Walk Michigan/Walking Works!

Walk Michigan/Walking Works is a free fun and pleasurable walking program that was created in 1985 by the Michigan Recreation and Park Association and Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan. In 2008, Blue Cross Blue Shield’s “Walking Works” program has partnered with Walk Michigan to increase the outreach possibilities and encourage fitness opportunities for active Michiganians to enjoy their recreation and park facilities while also improving their health and physical fitness.

Important Links
[Walk Michigan/Walking Works! Information Page]
[Walk Michigan/Walking Works! Calendar of Events]
[List of 2008 Walk Michigan Communities] [2008 Travel Form in PDF Format]
[Walk Michigan/Walking Works! Toolbox] [Walk Michigan Coordinators Packet]

MRPA Job Announcement

MRPA is currently seeking an experienced Communications Director. Please click on the "Careers" tab to the left for position details and application instructions.


MRPA Leadership Institute
When: Throughout the year
Where: Location varies

Registration for the 2008-2009 Leadership Institute for Professional Development is now available. The Institute is comprised of six one-day sessions held throughout the year. Please see the registration form for more details.[ Complete Registration Information and Form in PDF format ]


MRPA Lifeguard Competition
When: Friday, August 1, 2008
Where: Waterford Oaks County Park
Cost: 50.00 MRPA Member;

The annual MRPA Lifeguard Competition will be held on Friday, August 1 at Waterford Oaks County Park. Co-ed (male-female) Teams of 2 must register by mail before July 25, 2008. The cost is $50 per team and may be paid by check or credit card. Participants under the age of 18 as of August 1, 2008 must have a parent/guardian signature on the registration form. Each team must provide at least one volunteer to help with the event. All teams and volunteers will receive a T-shirt. Following the competition lunch will be provided. Registration is available online or by faxing in the provided registration form. You may contact Jamie Freese @ 734.466.2925 or jfreese@ci.livonia.mi.us. with any questions.

[ Register For Event ]
[ Complete Registration Flyer and Form in PDF Format ]

California New Year's Getaway
When: Departure Date: December 29, 2008
Where: California

Michigan Recreation and Park Association presents the California New Year's Getaway, a 5 day trip, featuring the Tournament of Roses Parade & the Crystal Cathedral with an optional 3-night Las Vegas post-tour extension. For further information, please contact the MRPA office. [ Complete Registration Form in PDF Format ]


Hershey Track and Field
This year's Hershey Track and Field event was a huge success. Thank you to all of our volunteers. Without you, it would not be possible to host this great event. If you would like to see the results of this years meet, please use the link below.
2008 NRPA Congress Housing Information
The National Recreation and Park Association Congress & Exposition will be held in Baltimore, Maryland from October 14-18, 2008. This year the Michigan block of rooms is at the Baltimore Marriott Inner Harbor Hotel. Enclosed is a Housing Request Form for the Hotel.
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Fall Managers Workshop
Mark your calenders for the 2008 Fall Managers Workshop to be held September 9 & 10 in St. Clair County. Please check back soon for more information!
Second Course Booked! - The 2nd Annual Raymond C. Davis, Sr. Memorial Golf Outing
So many golfers have registered for the 2nd Annual Raymond C. Davis, Sr. Memorial Golf Outing that a second course has been booked. The outing will now be held jointly at the Devil's Ridge and Metamora Golf Courses. Please send your registration and payment to the address listed on the form, NOT the MRPA office, and call Ron Davis (248.628.1720) with any questions.
Speaker Proposals for 2009 MRPA Annual Conference & Trade Show
Now taking speaker proposals for the 2009 MRPA Annual Conference & Trade Show "Let's Get in the Game" in Dearborn February 3 - 6.

Electronic Submission Form for 2009
Conference Speaker Proposals

NRPA Class of 2011
NRPA has announced their slate of 2008-2009 Officers, Executive Committee, and the Class of 2011.


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