February 26-March 1 2013 Tan-Tar-A Resort Lake Ozark, Missouri

Missouri Park & Recreation Association

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Hotel MapWelcome Letter President & ChairThank You, CommitteeThank You, SponsorsImportant Conference InformationFood & Drink Specials

Tuesday Information Tuesday At A Glance Session Listings Happy Hour

Wednesday Information Keynote General Session Schedule Expo Information Wednesday At A Glance Session Listings Alumni Socials Social Information

Thursday Information Thursday At A Glance Take a Student to Lunch Thursday Session Listings Awards Banquet Information Post Banquet Social Information MPRA Region Bowling Tournament

Friday Information Meeting Times and Locations

Upcoming MPRA Events with Future Conference DatesExhibitor Listing

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EASTWINDS: Go down Market Lane past all shops, down two short flights of stairs, proceed around corner instead of down next flight of stairs and go straight ahead. Eastwinds is the room just up a short set of stairs on the right, in the corner.

DOGWOOD & MAGNOLIA ROOMS: Go down Market Lane past all shops, down one short flight of stairs, Magnolia is on your right and Dogwood will be on your left.

CRYSTAL BALLROOM: Go down Market Lane, past all shops, down three flights of stairs, to our Social Lobby. At the Social Lobby take the short flight of carpeted steps up to the Crystal Ballroom, which is on your left.

DRAWING ROOM TERRACE: Go down Market Lane past all shops, down three flights of stairs, to our Social Lobby. At the Social Lobby, take the short flight of steps down, past the Bowling Alley and Black Bear Lodge Restaurant entrance and proceed down the ramp. At the end of the ramp, turn right and the Drawing Room Terrace is straight ahead.

REDBUD: Go up the escalators to Level 7, go down Market Lane, Redbud will be on the right, just past the restrooms.

NORTHWINDS AND SUITE G: Take escalator or elevator from the Main Lobby up to the catwalk to Building E. Cross the catwalk to the 3rd level of Building E. Go left at Building E’s main corridor and proceed out the side door into the stairwell where you will exit through the door on your left. Go across the road and into Building D, entering through the double glass doors on your left. Northwinds and Suite G are in Building D, next door to each other.

AUDITORIUM: The Auditorium is a building on the waterfront. Pro-ceed down our main road, toward the marina and Arrowhead Pool. When walking toward these areas, you will see our playground. To the right of the playground is the Auditorium.

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DOGWOOD & MAGNOLIA ROOMS: Go down Market Lane past all shops, down one short flight of stairs, the Magnolia Room is on your right and Dogwood Room will be on your l;eft.

CRYSTAL BALLROOM: Go down Market Lane, past all shops, down three flights of stairs, to our Social Lobby. At the Social Lobby take the short flight of carpeted steps up to the Crystal Ballroom, which is on your left.

DRAWING ROOM TERRACE: Go down Market Lane past all shops, down three flights of stairs, to our Social Lobby. At the Social Lobby, take the short flight of steps down, past the Bowling Alley and Black Bear Lodge Restaurant entrance and proceed down the ramp. At the end of the ramp, turn right and the Drawing Room Terrace is straight ahead.

NORTHWINDS AND SUITE G: Take escalator from the Main Lobby up to the catwalk to Building E. Cross the catwalk to the 3rd level of Building E. Go left at Building E’s main corridor and proceed out the side door into the stairwell where you will exit through the door on your left. Go across the rood and into Building D, entering through the double glass doors on your left. These meeting rooms are in Building D, next door to each other.

AUDITORIUM: The Auditorium is a building on the waterfront. Pro-ceed down our main road, toward the marina and Arrowhead Pool. When walking toward these areas, you will see our playground. To the right of the playground is the building that houses the Auditorium.

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DOGWOOD & MAGNOLIA ROOMS: Go down Market Lane past all shops, down one short flight of stairs, the Magnolia Room is on your right and Dogwood Room will be on your l;eft.

CRYSTAL BALLROOM: Go down Market Lane, past all shops, down three flights of stairs, to our Social Lobby. At the Social Lobby take the short flight of carpeted steps up to the Crystal Ballroom, which is on your left.

DRAWING ROOM TERRACE: Go down Market Lane past all shops, down three flights of stairs, to our Social Lobby. At the Social Lobby, take the short flight of steps down, past the Bowling Alley and Black Bear Lodge Restaurant entrance and proceed down the ramp. At the end of the ramp, turn right and the Drawing Room Terrace is straight ahead.

NORTHWINDS AND SUITE G: Take escalator from the Main Lobby up to the catwalk to Building E. Cross the catwalk to the 3rd level of Building E. Go left at Building E’s main corridor and proceed out the side door into the stairwell where you will exit through the door on your left. Go across the rood and into Building D, entering through the double glass doors on your left. These meeting rooms are in Building D, next door to each other.

AUDITORIUM: The Auditorium is a building on the waterfront. Pro-ceed down our main road, toward the marina and Arrowhead Pool. When walking toward these areas, you will see our playground. To the right of the playground is the building that houses the Auditorium.

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Welcome Delegates!

It is our pleasure to welcome you to the 2013 Missouri Park and Recreation Association Annual Conference. This year’s conference theme, Sharing the Past, Shaping the Future, acknowledges the work that has been done over the years by our membership to ensure that the quality of life for communities across Missouri is enhanced through the provision of Parks and Recreation services. In addition, the conference will help to prepare you to help Shape the Future of our great state through enhanced parks, programs and events as we help to create healthier lifestyles and more livable communities.

Get ready to learn and have fun! This year’s conference will offer quality educational experiences as well as opportunities to network with colleagues from all over the state. The conference program includes a wide variety of educational sessions, region and section meetings, socials and more. In keeping with the theme, this year’s keynote speaker, Andy Core, will provide us with the motivation to achieve a better work-life balance and help us become more productive at our jobs.

As you restore your energy and commitment to the field throughout the week, we hope you find the time to enjoy the company of your colleagues at the lake!

Sincerely,

Patty DeForrest, CPRE Laurie Herzing, CPRP MPRA President 2013 MPRA Conference Chair

Patty DeForrest – President

Laurie Herzing – Conference Chair

Chris Deal – Program Chair

Maralee Britton – Exhibit Hall Chair

Julia Thompson – Sponsor Chair

Amy Epple & Melissa Strader – Social Chairs

Kim Nicas – Auction Chair

Erika Coffman – Room Host Chair

Amy Hays – Student Activities

Paul Beck – Technology Chair

Craig Feldt – Awards Chair

Roscoe Righter – Hall of Fame Chair

Dear Colleagues:

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All Inclusive RecBowman Bowman Novick

Cannon DesignCommercial AquaticsCouncilman-Hunsaker

Cunningham Recreation – Delegate GiftDG2 Design

Fry & Associates, IncGateway Fireworks

JacobsLandscape Brands

Landscape StructuresMissouri Eagle

MOPERCMusco Lighting

Northwest Missouri State UniversityOates Associates

Planning Design StudioSSCISWT

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CEU ProceduresTo receive conference CEUs:1. You must pay the conference $20 CEU fee. Fee covers all pre-conference and conference sessions.2. After paying the $20 CEU fee, you will receive a 2013 MPRA Conference CEU card that is good for the entire conference. Take this CEU card with you to each session offering CEUs.3. As you enter each session, your room host will initial your card. At the completion of each session, your room host will punch your card for certification. You will not receive credit for your session unless your card is both initialed and punched by the room host.4. At the end of the conference, please return your card to the MPRA registration desk.5. MPRA will send your conference CEU transcripts to you 4-6 weeks following conference.6. NRPA now administers the CPRP program. It will be your responsibility to retain all CEU documentation and send copies to NRPA if requested.

Evaluations Please complete an evaluation for each educational session you attend, as well as the overall conference evaluation, which will be emailed to you after the conference.

Name Badge Registration is required to attend all conference events and to enter the Exhibit Hall. An MPRA delegate without their badge will not be admitted to the exhibit area, educational sessions or social events. Lost badge replacement is $10 with appropriate identification.

MPRA Registration Desk HoursTuesday 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.Wednesday 7:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.Thursday 8:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.

Smoking Smoking is not permitted during educational sessions.

Use of Alcoholic Beverages Use of alcoholic beverages is restricted to those 21 years old or above. Conference attendees will be carded. You must bring a proof of age ID to all social functions.

Cell Phones Please turn off all cell phones and pagers while in educational sessions.

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Money Saving Discounts and Offers

10% off food bill all week with MPRA Conference Badge.

Miracle Recreation is sponsoring the bar on Tuesday Night at 7 Springs Winery. The first 150 Conference Delegates (with a name badge) will receive two drink tickets good for soft drinks, draft beer or wine at 7 Springs Winery. Soft drinks and draft beer are one ticket each. Wine by the glass is two tickets each. Drink tickets are good for Tuesday night only!

