for Equity -Programming Track
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Galleon
Dr. Sharitta Gross
Founder & CEO at ELLA Consulting
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Adventures Without Limits: Lessons Learned From a First Time Community Adaptive Adventure Program
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Clipper
Join us for "Adventures Without Limits," where two agencies share the lessons learned from their unique approaches to developing and implementing adaptive adventure programs. Join us as we reflect on
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Amanda Espinoza
Nick Owens
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Empower Our Youth & Strengthen Our Field-Exploring Career Opportunities for Students
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Schooner
Jay Tryon
Deputy Director at City of Concord parks and recreation.
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Environmental Impacts of Development Review -Nature Track
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Windjammer
Chris Matthews
Jai Cole
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If It Isn't Written Down, It Didn't Happen -Administrative Track
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Cutter
This session will help teach participants the importance of professionally written, thorough, and accurate documentation. From facility operations to incident response, our FORMS should help staff to
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Willa Suter
Jelani Ginyard
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Intentional Design with Maintenance in Mind
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Skipjack
Chuck Montrie
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The Professional Development Roadmap in Parks and Recreation -Career Development Track
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Galleon
Join us for an engaging educational session on how to navigate the "Professional Development Roadmap" in the field of parks and recreation. In this session, we will explore the challenges professional
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Tom Venniro
Director of Parks and Recreation at Town of Parma - Hilton-Parma Parks and Recreation
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Closing Keynote-See, Hear, and Speak Equity: If not You, Then Who? If Not Now, Then When?
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Choptank Ballroom
Natalie Burke
President and CEO at CommonHealth ACTION
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Cocktail Reception
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Cash Bar available.
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Banquet Dinner, Awards & Installation of Officers
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Chesapeake Ballroom
Join us for the Awards Banquet and Dinner - come dressed for success (formal, semi-formal, business or business casual attire suggested). Festivities include dinner, presentation of MRPA and Presiden
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Sneaker Ball
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Chesapeake Ballroom
Add a pair of sneakers to your banquet attire and you’re ready for the Sneaker Ball - a MRPA first! We’ll end this amazing conference week on an equally amazing note.
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Women in Recreation and Parks
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Outside Chesapeake Ballroom
This Facebook group was created to meet the need for valuable collaboration and information sharing between women working in and supporting the parks, recreation, and leisure services professions. Thi
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Wellness Opportunity-Meditation for Increase Energy
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Tuesday, April 9, 2024
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Video
Golf Tournament
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Tuesday, April 9, 2024
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River Marsh Golf Club
Exhibit Hall Set-Up
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Tuesday, April 9, 2024
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Chesapeake Ballrooms & Outside
Registration
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Tuesday, April 9, 2024
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Conference Lobby (lower level)
Wellness Opportunity-Mindful Eating Meditation
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Tuesday, April 9, 2024
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Video
Leading When Promoted Within -Career Development Track
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Tuesday, April 9, 2024
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Galleon
Jayne Miller
Leadership Institute Presentations
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Tuesday, April 9, 2024
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Choptank Ballroom
Operations University Presentations
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Tuesday, April 9, 2024
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Choptank Ballroom
2SLGBTQIA+ Meet & Greet
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Tuesday, April 9, 2024
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Michener's Library
Recreation University Meet & Greet
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Tuesday, April 9, 2024
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Michener's Library
First Timers Meet & Greet *Changed to 5pm*
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Tuesday, April 9, 2024
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President's Suite (Room #5402)
Welcome Wagon
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Tuesday, April 9, 2024
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Conference Lobby (Lower Level)
Welcome/Opening Session and General Membership Meeting
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Tuesday, April 9, 2024
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Choptank Ballroom
Exhibit Hall & Equipment Village Grand Opening
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Tuesday, April 9, 2024
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Chesapeake Ballrooms & Outside
Silent Auction
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Tuesday, April 9, 2024
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Chesapeake Front Foyer
Wellness Opportunity-Meditation for Relaxation
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Tuesday, April 9, 2024
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Video
Musco Interactive Sport Lighting Demo
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Tuesday, April 9, 2024
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Equipment Village (outside)
Tropical Paradise on the Choptank Social & TR Miniature Golf Tournament
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Tuesday, April 9, 2024
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Regatta Pavilion & Mini Golf Course
Wellness Opportunity-Walking Meditation (Forest Bathing)
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Wednesday, April 10, 2024
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Manor Lawn
Wellness Opportunity-Being Present
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Wednesday, April 10, 2024
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Wednesday, April 10, 2024
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Conference Lobby (lower level)
Opening Keynote Session-Planning for 21st Century Parks and Public Spaces: What’s Next?
