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New York State Recreation & Park Society

The New York State Recreation & Park Society (NYSRPS) is the principal organization advancing the value of parks, recreation, and leisure services through professional development of its members and citizen engagement.

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Short description here. This area DOES NOT pull from your database, and content is added manually via the CMS/website editor.

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Event Title

Short description here. This area DOES NOT pull from your database, and content is added manually via the CMS/website editor.

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Why Join?

Our organization prioritizes networking, community involvement, and advocacy provides a powerful trifecta of benefits for its members. The opportunity to connect with like-minded professionals across various industries fosters invaluable relationships that can lead to collaborations, partnerships, and even new business ventures. Beyond simply exchanging business cards, these organizations often facilitate meaningful interactions through curated events and workshops, allowing members to build genuine connections that extend beyond the transactional.

Advocacy

Effective advocacy involves building relationships, and proposing constructive solutions that promote a healthy and competitive business environment.

Networking

Networking is more than just swapping business cards; it's about building genuine relationships with individuals who can offer support, guidance, and collaboration.

Community Involvement

Community involvement is vital for businesses for several reasons, each of which contributes to the overall success and sustainability of the organization.

What We do

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Core Services:

  • Professional Development: To promote educational, professional certification, and networking opportunities; best practices; and resources.
  • Membership Development and Services: To provide quality services and benefits which attract, engage, and retain members and are responsive to their needs.
  • Public Policy Development: To raise awareness and support the advancement of parks, recreation, and leisure services by advocating for local, state, and national policy issues and interests.
  • Public Awareness: To develop and implement methods of communication that inform and promote the value of parks, recreation, and leisure services.
  • Resource Development: To maintain and develop resources that support and sustain the society.

Thank You to Our Sponsors

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