Thank you to Miracle Recreation for sponsoring this great event.

Tan-Tar-A Resort is offering discounts and specials for MPRA Delegates all week long. Visit the Tan-Tar-A Registration Desk or the MPRA Registration Desk for additional information.

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1:00 – 2:05 pm

How to PRORAGIS (M&L) Redbud, 0.1 CEU This session will explain the history of, logic behind, and benefits of using NRPA’s new data-collection system, as well as how to fill in the information, and how to use the GIS map. System updates and improvements will be reviewed. Stephanie Hopp

Problem Solved! (PRO) Room #64, 0.1 CEU Presenter will lead a discussion focusing on day to day problems, policies and other common issues programmers face. We will learn to compare notes with other departments on how different issues are handled, how problems are avoided and what are the best practices. Alyssa Groeteke

Contract It or Run It (SPO) Room #70/71, 0.1 CEU With contracting out becoming more and more popular, we will discuss the elements that could be contracted out - the headaches that come with both contracted and department-run leagues, lessons and facilities. Don LaChance

Propane as an Alternative Fuel Source (PNR) Room #72/73, 0.1 CEU An introduction to using propane as fuel to propel different types of mowers. Includes the financial and environmental benefits of propane, plus a conversion demonstration. Tom May, Tom Proctor, Luke Fitzpatrick

Saltwater Pools - How they can benefit you! (AQS)Room #74/75, 0.1 CEU Is the typical chlorine treatment sinking in preference? Salt water treatment seems to be rising in popularity and with its many benefits we can see why salt water pools are making such a splash. Eco-friendly, softer skin and hair...should you consider making the switch? Dave Schwartz

Fitness Equipment! Lease vs Purchase (FIT) Room #76/77, 0.1 CEU To lease or to own – that is the question!. Learn the pro’s and con’s of equipment leasing and purchase. What different lease options are available? What best suits your needs? James Drake, Kory Wilson

2:20 – 3:25 pm

Symbiotic Relationships: How Students of Parks and Recreation Can Benefit You (M&L) Redbud, 0.1 CEU We know how important partnerships can be in meeting our agency and program goals. Partnerships are generally made with other community vendors and practitioners. “Did You Know?” the expertise college students can offer you? Learn the benefits of partnering with college and university parks & recreation programs. Sue Myllykangas, Jeff Ferguson

Keeping Communities Safe (PRO) Room #64, 0.1 CEU 5% of people serving parks and recreation have a troubled criminal history but somehow fall through the cracks. An estimated 30,000

Tuesday At A Glance

9:00 am – 6:00 pm Registration Desk Open

11:00 am – 12:30 pm Board Meeting in Salon B

1:00 pm – 4:45 pm Afternoon Educational Sessions

5:00 pm – 6:00 pm Welcome Celebration & Happy Hour in Salon C

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people active today should have been disqualified. Learn what background check investigators must do to actually meet the test of due diligence ensuring all applicants can pass most meticulous national screening procedure available. Chris Goodman

Lacrosse in your Community (SPO) Room #70/71, 0.1 CEU Lacrosse is currently the fastest growing sport in the United States. An explosion is taking place in the Midwest and your community does not want to get left behind. Get ahead of the curve and take control of growth in your area. Jay Coleman

Developing a Parks Maintenance Audit, Manual and Analysis (PNR) Room #72/73, 0.1 CEU Want to improve and save operational costs? This session will address yearly man-hour evaluations, calendar maintenance schedules, cost estimates, green practices for pest management, using water efficient plants, composting and creating energy efficiency around facilities. Patrick Worzer

Cool Pools, Small Budget: Your Renovation Guide to Getting the Most Bang for Your Buck (AQS) Room #74/75, 0.1 CEU There are many ways to design an innovative pool with a range of exciting features. Water’s Edge Aquatic Design has many years of experience with communities and municipalities creating successful facilities on a tight budget. Jeff Bartley

Sales Skills for the Frontline Team (FIT) Room #76/77, 0.1 CEU With decreasing budgets and increasing competition, connecting with guests and participants is an easy way to create repeat business. How do we teach our frontline team to make those connections, match need to programs and up-sell? Give your team the skills they need to drive program registration, increase returning customers and generate revenue through daily customer interactions. Kirsten Barnes

3:40 – 4:45 pm

Exploring Partnerships (M&L) Redbud, 0.1 CEU It is challenging for parks and recreation agencies to do all they want with the staff, facilities and resources available to them. This session will look at how you can expand your resources by working with other service providers to provide opportunities for your community. Patty DeForrest

Media Relations (M&C) Room #64, 0.1 CEU Hear specific ways to engage your local media into covering your parks and events. Learn about various traditional and non-tranditional techniques used by parks and recreation organizations to help promote your activities. Mary Lynne Richards

QuickStart and Touchtennis - There’s a New Ball in Your Court! (SPO) Room #70/71, 0.1 CEU Tennis is one of the few remaining traditional sports with rising participation numbers (40% annually according to the Sporting Equipment Manufacturers Association). Thanks to non-traditional formats for youth and adults, you’ll see in this interactive session that tennis can be picked up in no time, and it’s more fun than ever! Steve Webb, Larry Haugness

Single Stream Recycling – CASH for TRASH Opportunities (PNR) Room #72/73, 0.1 CEU This program will focus on recent advancements in single stream recycling and how agencies can meet their green commitments and develop a revenue stream through recycling. Gary Gilliam

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AQS – AquaticsDEV – Professional DevelopmentFIT – Fitness KEY – Keynote Breakout M&C – Marketing & Communications

M&L – Management & LeadershipPNR – Park & Natural ResourcePRO – ProgrammingSPO – SportsVBC – Volunteer Boards

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5:00 pm – 6:00 pm

Join us in Salon C and catch up with other professionals from around the state before you head to dinner. Cash bar available with complimentary Budweiser draft products donated by Missouri Eagle and complimentary soft drinks provided by Landscape Structures.

Tuesday evening Happy Hour!

Sustaining an Aquatic Facility in Today’s Market (AQS) Room #74/75, 0.1 CEU

With constant budget cuts and an increased demand, sustaining aquatic facilities today is harder than ever. Learn how to fight for your aquatic agenda and avoid industry hurdles by defining, planning and measuring success. Hear what others have done to maximize facility investments and keep their programs afloat. Kevin Post, Steve Crocker

Reinvent Group Training (FIT) Room #76/77, 0.1 CEU Have your group training classes hit a numbers slump? Do you want a class tailored to both

male and female? Welcome to the world of group functional training, known to many as CrossFit. Learn about the latest innovations in functional units that touch on each CrossFit-style movement, all rolled into one! Buckle up as we also combine a new form of technology that will revolutionize group training without needing staff. It is sure to knock your sneakers off! Brody Jackson, Hanna Jackson

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Featured Presenters

See Page 7 for discounts at local restaurants before making your dinner plans tonight.

Jill WaitAs an accomplished executive with 15 years of successful track record in parks and recreation, Jill Wait has proven to be a strong and tactical leader. Skilled at developing people, building effective

teams and aligning people and processes, Jill has a touch for delivering exceptional results. Jill is a seasoned presenter on strategic planning, contract management and the guest experience.

Shannon OleenWidely recognized as a leading authority in finding passion, creating positive change and reaching personal goals, Shannon is a former NFL Cheerleader and Pryor Leadership Fellow. She has entertained

and educated audiences around the world, relating how hard work, the right attitude and having passion really will lead you to achieving your dreams. Shannon’s enthusiasm combined with her inspirational message is a compelling call to action for people who are ready to conquer their dreams too.

Sessions presented by Jill and Shannon are on Thursday.

AQS – AquaticsDEV – Professional DevelopmentFIT – Fitness KEY – Keynote Breakout M&C – Marketing & Communications

M&L – Management & LeadershipPNR – Park & Natural ResourcePRO – ProgrammingSPO – SportsVBC – Volunteer Boards

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Andy Core has a master’s degree in the science of human performance and has spent the last 17 years mastering what it takes to become energized, healthy, motivated and better equipped to thrive in today’s hectic society. Core has contributed to improving the overall health of some of America’s most successful companies as well as some of our most unhealthy communities. He is a high-energy, humorous individual who tackles a serious topic and gets results.

Keynote Address:

Life Balance – Redefining Humanly Possible Today’s working culture can have you constantly running 90mph, hair on fire. Tomorrow will get faster. The good news is that what you yearn for - more balance in your life - is actually the solution to your “more with less” dilemma. In Andy’s program, you will learn how to improve your work-life balance, productivity, health and ability to stay motivated in turbulent times.

Don’t miss the keynote address by Andy Core, M.S.

