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100 Acre Wood Ribbon Cutting
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The City of Bellingham hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Wednesday, February 21 celebrating the completion of the Hundred Acre Wood Outdoor Classroom. The outdoor classroom is a collaboration between the City of Bellingham and Recreation Northwest and serves as an educational and community gathering space. It is located at the entrance to the Hundred Acre Wood, one of Bellingham's newest parks and a short walk south of the Fairhaven Park shelter. The classroom is part of a larger learning environment including a Native Plant Garden, Recognition Rock Bench, Adventure Trail, interpretive signage, and boardwalk. Future improvements will include additional plantings and removal of invasive species and improvements to the nearby trails. Learn more about the project at Hundred Acre Wood.
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We want to hear how you recreate! Send a photo and description to our Communications Committee chair, Carl Strong, at [email protected] for a chance to be featured in the next newsletter.
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Submit Content for the Spotlight Professional
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Share Your Story: WRPA is looking to spotlight members with different backgrounds, experiences, and work histories. Please complete this form and send it to our Communications Committee chair, Carl Strong, at [email protected] if youwould like to be featured in an upcoming newsletter.
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Cultivating Equity in Youth Sports: The Crucial
Role of Coaches
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Unlocking the potential of youth sports goes beyond the game—it's about fostering equity and inclusivity. In this dynamic landscape, coaches emerge as the guiding force, shaping environments that embrace diversity and support every player.
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The EIB (Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging) Committee of the WRPA (Washington Recreation and Park Association) has been actively engaged in shaping the new Strategic Plan for the organization. Over the past five years, the Committee has diligently worked on initiatives aimed at empowering members to integrate principles of equity, inclusion, and belonging into their agencies. This effort has involved providing training sessions and equipping members with relevant resources.
Currently, the Committee's primary focus lies in offering feedback and consultation on the ongoing development of the Strategic Plan. Additionally, members are committed to supporting each other as they continue to advance EIB-related work within their respective agencies.
Meetings of the EIB Committee are scheduled for the second Friday of every month at 1 pm. WRPA members are encouraged to participate and contribute to these discussions, as the Committee welcomes input from a diverse range of perspectives.
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Announcements & Highlights
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WRPA Board Elections Now Open
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Submit Your Vote by April 19
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Have you voted for the 2024 WRPA Board of Directorsyet? All eligible WRPA members are encouraged to vote in this year's annual election.
The WRPA Board of Directors is the governing body of our association and is responsible for the supervision, control, and direction of WRPA. These Board members are elected by you, the members. This year, elected candidates will be welcomed onto the board at the 77th Annual Conference.
VOTE TODAY
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We want to promote your agencies! Tag us on your agency's social media post to be featured on WRPA's social media accounts!
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Take a look at our WRPA upcoming future events by viewing the WRPA calendar.
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Introducing the Hispanic Professionals in Parks and Recreation Networks (HPPR)
Originating from the collective vision of Hispanic professionals in parks and recreation, the HPPR Network stands as a beacon of empowerment, connection, and support for Hispanics navigating this field. With a foundational mission to foster development and create a collective platform, HPPR has swiftly become a pivotal resource for professionals nationwide.
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Spokane's Riverfront Park - Best River walks
Spokane's Riverfront Park is on the USA Today's list of top river walks in the United States! See the link below to submit your vote.
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WRPA is a membership-driven organization. By sharing your energy and expertise, you can help make WRPA an even more effective professional resource.
Become a volunteer and help WRPA grow. Learn more about valuable opportunities today!
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WRPA Networks are specialized groups that meet on a regular basis and communicate online. Joining a WRPA network gives you the opportunity to meet others in your specific field, like aquatics, maintenance, and programs.
Find your WRPA Network today.
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Thank You Renewing Members
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Agency Members:
- Bainbridge Island Metro Park & Recreation District
- Burlington Parks & Recreation
- City of Kenmore
- City of Port Townsend
- City of Richland-Parks and Public Facilities
- Colfax Parks & Recreation
- Marysville Parks & Recreation
- Selah Parks & Recreation
- Spokane County Parks, Recreation & Golf
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Individual Members:
- Anacortes Parks & Recreation
- Fleet and Family Readiness Programs (US Navy)
- City of Chelan
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City of Enumclaw
- City of Longview
- City of SeaTac
- Fircrest Parks & Recreation
- GDM
- Longview Parks & Recreation
- Skagit County Parks & Recreation
- The Berger Partnership
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Member Data from February – March
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