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Wednesday, April 10, 2024
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Choptank Ballroom
Mitchell J. Silver
Brunch
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Wednesday, April 10, 2024
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Chesapeake Ballrooms & Outside
Exhibit Hall & Equipment Village
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Wednesday, April 10, 2024
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Chesapeake Ballrooms & Outside
Silent Auction
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Wednesday, April 10, 2024
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Conference Lobby (lower level)
Wellness Opportunity-Breathing Well
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Wednesday, April 10, 2024
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Video
Activating Parks & Rec Spaces in Prince George’s County with Visual & Public Art -Programming Track
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Wednesday, April 10, 2024
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Cutter
Brittney McGowan
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Coastal Climate Resilience in an Age of Uncertainty -Nature Track
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Wednesday, April 10, 2024
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Skipjack
Lauren Belle
Environmental Sustainability Coordinator
Developing a Cost Recovery Plan -Administrative Track
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Wednesday, April 10, 2024
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Galleon
Bill Tschirhart
Chief of Administration
Fiscal Planning for Modern Aquatics Programs and Attractions at Any Budget -Maintenance Track
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Wednesday, April 10, 2024
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Windjammer
Justin Caron
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Fit, Fad, or Flop? Increasing the Chance that Your New Program Ideas Will Succeed-Programming Track
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Wednesday, April 10, 2024
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Clipper
Bobbi Nance
President & Founder
Mastering Conference Networking: Building Meaningful Connection for Career Success-Career Track
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Wednesday, April 10, 2024
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Schooner
Shonnda Smith
Lunch
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Wednesday, April 10, 2024
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Equipment Village
Grand Prize Drawing
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Wednesday, April 10, 2024
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Equipment Village
"Beyond Accessibility: Creating Inclusive Playgrounds - A Framework for Maryland" -Maintenance Track
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Wednesday, April 10, 2024
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Cutter
Susan Potts
Therapeutic Recreation & Accommodation Services
Changes in Attitude, Changes in Latitude in a Jimmy Buffet world: Boomer Programming
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Wednesday, April 10, 2024
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Windjammer
Terri Hilton
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Manager, Senior Services
Deaf Culture and Etiquette in the Workplace -Administrative Track
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Wednesday, April 10, 2024
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Noe Turcios
Interviewing: Promote Yourself with a Four Word Answer -Career Development Track
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Wednesday, April 10, 2024
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Clipper
Jonathan Smink
Montgomery County
Leading Your Team Like a Real Boss! (Not a Bully or a Be-oss) -Career Development Track
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Wednesday, April 10, 2024
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Galleon
Myla Neal
Assistant Director 5714798924
Listening to the Land: Using Natural Resources to Guide Park Development -Nature Track
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Wednesday, April 10, 2024
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Schooner
Chris Matthews
Exhibit Hall Breakdown
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Wednesday, April 10, 2024
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Chesapeake Ballrooms & Outside
Different Sizes, Same Goals: Navigating Parks & Rec Landscape in Any Community-Administrative Track
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Wednesday, April 10, 2024
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Clipper
Jay Tryon
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Deputy Director
Get Promoted: The Art of Soft Skills -Career Development Track
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Wednesday, April 10, 2024
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Galleon
Jai Cole
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Invasive Plant Identification and Removal -Nature Track
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Wednesday, April 10, 2024
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Mikaela Boley
Recreation and Maintenance - Cultivating Cooperative Relationships -Maintenance Track
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Wednesday, April 10, 2024
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Cutter
Annette Cole
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Trends in Playspace Design: Activity, Engagement, and Involvement -Maintenance Track
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Wednesday, April 10, 2024
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Schooner
Michael Fingeroth
Truly Inclusive Aquatics -Programming Track
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Windjammer
Justin Caron
A Focus on Resilience & Grace: Supporting Your Wellbeing -Programming Track
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Wednesday, April 10, 2024
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Galleon
Natalie Burke
President and CEO
Adventures in Nature Play: The Value of Nature Play & Nature Playscapes -Nature Track
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Wednesday, April 10, 2024
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Windjammer
Jessica Jeannetta
Parks and Rec Out & About: Addressing Diversity, Equity & Inclusion With Mobile Units-Administrative
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Wednesday, April 10, 2024
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Cutter
Veronica Burke
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Therapeutic Recreation Regional Manager
Plant Problem Diagnostic -Maintenance Track
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Skipjack
Emily Zobel
Rediscovering Purpose: Navigating & Sharing the Power of Your "Why" -Programming Track
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Wednesday, April 10, 2024
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Clipper
Chris Carroll
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Anne Arundel County
Silent Auction
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Wednesday, April 10, 2024
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William Vans Murray
The Enneagram: Understanding It and Its Usefulness in Your Organization -Career Development Track
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Wednesday, April 10, 2024
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Schooner
Emily Rose
Park and Resource Conservation Branch (PARC) Branch Meetings
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Wednesday, April 10, 2024
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Recreation and Leisure Services Branch (RALS) Meeting