Wednesday General Session Schedule - Salon A

8:30 am Opening Comments & Welcome

8:45 am Installation of Officers

8:50 am Section Awards (Aquatics, Parks & Natural Resource, Sports)

9:35 am Keynote Presentation by Andy Core (0.1 CEU)

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Watch for the “Old West” photo booth!

New this year

Join us in Wingate Hall on Wednesday from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm and see the latest and greatest equipment, supplies and services for the parks and recreation industry.

Be sure and complete the National Joint Powers Alliance Bingo Card (found in your packet) and be entered for a chance to win numerous prizes! Attendance prizes

will be drawn every half hour. Must be present to win. Lunch will be served from 11:30 am – 1:00 pm (ticket required).

Sessions presented by Jill and Shannon are on Thursday.

Wednesday At A Glance

7:00 am – 6:00 pm Registration Desk Open

8:30 am – 10:45 am General Session and Keynote Address in Salon A

11:00 am – 3:00 pm Exhibit Hall Open in Wingate Hall

11:30 am – 1:00 pm Lunch Served in the Wingate Hall (ticket required)

3:00 pm – 5:25 pm Leisure Educators’ Forum in Room #62

3:00 pm – 5:25 pm Afternoon Education Sessions

5:30 pm – 6:30 pm Alumni Socials

6:30 pm – 11:30 pm All-Conference Social in Salon B/C (ticket required)

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3:00 – 4:05 pm The Road Goes on Forever (VBC) Room #60, 0.1 CEU Have you ever faced a lower level of support than you’d hoped for with a new park project? Hear what Missouri State Parks are doing to make friends with our neighbors at Current River State Park despite a rocky start - including a lawsuit - over a road. We’ll share other examples of how differences can arise and be resolved to help you avoid “roadblocks” and ensure everyone knows the value of parks. Bill Bryan

Stress Right - How to Better Dodge, Withstand, and Use Stress to Your Advantage (KEY) Room #61, 0.1 CEU Even though stress is called a “silent killer,” most people know that it can cost an organization an average of $7500 per worker, per year and is likely behind 9 out of 10 visits to primary care physicians. But what most people don’t know is what to do about it. In this program, you will learn what is really behind many of the problems facing your organization - and you personally. Andy Core - featured presenter

Joining Forces: New Skate Plaza Combines Downtown Revitalization, Leading Edge Design and Healthy Initiative (M&L) Room #63, 0.1 CEU A new skate plaza in Poplar Bluff was made possible by a unique collaboration among the city, the Missouri Foundation for Health and national designers ASD/Stantec. The plaza, the latest in wheel friendly park design, reclaims a long-abandoned downtown space and provides a popular recreation alternative for an underserved population. Clark Allen, Mike McIntyre

Small Town, Small Budget: The Possibilities are Endless! (PRO) Room #64, 0.1 CEU Are you a small town with a small budget? Come check out easy ways to create a full line- up of programs with limited resources! We aren’t just talking sports leagues: the City of Kirksville offers a broad range of fine arts, educational and athletic programs for all the different interests in town! Stop on by to get some small town advice! Heather Darrah, Melanie Smith

Pickleball: What’s the “Dill” (SPO) Room #70/71, 0.1 CEU Pickleball, once thought of as a physical education class sport, is making a comeback as an active game for middle aged adults and youth. This family friendly game is a great way to get some exercise, have fun and be active in the community. Susan McLeod, Erin Rountree

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Wednesday At A Glance

7:00 am – 6:00 pm Registration Desk Open

8:30 am – 10:45 am General Session and Keynote Address in Salon A

11:00 am – 3:00 pm Exhibit Hall Open in Wingate Hall

11:30 am – 1:00 pm Lunch Served in the Wingate Hall (ticket required)

3:00 pm – 5:25 pm Leisure Educators’ Forum in Room #62

3:00 pm – 5:25 pm Afternoon Education Sessions

5:30 pm – 6:30 pm Alumni Socials

6:30 pm – 11:30 pm All-Conference Social in Salon B/C (ticket required)

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Playground Maintenance (PNR) Room #72/73, 0.1 CEU This session will provide a comprehensive overview of maintaining existing playgrounds. Materials will focus on identifying of potential maintenance issues, determining cause, addressing the issues and documenting actions. Jack Fry, Kevin Marshall

Aquatics & ADA: A Municipality To-Do List (AQS) Room #74/75, 0.1 CEU There has been a lot of confusion concerning municipal pools and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliance. This session will detail the physical elements necessary for ADA compliance. We will review the “reasonable accommodations” side of ADA compliance so your staff is prepared to make everyone welcome. Terri Johnson

Preventative Maintenance in Your Fitness Center (FIT) Room #76/77, 0.1 CEU Every fitness center, no matter how big or small, must have a comprehensive preventive maintenance program in place. This type of program should be based almost entirely in-house. By having a proper PM program, the facility will increase the useful life of its equipment and enjoy less down time - the best way to gain and retain customers. Tom Johnston

4:20 – 5:25 pm

National Cooperative Purchasing Solutions (VBC) Room #60, 0.1 CEU Join us for an interactive panel discussion with Purchasing Departments on how national “cooperative contracts” will maximize your budgets and ensure the purchasing efficiencies your agency is looking for. Attendees will gain a unique understanding of the value of national contracts to local public agencies and to the local business community. Gordy Thompson

Wellness Engagement - What it Takes to Effectively Pitch, Implement and Sustain a Successful Worksite Wellness Program (KEY)Room #61, 0.1 CEU Regardless of what the future holds for healthcare, worksite wellness programs are and will continue to be critical to sustaining healthcare benefits, not to mention profitable companies. In this “dig in and get your hands dirty” workshop, wellness consultant Andy Core, M.S. will give you doable, tactical answers to those questions, plus insights into his experience with companies like Gillette, Wal-Mart, Unilever, Clorox, Coldwell Banker, the U.S. Army and many others. Andy Core - featured presenter

Fusion Facility - Creating a Facility That is More Than the Sum of Its Parts (M&L) Room #63, 0.1 CEU Different organizations working together to build a multi-use structure that serves the changing needs of a community exemplifies a “Fusion-Facility.” This new configuration offers multiple benefits including new revenue sources, creative funding options, and lower initial construction costs. It not only integrates diverse interest groups, but is easily adaptable to accommodate future expansion and demonstrates sustainability and energy efficiency. Kristi Beattie, Eric McCune

Marking Milestones in Your Community (PRO) Room #64, 0.1 CEU Clayton is celebrating its Centennial in 2013. A centennial is a significant milestone and represents the culmination of achievement and progress. After all, if an entity or community has not been successful in adapting to a changing environment, then it cannot survive over time. Clayton staff will present event ideas, partnerships and will share our challenges along with our successes in planning for this milestone. Sarah Umlauf, Janet LeMay

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AQS – AquaticsDEV – Professional DevelopmentFIT – Fitness KEY – Keynote Breakout M&C – Marketing & Communications

M&L – Management & LeadershipPNR – Park & Natural ResourcePRO – ProgrammingSPO – SportsVBC – Volunteer Boards

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10 Things That Will Improve Your Youth Sports Programming Attendance and Revenue (SPO) Room #70/71, 0.1 CEU Examine how to increase your current youth sports program numbers and better serve the customers who enroll and attend. Hear ideas for new programs and strategic partners that can provide value to better serve your members. Gain insight into marketing and promotional techniques to elevate your department’s revenue and reputation. Mike Parry

Inclusive Design Guide for Play Spaces (PNR)Room #72/73, 0.1 CEU This program will focus on addressing the needs of all people who use play space, including those who have Autism, intellectual disabilities, hearing impairments, Cerebral Palsy, Spina Bifida and other disabilities. Examples of how to accommodate and challenge everyone at their own development level will be discussed. Heather Murphy

Preventive Maintenance Practices to Extend the Life of Your Pool Equipment (AQS) Room #74/75, 0.1 CEU This session will discuss preventive maintenance for pumps, slides, chemical systems, filter systems, play structures and pool surfaces. The object is to extend the life of your equipment through routine service practices. Dave Wiecher, Crissy Withrow

Technology in Fitness - Today and Tomorrow (FIT) Room #76/77, 0.1 CEU Research on technology utilization trends in fitness will be used to help prepare you for future facility updates, budgeting, programming and maintenance. Ideas will be presented on how best to “connect” with patrons to improve your bottom line with targeted and cost-effective technology additions to your fitness center. Tim Cluny

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Wednesday Night Social

Salon B&C

6:30 pm – 11:30 pm

The Silent Auction committee has

done a fantastic job rounding up

items that you will WANT TO WIN!

Check your conference packet to

see the list of items and get ready

to place your bids from 6:30 –

8:30 at the social.

Dinner will be served from 6:30 until 8:00

with the band Five Turn Knot starting at

8:30. Cash bar available with draft

Budweiser products compliments of

Missouri Eagle and soft drinks provided

by Landscape Structures.

