The annual NRPS conference & exhibit hall will be in Mesquite, Nevada the top-notch education programs & offsite tours, network and engage with park and recreation professionals and explore the large exhibitor space. More information about Offsite Institutes will be coming soon! Hotel Room Information: Visit the hotel location's website by clicking here. Conference Room Block Code:  1NRPS18. Book your hotel soon early before the room block sells out!

Conference Schedule is now available!

Conference Registration Options:

Full conference package rate of $140.00                                                         

Package includes: Welcoming Reception (Monday), 2 days of General Education sessions (Tuesday/Wednesday), Keynote session, 2 continental breakfasts (Tuesday/Wednesday), 2 Lunches (Tuesday/Wednesday), Vendor Social/Tradeshow (Tuesday), Awards Dinner/Social (Tuesday), President's Awards/L.E.A.D. Ceremony (Wednesday), Exhibitor Hall entrance pass (Tuesday/Wednesday), one offsite tour and social events.

Tuesday Only conference package rate of $100.00                                           

Package includes: General Education sessions (Tuesday only), Keynote session, 1 continental breakfasts (Tuesday), 1 Lunch (Tuesday), Vendor Social/Tradeshow (Tuesday), Awards Dinner/Social (Tuesday), and Exhibitor Hall entrance pass (Tuesday).

Wednesday Only conference package rate of $80.00                                       

Package includes: General Education sessions (Wednesday only), Continental breakfast (Wednesday), Lunch (Wednesday), President's Awards/L.E.A.D. Ceremony (Wednesday), Exhibitor Hall entrance pass (Wednesday), and Closing Social.

Transportation options for the NRPS Conference are as follows:

St. George/Salt Lake Express Shuttle from McCarran (Las Vegas) Airport: https://stgeorgeexpress.com/

From Henderson, NV: A shuttle will depart from the Downtown Recreation Center (105 W Basic Rd, Henderson, NV 89015) on Tuesday, 4/17 and Wednesday, 4/18 at 6am.  The Shuttle will return from Mesquite (arriving back at the Downtown Recreation Center) around 8pm each day.   Reservations must be made in advance.  Shuttle trip comes with complimentary movie and snacks. For more information about reservations, please contact: alex.crocker@cityofhenderson.com. The shuttle fees are: $15 one-way/$25 round trip). Submit your transportation request here.

The L.E.A.D. Institute provides opportunities for exploring and mastering the capabilities for effective individual and team leadership. Through hands-on exercises, interactive lectures, and dynamic discussions, you’ll learn how to maximize team productivity, drive breakthrough innovation, and secure a competitive edge for your organization. The program focuses on improving the capacity to think strategically, communicate effectively, and act decisively. L.E.A.D. Institute will be held on Thursday, April 19, 2018 from 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.