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Sep 9
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The Insider’s Guide to the 2025 NRPA Ann...

National Recreation and Park Association
About this episode

On this very special episode of Open Space Radio, we discuss all things 2025 NRPA Annual Conference! It’s hard to believe we’ll be in Orlando with thousands of our friends, colleagues and peers in just a few days.

If you’ll be in Orlando, please come say hello to the Open Space team in the exhibit hall. We’ll be posted up in the Open Space Lounge, which is booth #1272, right next to the NRPA Member Area. Come hang out for a few, grab some swag and even get on the mic!

On today’s episode, we have some very special guests who play a big role behind-the-scenes to make the NRPA Annual Conference come to life. They’ll be giving you some practical takeaways so you feel informed, less overwhelmed, and excited to dive into everything the conference has to offer.

Today we’re so excited to welcome Jenna Kuklish, NRPA’s education systems program specialist, and Michael Biedenstein, NRPA’s Senior Manager of Membership.

We chat about all the things you’ll need to know before you arrive and some helpful tips for navigating the conference. Tune in below to learn:

  • An overview of key conference highlights and can’t-miss experiences
  • Tips for creating a personalized schedule and not missing out on key session or events
  • How to maximize your learning and get Continuing Education Units
  • Practical tips for navigating the Orange County Convention Center and surrounding areas
  • Insider tips from NRPA staff and attendees
  • And much more!

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This episode of Open Space Radio is sponsored by Xplor Recreation.

Xplor Recreation’s parks and recreation software helps municipalities and government organizations of all sizes connect with their community. Xplor Recreation makes managing operations, payment processing, membership management, and program coordination effortless.

Are you heading to the 2025 NRPA Annual Conference? Xplor Recreation will be giving away iPad Airs to three lucky attendees through a randomized draw. Enter for your chance to win by going to https://xplor.ink/NRPA2025.

 

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