Stick around after dinner and the silent

auction and rock out to Five Turn Knot. This

cover band will get your blood pumping with

sounds from the 80’s & 90’s!

Room #60 – University of Missouri – Columbia

Room #61 – Southeast Missouri State University

Room #63 – All You Others

Room #64 – Missouri State University

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Thursday at a Glance

8:00 am – 5:30 pm Registration Desk Open

8:00 am – 9:00 am Sports Section Meeting – Salon C

8:00 am – 9:00 am Park Resource Section Meeting – Redbud

8:00 am – 9:30 am Aquatic Section Meeting – Room 74/75

8:00 am – 10:05 am Region Directors Meeting – Room #62

8:30 am – 10:00 am Fitness Section Meeting – Parasol II

9:00 am – 11:25 am Morning Educational Sessions

11:30 am – 1:00 pm Take a Student to Lunch (meet in Room #62)

11:30 am – 1:00 pm Past Presidents’ Lunch served in Salon C

1:00 pm – 3:00 pm Retired Members of MPRA Meeting in Salon C

1:00 pm – 4:45 pm Afternoon Education Sessions

2:20 pm – 4:45 pm Student Section Meeting and Session – Room #62

5:45 pm Doors open for Awards Banquet in Salon B/C

6:00 pm – 8:30 pm Awards Banquet in Salon B/C (ticket required)

8:30 pm – 11:30 pm Post Banquet Social in Bowling Alley

Alumni SocialsWednesday 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm

Wednesday Night Social

Take a Student to Lunch11:30 am - 1:00 pm Thursday

Meet at 11:30 in Room #62

Students: Professionals from all sectors of the

field will sign-up to take a student or two to lunch.

This is your chance to network with a professional

who may have the job you want when you enter

the workforce – and you can enjoy a free lunch too!

Professionals: The students are excited about this

great opportunity to have lunch with you. Please catch

Amy Hays or Terri Johnson, if you have not already

signed up, and let them know that they can count on

you to…

Take a Student to Lunch!

Free bowling and complimentary beverages will be available after the

Awards Banquet until 11:30 pm at the Tan-Tar-A

Resort Bowling Alley.

Check your Conference package for details on the Region

Bowling Tournament!

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9:00 – 11:25 am

Who Is Your FIRST Customer? Importance of Internal Agency Customer Service (DEV) Room #60, 0.2 CEU Like most agencies of their kind, parks and recreation departments and park districts all over the country are facing economic and budgetary challenges that can hinder their ability to deliver services to their constituents. Excellent customer service can position them to stand out from their competition in their community. Begin the journey to excellent customer service, starting with delivering great service to your internal customers. Denise Barreto

9:00 – 10:05 am

People with Disabilities Want to Participate in Your Programs - What Do You Do? (PRO)Room #61, 0.1 CEU Abby’s mom requests a sign language interpreter for her while she is at day camp. While registering Tommy for swim lessons, his dad mentions his son is a runner and is “on the spectrum”. On the first day of group exercise, Sammy shows up and his caretaker tells the instructor he has multiple disabilities and requires specialized assistance. Find out what your department’s ADA obligations are and how to provide accommodations to make your department an excellent source for truly inclusive recreation programs. Terri Johnson

The Journey to CAPRA Accreditation (M&L)Room #63, 0.1 CEU Parks and Recreation professionals are accountable to our citizens for effective and efficient operations. Why not prepare your agency to “prove” you are delivering best value? Discover whether your agency is ready to become CAPRA accredited, how to engage key stakeholders, and helpful tips and tools to ensure your success. Jill Wait - featured presenter

Seniors’ Game Day: A Day of Physical and Social Interaction (PRO) Room #64, 0.1 CEU A nuts and bolts approach to planning and implementing a seniors’ game day event at your facility. Attendees will learn how to successfully run this program with minimal expense and maximum returns on investment. A fun day for all involved. Greg Kriewitz, Rick Hardy

10:20 – 11:25 am

Parks and Recreation as an Economic Driver: They Want What We Have (M&L) Room #61, 0.1 CEU In challenging times, parks and recreation agencies have learned to leverage existing facilities to generate economic impact in their communities. But what about a “build it and they will come” approach? Hear from a Colorado town where over 33% of the General Fund budget is dedicated to parks and recreation! Jill Wait - featured presenter

Utilizing Public/Private Partnerships to Develop New Recreation Facilities (M&L)Room #63, 0.1 CEU It has become increasingly more difficult for the public sector to develop and finance new indoor recreation facilities on their own. As a result the focus has moved to finding viable project partners. The private sector provides unique opportunities and challenges as a partner. Is this a direction you should be looking? Darin Barr

Learn2 Experience the Outdoors - Outdoor Recreation Programming (PRO) Room #64, 0.1 CEU Interested in providing outdoor recreation programming? This session will provide ideas for programs focusing on camping, paddling and other outdoor skills. Learn about Missouri State Parks’ Learn2 Experience the Outdoors recreation series and how your facility can participate in the 2013 Great American Backyard Campout! Kendra Varns, Tyler Schwartze

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Kids with Disabilities & Sports Programs – What’s Your Game Plan to Make Participation Successful? (SPO) Parasol I, 0.1 CEU My son is enrolled in your soccer skills program and he’s in a wheelchair and needs a support person – the program starts tomorrow. My daughter has CP and uses a walker–she starts your t-ball program Saturday and might need assistance. My son is on the spectrum, LOVES to run and is attending your martial arts classes–what can you do to help him be successful? This session will take you step by step to inclusion success in your municipal youth sports programs. Terri Johnson

Getting What You Pay for Play Spaces (PNR)Redbud, 0.1 CEU Want to ensure that your construction project ends successfully? Want to make sure “You Get What You Pay For?” The presenter will provide general comments on project organizational frameworks to reduce conflicts and oversights, as well as specific items to incorporate into a project that hold contractors accountable to build the project the way you want it. Raymond Frankenberg

UV for Pools - the CDC’s Model Aquatic Health Code and Energy Savings (AQS) Room #74/75, 0.1 CEU The use of UV for improving air and water quality is fairly well known; however, the CDC MAHC will require secondary “validated” disinfection technology, like UV, on most indoor and outdoor pools. The presentation will thoroughly review UV, the MAHC disinfection section, and learn about an 18-month case study where a $150,000 UV project paid for itself in just over two years with energy savings. Tom Schaefer, Dave Wiecher

Marketing and Promoting Fitness Services and Programs (FIT) Parasol II, 0.1 CEU How much time do you spend marketing your personal trainers and group fitness programs? These profit-yielding areas are what health clubs nationwide rely on to meet expenses, satisfy members, and retain quality staff.

Learn some easy ways to create more interest, grow your programs, and boost your revenue! Christi Gleason

1:00 – 2:05 pm

Team Building Activities for Students, Educators, and Teammates! (DEV) Room #60, 0.1 CEU This session breaks out-of-the-box thinking into a multitude of games, activities and learning tools to help build teams, classrooms or co-workers. Attend this session if you need fresh ideas and group exercises to build that hard to gel group or attend this session if you just want to have fun! Shannon Oleen - featured presenter

Let’s Get Social! Social Media 101 (M&C) Room #61, 0.1 CEU Beyond the daily post on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Pinterest, how social are you? This session will introduce participants to some of the most frequently used social media platforms and suggest ways organizations can incorporate social media into current communication efforts effectively and efficiently. Melinda Arnold

Designing Natural Play Environments (M&L) Room #62, 0.1 CEU This education session will explore the range of natural play environments from wild spaces to more planned, natural play and outdoor learning environments. We will identify the unique characteristics of each including programming options to maximize user participation and education, and lastly, how and when safety and accessibility standards apply. Bryan Sykora

AQS – AquaticsDEV – Professional DevelopmentFIT – Fitness KEY – Keynote Breakout M&C – Marketing & Communications

M&L – Management & LeadershipPNR – Park & Natural ResourcePRO – ProgrammingSPO – SportsVBC – Volunteer Boards

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Enhancing Sustainability of Your Facility Programs and Operations (M&L) Room #63, 0.1 CEU Now more than ever, facility managers are being asked to do more with less (less funding and more impact). This session will address how to reduce costs and environmental impacts to many areas of your facility including programming, personnel, energy consumption and more. Michael Pratl, Darren Barr

Creative and Successful Program Ideas (PRO)Room #64, 0.1 CEU This is a fast paced presentation of new, creative, unusual and successful programs. Learn pricing and marketing strategies from a variety of departments. Time will be provided to share ideas and ask questions. Program books from across the state will be available, too. Karen Chandler

