Annual Institute & Trade Show


The Society holds an Annual Institute and Trade Show each spring which rotates around the state. Educational sessions featuring leaders from around the nation include tracks on a variety of issues relating to park, recreation and leisure services. Employees of all levels are guaranteed a rewarding variety of continuing education opportunities at the Institute. Combined with a trade show, the Institute provides a keen opportunity for vendors to interact with members of all levels, providing them information and research on the latest trends and technology available to enhance the field.

2008 Annual Institute & Trade Show

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Blazing Trails for Parks & Recreation

March 26 - 28 San Angelo Texas -
Angelo State University

Thank you to everyone who attended the 2008 Annual Institute in San Angelo!


Thank you to all the sponsors!


State Maintenance Rodeo

Thank you to all who participated in the State Maintenance Rodeo

State Maintenance Rodeo Results

Fun Run/Walk Results


Top 3 Females
Allison Scheel - La Hacienda Treatment Center
Jame Anne Sellars - Coppell
Mia Russell - Hobbs PARD

Top 3 Males
Anthony Wilson - San Angelo
Curt Randa - Cedar Park
Samaniego Hiram - El Paso

Directors Challenge Winner
Curt Randa - Cedar Park

City Challenge Winner
San Antonio with 15 participants

Congratulations and thank you to all who participated!

 

Future dates for Annual Institute & Trade Shows:

2009 Austin, Texas - February 24 - 27, 2009

2010 - Frisco, Texas - March 3-5

Institute Planning Committee

Joanna Mesecke,
Austin Parks and Recreation Department

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