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Therapeutic Recreation Branch (TR) Meeting
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Wednesday, April 10, 2024
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Schooner
Donald Long Memorial Duck Race
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Wednesday, April 10, 2024
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Winter Garden Indoor Pool
Music and Mingling Social 9pm- 1am
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Choptank
S'mores & Paint Evening Social
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Wednesday, April 10, 2024
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Regatta Pavilion
Silent Auction
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Thursday, April 11, 2024
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Conference Lobby (lower level)
Wellness Opportunity - Drums for Fitness
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Thursday, April 11, 2024
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Chesapeake E
Past Presidents & Directors' Breakfast
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Thursday, April 11, 2024
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Water's Edge Grill
Regsitration
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Thursday, April 11, 2024
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Conference Lobby (lower level)
Artificially Intelligent Parks & Rec: Making Informed Decisions Today & Beyond-Programming Track
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Thursday, April 11, 2024
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Galleon
Duane Prophet
Director of Digital Government
Boomer to Zoomer: Bridging Generational Diversity in the Multigenerational Workforce-Administrative
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Thursday, April 11, 2024
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Windjammer
Victoria "Tori" Boschert
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Recreation Coordinator
Embracing Nature, Building Community: Parks & Mental Health for 2SLGBTQIA+ Individuals -Nature Track
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Thursday, April 11, 2024
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Jonathan Caudill
University Aviation Association
Game Time: Opportunities Within Gaming and Esports -Programming Track
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Schooner
Tarrin Morgan
How to Integrate Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Into Your Agency -Administrative Track
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Thursday, April 11, 2024
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Cutter
Jayne Miller
Winning Culture: Winning Over the Silent Majority -Career Development Track
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Clipper
Myla Neal
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Assistant Director 5714798924
Athletic Fields: Pesticide Free Maintenance and Building a Strong Foundation -Maintenance Track
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Thursday, April 11, 2024
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Jason Jarvis
Conservation Landscaping & Green Infrastructure Training in the Bay Region & Beyond -Nature Track
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Beth Ginter
Great Customer Service is Not Enough -Administrative Track
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Clipper
Bobbi Nance
President & Founder
Navigating New Manager Challenges: Building Accountability & Collaboration-Career Development Track
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Thursday, April 11, 2024
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Galleon
Shonnda Smith
Reimagining Tradition: Embracing New, Curated Events in Your Event Portfolio -Programming Track
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Thursday, April 11, 2024
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Schooner
Ashley Bush
Chief of Special Events & Permits
The Evolution of the Ocean City Pickleball Revolution -Programming Track
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Thursday, April 11, 2024
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Windjammer
Travis Davey
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Brunch
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Thursday, April 11, 2024
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Chesapeake Ballroom
Active Aging in the Community: A Community Wide Approach -Programming Track
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Skipjack
Jennene Blakely
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Program Access Manger
Financing for Parks & Recreation -Administrative Track
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Thursday, April 11, 2024
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Bill Tschirhart
Chief of Administration
Rec Relief: How to Convert a Rec Center into a Relief Center -Maintenance Track
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Thursday, April 11, 2024
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Schooner
Rodney Dillard
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ReLeaf Cedar Rapids: Growing Back Better-Nature & Conservation Track
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Thursday, April 11, 2024
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Windjammer
Hashim Taylor
Parks and Recreation Director
Transforming Our Relationship with Change -Career Development Track
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Adriane Clutter
Division Chief
Using Data for Equity -Programming Track
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Thursday, April 11, 2024
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Galleon
Dr. Sharitta Gross
Founder & CEO
Adventures Without Limits: Lessons Learned From a First Time Community Adaptive Adventure Program
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Thursday, April 11, 2024
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Clipper
Amanda Espinoza
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Empower Our Youth & Strengthen Our Field-Exploring Career Opportunities for Students
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Thursday, April 11, 2024
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Schooner
Jay Tryon
Deputy Director
Environmental Impacts of Development Review -Nature Track
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Windjammer
Chris Matthews
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If It Isn't Written Down, It Didn't Happen -Administrative Track
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Willa Suter
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Intentional Design with Maintenance in Mind
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Skipjack
Chuck Montrie
The Professional Development Roadmap in Parks and Recreation -Career Development Track
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Thursday, April 11, 2024
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Galleon
Tom Venniro
Director of Parks and Recreation
Closing Keynote-See, Hear, and Speak Equity: If not You, Then Who? If Not Now, Then When?
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Thursday, April 11, 2024
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Choptank Ballroom
Natalie Burke
President and CEO
Cocktail Reception
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Thursday, April 11, 2024
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Banquet Dinner, Awards & Installation of Officers
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Thursday, April 11, 2024
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Chesapeake Ballroom
Sneaker Ball
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Chesapeake Ballroom
Women in Recreation and Parks
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Outside Chesapeake Ballroom
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