Sport Management: The New Sexy Emphasis in Mizzou PRT (SPO) Parasol I, 0.1 CEU This session is designed to introduce MPRA professionals to this emerging program of study at the University of Missouri – Columbia. We will shed light on our curriculum, placement of our students in internships and professional positions, and the transferability and applicability of sport management skills and experiences in the recreation field. Jennifer Upah, Tyler Hack

Spray Ground Design: Safer Options for Your Community (PNR) Redbud, 0.1 CEU Is your community looking for a safe and fun aquatic outlet but you don’t have the budget for a million dollar facility? A spray ground is a perfect solution, with lower construction costs and a great play value for the community. Jeff Bartley

Emergency Scenarios for Dummies the Sequel (AQS) Room #74/75, 0.1 CEU An overview of new in-service ideas for

every aquatic facility, regardless of size. See how to integrate technology into in-service trainings when technology may be limited or nonexistent. Learn how to organize large scale trainings incorporating your local EMS providers, equipment and staff, no matter what position they hold. Jende K. Smith

1:00 – 3:25 pm How to Build Fee-based Group Fitness Program Participation (FIT) Parasol II, 0.2 CEU Are group fitness classes draining your budget? Do you have trouble filling classes? Are your instructors tired of teaching to a handful of people? This class will cover the ins and outs of building up your group fitness programs to be profitable and much more fun! Christi Gleason

2:20 – 3:25 pm

E.Q. in Today’s Working World (DEV) Room #60, 0.1 CEU In 2013, we have over four generations of professionals working together, creating an dynamic like we’ve never seen before. Learn effective tips for communication in working relationships and environments. From the Baby Boomers to Generation Y, this is a session you won’t want to miss! Shannon Oleen- featured presenter

Stay Current, Stay Involved and Be Prepared (M&C) Room #61, 0.1 CEU This session is for the Young Professional and a “refresher” for others. Whether you’re looking for a new job or happy in your current one, it is important to be up to date on current industry trends. Examples of “best practice” methods will be provided towards your development of a preparation plan. Chris Deal

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Beyond Accessibility: A Higher Level of Inclusive Play (M&L) Room #63, 0.1 CEU This session will provide participants with an overview of the emerging awareness of a new population of children on the playground, and how to create playground designs that meet their unique needs. Attendees will learn more about the range of disabilities of playground participants and especially the rapidly growing incidence of children with autism and related spectrum disorders. Bryan Sykora

Concessions Food Safety 101 (PRO) Room #64, 0.1 CEU Concessions can be a great revenue source for your organization. They can also be a nightmare and source of bad PR if they are set up or run improperly. This session will provide attendees with a cheat sheet on how to meet the standards of the Missouri State Food Code. Attendees will walk away with a checklist of items that will aid in passing future inspections. Scott George, Deb Sees

Retaining Families in Your Programs Through Educated Coaches and Parents (SPO) Parasol I, 0.1 CEU Major goals for every P&R program is retaining and growing clientele base. This session will detail the positive effects associated with setting even higher standards for your program by developing educational requirements of coaches’ and parents’. After all, coaches and parents have the greatest influence on a child’s sporting experience. Bill Bommarito

Have You “Nature Explored” Yet? (PNR)Redbud, 0.1 CEU Find out how two very different parks systems, one municipal and one regional, went from concept to reality when they opened their own Certified Nature Explore Classrooms. Learn how you can implement these similar but different types of classrooms into your park system. Budget, space constraints and programming are addressed. Ben Grossman, Tim Brunsman

Creating Superstar Aquatic Facility Staff (AQS)Room #74/75, 0.1 CEU Are your expectations too high, too low or just right? Does your staff meet your expectations? This session will help the new or seasoned aquatic facility operator develop ways to keep staff accountable for their actions while bringing out the superstar in each one of them. Eden Dowler

3:40 – 4:45 pm

Park Master Planning, Public Engagement and Execution (DEV) Room #60, 0.1 CEU This session will impart great knowledge in the area of park master planning, funding and public engagement from a long time department director’s and a landscape architect’s perspectives. Learn from a Park Manager the efforts in tree preservation, challenges and considerations during the construction process. Mike Oppermann, Shawnell Faber, Jay Wohlschlager

Got a Brand? Get a Plan! - Steps to Developing Your Brand and Marketing Plan (M&C) Room #61, 0.1 CEU Are you looking for ways to develop and implement a marketing plan that will increase attendance and build awareness? Looking for some unique marketing tips with technology on your side? If so, come check out the steps to a market and promotional plan - discover your brand today! Evan Cloepfil, Greg Hansen

Courageous Conversations (M&L) Room #63, 0.1 CEU There are just some conversations no one wants to have. We put them off and put them off until we simply have no other choice. This session will identify types of difficult conversations and explore both physical and verbal techniques used to approach difficult subjects. Janet Snook

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COPS Camp (Challenge, Overcome, Persevere, Succeed) - MML Award Winner (PRO) Room #64, 0.1 CEU Wondering how to close the gap between today’s youth and public safety officials? In this session, participants will learn how to teach our youth, with a hands on approach, roles of public safety officers. Begin to understand how our youth and local businesses can be a resource within park programs. Paul Jokerst, Todd Kassabaum, Teresa Martchink

Management and Training of Sports Officials (SPO) Parasol I, 0.1 CEU Where do good officials come from? How do you retain good officials? Where can you find resources for officials training? Learn about the possible progression to higher levels of officiating and why having good officials matters. Rick Petty, Michael Vogel

Sustainable Landscapes: Using Low-Maintenance Native Plants (PNR) Redbud, 0.1 CEU Many of you are already familiar with the concepts, application, design and benefits of “Green Infrastructure.” The intent is not to detail concepts or construction methods for

the infrastructure method itself, rather it is intended to educate this audience in a slightly less familiar area – the plants! Andy Stahr

How to Reward Staff on a Budget (AQS) Room #74/75, 0.1 CEU We all have a budget to stay under, but that doesn’t mean you can’t reward your staff. Learn inexpensive ways to keep your staff motivated by rewarding and recognizing their efforts in their day-to-day job duties. Keep them involved by planning various events throughout the year that will keep your seasonal staff coming back year after year. Chad Beasley

STEP out of the Box with Incentive-Based Group Fitness Programming & Management (FIT) Parasol II, 0.1 CEU Learn different ways to manage and program your group fitness classes with incentives for both instructors and participants. From scheduling classes to paying your instructors, this session will show you how to use incentives to keep your group fitness program fun and fresh! Jen Rowlen

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Join us in Salon B/C Thursday night as MPRA pays tribute to those professionals and volunteers that have gone above and beyond to make their communities a better place to be.

Show your support for Peter G. Sortino as he is inducted into the Missouri Recreation and Parks Hall of Fame. Thank you, Peter, for all you have

done for recreation and parks in the state of Missouri.

DOORS OPEN AT 5:45 pm. A plated dinner will be served and cash bar will be available. This event requires a ticket to attend.

Stick around after the program to congratulate the award winners. Cash bar will be available with

complimentary draft Budweiser products courtesy of Missouri Eagle and complimentary soft drinks provided by Landscape Structures.

Cheer on your Region at the MPRA Region Bowling Tournament after the banquet at the Tan-Tar-A bowling alley.

Complete Park and Playground Solutions from the Company You Trust

800.438.2780www.cunninghamrec.com

Sport/Fitness EquipmentPlayground Equipment

Surfacing ProductsShelters & ShadeCustom ThemesCustom Design Site Amenities

Water PlayBleachers

Retired Members of MPRAMeeting in Salon C

1:00-3:00 pm Thursday

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Complete Park and Playground Solutions from the Company You Trust

800.438.2780www.cunninghamrec.com

Sport/Fitness EquipmentPlayground Equipment

Surfacing ProductsShelters & ShadeCustom ThemesCustom Design Site Amenities

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Friday Events

8:30 am – 10:00 am Region Meetings

Northwest (1) Region will meet in Room #62 Northeast (2) Region will meet in Room #63 Southwest (3) Region will meet in Room #74/75 Southeast (4) Region will meet in Room #76/77

10:00 am – 12:00 pm Meeting Space for Internship/Summer Jobs in Salon A

10:00 am – 12:00 pm Board Member Orientation in Room #64

This session will outline expectations and responsibilities of board members, committee chairs, and region leadership. Have you thought about being more involved with MPRA but don’t know where to start? You can learn about all the different opportunities at this meeting.

Those encouraged to attend are:

President & President Elect Secretary/Treasurer Board Members at Large Region Directors & Director Elects Regional Committee Chairs of Annual Fund, Education, Legislation & Membership

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Upcoming MPRA Events and Future Conference Dates

March 19-21, 2013 NRPA Legislative Forum on Parks & Recreation

Washington, D.C.

March 26-28, 2013 Certified Playground Safety Inspector Course

St. Charles

August 22-23, 2013 Missouri Trail Summit

Location TBD

September 19-20, 2013 MPRA/KRPA Executive Forum

Location TBD

September 24-25, 2013 Aquatic Facility Operator Course

Location TBD

September 29-30, 2013 Student Retreat Lake Ozark, MO

NRPA Congress & Expo October 8-10, 2013

Houston, TX

November 5-7, 2013 Certified Playground Safety Inspector Course

North Kansas City

February 25 – 28, 2014 MPRA Annual Conference & Expo

Tan-Tar-A Resort, Lake Ozark

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2nd Wind Exercise EquipmentBooth # 111Elizabeth White7585 Equitable DriveEden Prairie, MN 55344952-544-5249ewhite@2ndwindexercise.comDescription: 2nd Wind provides commercial grade fitness equipment and services.

ABCreative, IncBooth # 25Karen Herren32225 West 88thDeSoto, KS 66018913-583-3332karen@abcreative.netDescription: Play equipment, splash pads, playground safety surfacing, park shelters and park furnishings.

Advanced Exercise EquipmentBooth # 45&46Tim Cluny861 Southpark Drive, Suite 100Littleton, CO 80120303-996-0048tcluny@advancedexercise.comDescription: AEE is a leading commercial fitness equipment organization that provides consultative services like design and layout, equipment selection, delivery/installation, preventative maintenance and financing solutions.

Agro-Logics, LLCBooth # 106Denis Barron2330 Weldon ParkwaySt. Louis, MO 63146314-993-6700agrologics@yahoo.comDescription: We sell fertilizer, grass seed, chemicals and amendments to improve athletic services.

Air-O-Lator CorporationBooth # 31Deborah Hendrickson8100-04 Paseo BoulevardKansas City, MO 64131800-821-3177debbie@airolator.comDescription: Floating surface aerators, subsurface aerators, floating aerating

fountains, floating decorative fountains and decorative pool fountains.

All Inclusive Rec, LLCBooth # 83Stewart Mackay109 West Liberty StreetFarmington, MO 63640573-701-9787air@allinclusiverec.comDescription: All Inclusive Rec is a local supplier of the highest quality park and playground products.

American Camp Association - St. LouisBooth # 4Charlie Caspari730 Walnut Creek LaneTown and Country, MO 63017314-560-4014sherwdex@aol.comDescription: Membership in, and services of, the American Camp Association.

American Ramp CompanyBooth # 3Heather Hoopes601 McKinley AvenueJoplin, MO 64801417-206-6816heather@americanrampcompany.comDescription: American Ramp Company is the industry leader in design and construction of skate park equipment.

American Red CrossBooth # 90Laurie Roberts10195 Corporate SquareSt. Louis, MO 63132314-516-2726laura.roberts@redcross.orgDescription: American Red Cross services, products and brochures.

AmeriGas-Titan PropaneBooth # 14&15Roger Brooks28 Daniel DriveConway, AR 72032501-242-2884roger.brooks@amerigas.comDescription: Metro Lawn Propane conversion and propane fuel provider.

Aquatic Design Consultants, IncBooth # 12Kevin McElyea33400 Cold Water RoadLouisburg, KS 66053913-937-0025kevinm@waterparkteam.comDescription: We design all types of aquatic facilities: indoor, outdoor, water parks and swimming pools.

Arlan Co, IncBooth # 56Larry Arlan11835 Roe AvenueLeawood, KS 66211913-338-1977larryarlan139@gmail.comDescription: Parks and recreation equipment.

ATHCOBooth # 9&10Jason Cates13500 West 108th StreetLenexa, KS 66215913-469-5600athco@athcollc.comDescription: Playground equipment, safety surfacing, cable and rock climbers, aquatic playgrounds, scoreboards, shelters and park amenities, skate parks and outdoor fitness equipment.

BagSpot Pet Waste SolutionsBooth # 26Ruth Springer9648 Olive Boulevard, Box 313Olivette, MO 63132800-203-3613info@bagspot.comDescription: Provider of pet waste management systems featuring a patent pending dispensing unit that dispenses either Roll or Pull bags from the same dispenser.

Bell Structural SolutionsBooth # 29Cyndi Bible700 Country Club LaneBlackwell, OK 74631580-363-3955cyndi@bellstructural.comDescription: Park shelters, pavilions, gazebos, fabric shades, band shells,

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amphitheaters, carousel covers, bridges, dugouts, kiosks, trellises, pergolas, restrooms and concessions.

Bobcat CompanyBooth # 60Josh Heagle250 East Beaton DriveWest Fargo, ND 58078701-241-8789josh.hegle@doosan.comDescription: Compact equipment.

Bowman Bowman Novick, IncBooth # 27Paul Novick411 Nichols Road, Suite 246Kansas City, MO 64112816-753-2550pjn@bbnarchitects.comDescription: Landscape architects.

BSN SportsBooth # 79Sara Varn1901 Diplomat DriveFarmers Branch, TX 75234972-406-3413svarn@bsnsports.comDescription: Athletic and field equipment

Byrne and Jones SportsBooth # 39Brett Gaither11745 Rear Lackland RoadSt. Louis, MO 63146314-567-7997bgaither@byrneandjones.comDescription: Artificial turf field and running track construction and maintenance

Cannon DesignBooth # 103Reed Voorhees1100 Clark AvenueSt. Louis, MO 63122314-425-8702rvoorhees@cannondesign.comDescription: Nationally renowned architectural/engineering firm specializing in the planning and design of award winning sports, recreation and wellness facilities.

Carrothers Construction Company, LLCBooth # 48Cherie Worden401 West StreetPaola, KS 66071913-294-8155wordenc@carrothersconstruction.comDescription: We are a General Contractor that specializes in the construction of aquatic facilities. We also offer repairs, maintenance and expansions to an existing facility.

Challenger SportsBooth # 22Mike Parry8263 Flint StreetLenexa, KS 66214913-232-5160lwymore@challengersports.comDescription: Your TOTAL soccer solution, offering British & Brazilian soccer camps, seasonal training programs, world tours, tournament management, uniforms and equipment.

Champlin Tire Recycling, IncBooth # 92&93Mark Haist402 HightowerNixa, MO 65714785-262-1219mdhaist@hotmail.comDescription: Park benches, picnic tables and rubber playground/landscaping mulch.

Commercial AquaticsBooth # 34&35Jim Montemayor1542 East Spruce StreetOlathe, KS 66061913-764-6990jim@commercialaquatics.comDescription: Commercial Aquatic Services provides supply and support for institutional and commercial swimming pools, spas, water parks, water features and industrial water clients.

Counsilman HunsakerBooth # 36Linda Duerst10733 Sunset of Fire, Suite 400St. Louis, MO 63127314-894-0109lindaduerst@chh2o.comDescription: Aquatic planning, engineering and design services.

CTS GroupBooth # 62Ellie Blankenship15933 Clayton Road, Suite110St. Louis, MO 63011636-230-0843gbicknese@ctsgroup.comDescription: Single source solutions for facility and system retrofits with guaranteed performance and savings resulting in comfortable and energy efficient environments.

Cunningham RecreationBooth # 28Michele ZiegelmeyerPO Box 240981Charlotte, NC 28224800-438-2780michele@cunninghamrec.comDescription: Complete park and playground solutions, design through construction, playground equipment, sports and fitness equipment, shade and shelters, safety surfacing and custom theme.

Custom Property SolutionsBooth # 120Ron Gable253 Chestnut Hill RoadO’Fallon, MO 63368636-293-8764r_gable@centurytel.netDescription: Parks and recreation products and services.

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ExhibitorsDG2 DesignBooth # 117Kristy DeGuire7062 Lindenwood PlaceSt. Louis, MO 63109314-258-2754kdeguire@dg2design.comDescription: Landscape architecture (conceptual - construction): Parks and recreation, trails and greenways, natural playgrounds, streetscapes, master planning, ADA design, campus planning, funding strategies and more!

Elkay ManufacturingBooth # 66Michael Hanley, Jr2222 Camden CourtOak Brook, IL 60523630-207-0268michael.hanley@elkay.comDescription: World leader in water coolers, fountains and bottle filling stations.

Elliott Data SystemsBooth # 40Zach Chew17825 Edison AvenueChesterfield, MO 63005636-386-8400zchew@elliottdata.comDescription: A 40-year company working with organizations and government agencies on security technology: integrated photo ID, secure door access, visitor management and tracking solutions.

Fitness Resource GroupBooth # 55Kory WilsonPO Box 23769Overland Park, KS 66283314-662-6429kory@fitnessrgi.comDescription: Fitness equipment sales, service, design and consulting.

Foremost Fitness Group, LLCBooth # 71Brody Jackson704 Heatherstone DriveHigh Ridge, MO 63049314-413-2022brody@foremostfitnessgroup.com

Description: Commercial fitness equipment and indoor/outdoor flooring.

Fry & Associates, IncBooth # 1John Fry101 East 15th AvenueNorth Kansas City, MO 64116800-221-4825sales@fryinc.com or fun@fryinc.comDescription: Innovative commercial park and playground equipment, design services and construction services.

G. Farney & Associates, IncBooth # 41Gary FarneyPO Box 780725Wichita, KS 67178316-655-9513sfarney@cox.netDescription: Nemato Filtration and Accessories, Acu-Trol Chemical Controllers, Lincoln Aquatics and Pulsar Chemical.

GameTime AthleticsBooth # 59Derek RobertsPO Box 55Weston, MO 64098877-891-2476info@gtathletics.netDescription: Your one-stop shop for all your athletic field equipment needs.

Gateway Porous PaveBooth # 63Tim Cassidy1701 Dielman RoadSt. Louis, MO 63132314-427-5500tim@gatewayporouspave.comDescription: Gateway Porous Pave uses a revolutionary new paving product that is heavy duty, flexible and highly porous. Used for pathway repairs, stormwater runoff, tree surrounds, etc.

Gerald Perry Tennis Co, IncBooth # 76Carla Magers3381 East Sommerset RoadSpringfield, MO 65804417-865-1217geraldperrytennis@att.net

Description: Tennis court construction and repair.

Get Lit, LLCBooth # 50Summer Hull13243 Puppy Creek Road, Suite 9Springdale, AR 72762479-966-5483shull@getlitdecor.comDescription: Holiday decorations, custom displays and large trees.

Hasty AwardsBooth # 74Thad O’Connor1015 Enterprise StreetOttawa, KS 66067785-242-5297thad@hastyawards.comDescription: Awards company: medals, trophies and ribbons.

Hermann TourismBooth # 68Jim Grebing312 Market StreetHermann, MO 65041573-486-8995hermanntourism@centurytel.netDescription: German heritage, winery tours.

Holophane LightingBooth # 6Wade Johnson105 Castle Creek CourtSt. Paul, MO 63366314-277-5959wade.johnson@holophane.comDescription: Premium commercial lighting products.

Hydro Dramatics - Aqua MasterBooth # 115Paul Kaus1228 South 8th StreetSt. Louis, MO 63104314-231-9806paulk@hydrodramatics.comDescription: Floating fountains and aeration equipment.

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JACOBSBooth # 113Michael Pratl501 North BroadwaySt. Louis, MO 63102314-335-4674michael.pratl@jacobs.comDescription: Jacobs provides planning, architectural and engineering design, commissioning and construction.

Jefferson City Convention and Visitors BureauBooth # 73Marianne ThiesPO Box 2227Jefferson City, MO 65102573-632-2820marianne@visitjeffersoncity.comDescription: Exciting bus trips to Jefferson City! Lunch and the Dump, Puppies on Parole, Ghostly Adventure and more with smaller portion/smaller price lunch menus.

John DeereBooth # 18&19Toney Wallace10789 South Ridgeview RoadOlathe, KS 66061913-534-4054wallacetoneyl@johndeere.comDescription: The world’s largest leading manufacturer of agricultural and forestry equipment; a leading supplier of equipment used in lawn, grounds and turf care; and a major manufacturer of construction equipment.

Johnny Mac’s Sporting GoodsBooth # 42Phil Steele10100 Watson RoadSt. Louis, MO 63127314-966-5444psteele@johnnymacs.comDescription: Athletic equipment, uniforms, T-shirts, screenprinting and embroidery services.

Kiefer Specialty Flooring, IncBooth # 116Brenda Garrett2910 Falling Waters BoulevardLindenhurst, IL 60046847-245-8450

brenda@kieferfloors.comDescription: Kiefer is an award-winning, athletic surface design and installation company and is an authorized dealer of Mondo sports surfaces. Kiefer offers design and installation for track and field, artificial turf fields, gymnasiums, field houses, weight rooms and multipurpose areas.

Kirksville TourismBooth # 49Debi Boughton304 South FranklinKirksville, MO 63501660-665-3766debi.boughton@visitkirksville,comDescription: Kirksville, Missouri’s North Star is a great destination for your group. Itineraries include nature, antiquing, foodie tour, history and culture tour.

Land 3 Studio, LLCBooth # 82Bob Bushyhead1100 West Cambridge Circle Drive, Suite 550Kansas City, KS 66103913-371-7933bbushyhead@land3studio.comDescription: Parks and recreation planning and design services.

Larkin AquaticsBooth # 51Virginia Nunamaker9200 Ward Parkway, Suite 200Kansas City, MO 64114816-361-0440vnunamaker@larkin-grp.comDescription: Larkin Aquatics provides planning, design and renovation for aquatic centers, waterparks, competitive, recreational and therapeutic pools, Natatoriums/recreation centers and spraygrounds.

Lifeguards Unlimited, IncBooth # 88&89Renee Jeep4709 LaGuardia Drive, Suite 180St. Louis, MO 63134314-423-9899rjeep@lifeguardsunlimited.comDescription: Full-service swimming pool management.

McCownGordon ConstructionBooth # 86Jennifer Sivwright422 Admiral BoulevardKansas City, MO 64106816-877-0620jsivwright@mccowngordon.comDescription: Commercial construction.

Midwest Advertising Specialties, IncBooth # 65Laura PaynePO Box 104194Jefferson City, MO 65110573-634-2511lpayne@midwestadv.comDescription: Advertising specialties and promotional products.

Midwest Pool Service & Supply CoBooth # 24Sam Williamson7841 Manchester RoadSt. Louis, MO 63143314-781-1000dsw509@earthlink.netDescription: Outstanding swimming pool chlorination/sanitation systems.

Midwest Products GroupBooth # 13Luke Mueller2203 East McCartyJefferson City, MO 65101573-635-7119lmueller@mpgblock.comDescription: Outdoor hardscape and masonry supply company.

Miracle RecreationBooth # 32Curt HutchinsonPO Box 194Troy, MO 63379636-528-8301curt@hutchinson-recreation.comDescription: Playground equipment, splashpads, shelters, site amenities, fitness equipment, safety surfacing and restrooms.

Conference Sponsors noted in green. Thank you, Sponsors!

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ExhibitorsMissouri Propane Research and Education CouncilBooth # 122-124Steve Ahrens4110 Country Club DriveJefferson City, MO 65109573-893-7655steve@missouripropane.comDescription: A demonstration of the benefits of using propane mowers to reduce expenses and increase air quality.

Missouri State ParksBooth # 107Connie SchmidtPO Box 176Jefferson City, MO 65102573-751-8463connie.schmidt@dnr.mo.govDescription: Information about Missouri State Parks, Recreational Trails Program grants and Land and Water Conservation Fund grants.

Missouri Turf PaintBooth # 114Larry Davis1201 East 63rd StreetKansas City, MO 64110800-426-0774larry@missouriturfpaint.comDescription: Athletic field paint.

Missouri Vocational EnterpriseBooth # 87Dianne Salmons1717 Industrial DriveJefferson City, MO 65109573-522-2939dianne.salmons@doc.mo.govDescription: MVE provides wood furniture, clothing, signs, metal, engraving, printing, graphic arts and consumable products.

Monitor ProductionsBooth # 102Richard Hines110 East Main StreetWyanet, IL 61379815-699-2424Monitor110@hotmail.comDescription: Free monitor systems. Keep your membership fully informed of your programs and events. Increase program

revenues significantly. Do a better job of serving your community. FREE!

MPR Supply CompanyBooth # 112James Osborne2541 Link RoadSt. Louis, MO 63114314-575-6503jim@mprsupply.comDescription: Drainage, lighting, smart watering, irrigation and watergardens.

Musco LightingBooth # 37Michael Shindler3410 Tanglewood WayFulton, MO 65251641-295-5130mike.shindler@musco.comDescription: Musco provides indoor and outdoor lighting solutions and makes lighting happen worldwide. Featuring the environmentally- and budget-friendly “Light-Structure Green” system.

National Joint Powers AllianceBooth # 47Gordy ThompsonPO Box 219Staples, MN 56479218-894-1930gordy.thompson@njpacoop.orgDescription: National Joint Powers Alliance is a government contracted agency providing MPRA agencies access to competitively bid and nationally leveraged contracts.

New Again, Inc - Outdoor Furniture RestorationBooth # 91Kathy Gharst904 East Loula, Suite BOlathe, KS 60661913-764-1999kathy@napf.coDescription: Re-strapping, mesh sling replacement and powder coating of all outdoor furniture.

Northwest Missouri State UniversityBooth # 7Matt Symonds800 University Drive, MH 208Maryville, MO 64468

660-562-1297msymond@nwmissouri.eduDescription: Undergraduate and Graduate programs in recreation. Home to MOZINGO outdoor education and recreation area.

Oates Associates, IncBooth # 78Barbara Anderson100 Lanter Court, Suite 100Collinsville, IL 62234618-345-2200oai@oatesassociates.comDescription: Engineering and architectural design, transportation planning, traffic engineering, highway and street design, water resources, site design, structural engineering, municipal services, recreational facilities, survey and construction services.

Pizzo & Associates, LtdBooth # 72Susan KuntzendorfPO Box 98Leland, IL 60531815-495-2300susank@pizzo.infoDescription: Ecological restoration firm dedicated to restoring, creating and enhancing prairies, wetlands, woodlands and savannas. Pizzo offers design, planning, installation, stewardship, shoreline and prescribed fire.

Planning Design StudioBooth # 33Andrew Franke727 North 1st Street, Suite 360St. Louis, MO 63102314-241-3600andrewfranke@planningdesignstudio.comDescription: Landscape architectural services including park and recreation master planning and design.

PR Fitness Equipment, IncBooth # 77Joel Spalding5072A Tholozan AvenueSt. Louis, MO 63109314-299-3236joelprfitness@coxinet.netDescription: We provide new and pre-owned commercial fitness equipment and specialize in all aspects of planning,

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design, equipment, service and support.Premier Picks - Performance Fitness EquipmentBooth # 61Mike McGraw1202 SW Crystal Creek PlaceBlue Springs, MO 64015816-830-4282mike@pfekc.comDescription: 29 years representing the fitness industry’s best equipment.

Professional Turf ProductsBooth # 119Hannah Boenker1010 North Industrial BoulevardEuless, TX 76039817-785-1900boenkerh@proturf.comDescription: We are the South Central US’ premiere provider of outdoor beautification solutions. We provide exceptional products from the Toro Company as well as many other topflight manufacturers. We sell to independent dealers, golf courses, schools and municipalities.

Public Restroom CompanyBooth # 121Katie Sherin9390 Gateway DriveReno, NV 89521888-888-2060katie@publicrestroomcompany.comDescription: Public Restroom Company is a design/build specialist for odor-free, green park restroom buildings, spray park equipment buildings, showers and concessions with built-in proprietary vandal resistant components and super hygienic technology.

Rainout LineBooth # 21Ron Ring1256 Vinetree DriveBrandon, FL 33510816-797-2067ron@rainoutline.comDescription: Weather information hotline system. Great for adult and youth leagues, pool/aquatic centers, classes and special events. Improves customer service, saves time and simple to use.

RL Mueller Popcorn & SupplyBooth # 108Rich Mueller6198 Bermuda RoadSt. Louis, MO 63135314-524-3232richmueller@sbcglobal.netDescription: Providing concession equipment and supplies to the park and recreation industry for over 50 years. Visit us at www.rlmueller.com.

Sapp Design Associates Architects, PCBooth # 20Michael Sapp3750 South Fremont AvenueSpringfield, MO 65804417-877-9600info@sdaarchitects.comDescription: Architects.

SCORE SportsBooth # 11Maribel Anguiano726 East Anaheim StreetWilmington, CA 90744310-830-6161maribel@scoresports.comDescription: Athletic sportswear, soccer, basketball and equipment.

Scranton ProductsBooth # 43Tim James801 East CoryeScranton, PA 18505636-294-7172tjames@scrantonproducts.comDescription: Solid plastic restroom partitions, lockers and vanities.

Sedalia Convention & Visitors BureauBooth # 105Carolyn Crooker600 East 3rd StreetSedalia, MO 65301800-827-5295carolyn@sedaliamo.orgDescription: Visitor information, group tour packages, Flea Hop and Girls Night Out.

SFS ArchitectureBooth # 5Carol Martin Tracy1150 Grand BoulevardKansas City, MO 64106816-474-1397cmtracy@sfsarch.comDescription: Planning, architecture and interior design for community recreation centers, aquatic complexes, athletic facilities, parks, trails, open space and other recreational and cultural amenities.

Spalding Team SportsBooth # 69Lisa Miceli1 Fruit of the LoomBowling Green, KY 42103314-288-8749lisa.miceli@fotlinc.comDescription: Spalding inflated products (basketballs, footballs, volleyballs and soccer balls), Dudley softballs and Spalding equipment (basketball and volleyball).

Sport Court of the OzarksBooth # 70Brent Beckmann63 Abbott RoadEldon, MO 65026573-434-4491sportcourtozarks@yahoo.comDescription: Sport Court sells and installs indoor and outdoor sports performance surfaces and offers a wide variety of sports equipment. We build outdoor game/tennis courts.

Sportable ScoreboardsBooth # 30Daniel Fukuhara106 Max Hurt DriveMurray, KY 42071270-759-1600danielfukuhara@scoreboard1.comDescription: Sportable Scoreboards® is a name synonymous with excellence in the scoring industry. As one of America’s largest and most trusted scoreboard manufacturers, we have exceeded the scoring needs of organizations like yours for over two decades.

Conference Sponsors noted in green. Thank you, Sponsors!

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ExhibitorsSportsPlay Equipment, IncBooth # 67Scott Meyer5642 Natural BridgeSt. Louis, MO 63120314-389-4140smeyer@sportsplayinc.comDescription: Manufacturer of fun equipment of exceptional safety and durability. Since 1996, SportsPlay has been focused on maintaining the best value on the playground and in the neighborhood.

SSCIBooth # 38Chris Goodman1853 Piedmont Road, Suite 100Marietta, GA 30066866-996-7412cgoodman@ssci2000.comDescription: Providing the National Background Check Program for all park and recreation agencies across the US.

Technogym USABooth # 81Christine Almonte700 Route 46 EastFairfield, NJ 7004609-202-5481calmonte@technogymusa.comDescription: Technogym is one of the leading suppliers of cardiovascular and resistance equipment.

The Stresscrete GroupBooth # 57Norm Worthy14503 Wallick RoadAtchison, KS 66002913-255-3112nworthy@stresscrete3.comDescription: Manufacturer of pre-stressed concrete poles and high performance decorative luminaries.

Turf, etc. LLCBooth # 109Angela Grego1314 SW Market StreetLee’s Summit, MO 64081816-886-2747Agrego@synlawn.comDescription: Synthetic grass for play areas, pet areas, golf areas, landscaping,

decks and patios.

United Industries, Inc - SwimtimeBooth # 23Jerry Peterson202 East ClevelandSterling, KS 67579316-655-9557j.peterson@swimtime.comDescription: United Industries, Inc has been a manufacturer and distributor of commercial aquatic equipment and related supplies since 1954. Our SwimTime Commercial Aquatics Equipment catalog is published annually.

Univeristy of Missouri Extension - MOCANBooth # 8Cindy Debaluw1205 University Avenue, Suite 300Columbia, MO 65211573-882-2399deblauwc@missouri.eduDescription: Resources to assist parks in providing healthy choices in their food service operations. Opportunities to sample healthy foods.

Upbeat Site FurnishingsBooth # 64Anna Slattery211 North LindberghSt. Louis, MO 63141314-754-0836anna.slattery@upbeat.comDescription: Dedicated supplier of high quality, long lasting site furnishings and amenities designed to meet every customer’s needs.

USTA Missouri ValleyBooth # 75John Terpkosh1775 East Diehl AvenueDes Moines, IA 50320913-322-4835jterpkosh@movalley.usta.comDescription: Promoting tennis programs, resources and grants.

Vermont Systems, IncBooth # 118Kathy Messier12 Market Place

Essex Junction, VT 5452802-879-6993kathym@vermontsystems.comDescription: Vermont Systems specializes in providing world class parks and recreation application software designed to provide increased efficiency and productivity in an easy to use package.

Water’s Edge Aquatic DesignBooth # 2Caroline Casper11205 West 79th StreetLenexa, KS 66214913-438-4338ccasper@wedesignpools.comDescription: Aquatic engineering firm specializing in the evaluation, planning and design of swimming pools, aquatic centers, water parks and spraygrounds.

Westport PoolsBooth # 84&85David White156 Weldon ParkwayMaryland Heights, MO 63043314-432-1801dwhite@westportpools.comDescription: Design, build, service chemicals, lifeguard management and equipment.

WNB ArchitectsBooth # 44Jenna Guild517 DelawareKansas City, MO 64105816-283-3731jguild@wnbarchitects.comDescription: Specialty architecture for recreation and aquatic facilities.

Worlds of FunBooth # 80Allison Prettyman4545 Worlds of Fun AvenueKansas City, MO 64161816-303-5128allison.prettyman@worldsoffun.comDescription: The premier family entertainment in the Midwest, Worlds of Fun offers 235 acres of rides, shows and attractions, including admission to Oceans of Fun’s 60 acres of water slides and soaking rides.

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