nrps february 2012 newsletter
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NRPS Newsletter February 2012
Our mission is to support and recognize members of the Society and to promote Recreation and Parks as an essential service in Nevada.
NRPS Vision Statement
We support the National Recreation & Park Association and the benefits of Recreation and Parks for citizens of the State of Nevada. We serve with pride, leadership and professionalism.
We Believe in creativity and innovative problem solving. We Believe in encouraging and promoting diversity in our membership. We Believe in recognizing the accomplishments of members and agencies. We Believe in members’ input to shape our vision through strategic planning. We Believe in cooperation, communications, teamwork and consensus building for the citizens, the Society and the agencies we serve.
Welcome back! Enclosed is the February edition of the NRPS monthly newsletter. I am happy to report that this is not the only information that you will receive this month. Later this month, you will receive a copy of the NRPS Magazine. We plan to start with two issues this year with more to follow. A lot of people have worked very hard to bring this magazine back I want to thank them for all their hard work. The magazine is a prelude to the upcoming NRPS State Conference which will be held in Henderson at the Black Mountain Recreation Center. There are several great speakers at this conference. In fact, you are getting national speakers at a state conference price. The conference is shaping up to be one of our Society’s best in several years. I hope you will take time to register and join us this year at the conference. Also at the conference will be a prep course for the Certified Parks and Recreation Professional (CPRP) Exam. There has been a great deal of requests from people wanting to take the exam, so Dr. Dan McLean and I put together a half-day course to help people prepare before they take the exam. I would encourage all professionals in Nevada to become certified. Taking the prep course is a great way to do it. I want to thank the many people that have helped make this a banner year for NRPS. We would not be where we are if it wasn’t for all the hard work by the many volunteers who have helped us with the many successful projects that we have accomplished this year. To each and every one of you, I thank you. I look forward to seeing you at the state conference in April. Thanks, Dirk Richwine, President Nevada Parks and Recreation Society
President-Dirk Richwine, CPRP
Past Pres.-Sven Leff, CPRP Pres. Elect-Jayne
Mazurkiewicz, CPRP Vice Pres. North-Al Rogers Vice Pres. South-Daniel
McLean Secretary-Sarah Johnson Treasurer-Brady Dehn Members At Large North-
Pandora Bahlman Jennifer Budge Joel Dunn Danny Gleich
Members At Large South-
Nate Jaramillo Nick McLemore Jeannette Palmer Felicia Rivera-Baker
PSP North-Johnathan
Skinner PSC North-Linda Fearnley PSP South-Shelly Gulotta PSC South-Dundee Jones
The Nevada Recreation and Parks Society (NRPS) is a non-profit, professional organization, founded in 1958. Its main purpose is to promote the growth and development of Nevada recreation and parks. NPRS is affiliated with the National Recreation and Parks Association (NRPA).
NPRS has several levels of membership to meet the needs of all parks and recreation professionals, students, retirees, agencies, and affiliates.
PROFESSIONAL This category includes persons who are or have been employed full time in an executive, leadership or supportive staff capacity within a public or private agency or department of recreation or parks or educational institution. ($30)
RETIRED PROFESSIONAL This category includes any persons over 45 years of age, who has been a Professional Member of NRPS, NRPA, or an NRPA Affiliate for a minimum of ten (10) years and has officially retired from a qualified professional position. ($15)
ASSOCIATE This category includes persons who are employed part time or volunteers within the recreation and parks field, and who subscribe and agree to the aims and objectives of this society. ($15)
STUDENT This category includes persons who are enrolled full time in high school, colleges or universities with an interest in parks and recreation or an allied field. ($10)
AGENCY This category includes the Agency Director and members of the policy or advisory board or commission. Dues are based on full time employee (FTE) equivalent. ($250 – 20 FTE’s or more; $150 – under 20 FTE’s)
ORGANIZATION/INSTITUTION AND AFFILIATE This category includes national, state, and local organizations, hospitals, colleges, universities, clubs, and local, state or regional societies and organizations. ($50)
COMMERCIAL This category includes all vendors, commercial and for-profit organizations who subscribe and agree to the aims and objectives of this society. ($50)
HONORARY May be bestowed upon those persons approved by this society’s Executive Board.
The NRPS Aquatic Committee is made up of aquatic professionals throughout the southern Nevada area.
Members meet the 2nd Wednesday every other month to discuss aquatic trends, programming, staffing, operations and hot topics.
In addition, the committee organizes several events throughout the year; Health & Safety Expo, Southern Nevada Lifeguard Games and a Recreational Swim Meet.
Please visit our contact page on NRPS.org if you would like to contact our board members to receive additional information on any of our events, attending a meeting or becoming a member.
Board Members 2011
Jessica Laguna, Past Chair
Brady Dehn, Chair
Trevor Snow, Vice Chair
Ericka Taggart, Secretary
Dave Castle, Treasurer
Did you know… Scholarships are available
for Water Safety Instructor, Lifeguard Training Instructor,
Lifeguard Management, Lifeguard Training and CPR/AED classes?
Contact 702-595-0010 for more information.
Conference Update Conference is only two months away! It is time to make arrangements to attend this outstanding educational and networking event. The registration form is on our newly revised website (www.nrps.org). Those that register by April 2 will receive a discounted rate (only $130 for the full package). The committee was sensitive about the economic times, and kept prices low so that everyone had the opportunity to attend. If you would like to be put on a payment plan, contact Jeannette Palmer at 267-4126. For those seeking affordable continuing educational units (CEU’s), the state conference will a great opportunity to get them. You’ll only pay $20 if you register by Monday, April 2 ($25 after). Program Excellence and Elmer Anderson Award applications are due by Friday, March 2, 2012. All Nevada recreation programs and parks that have been developed within the last 5 years are eligible for the Program Excellence recognition. The Elmer Anderson Award honors outstanding park developments within the State of Nevada accomplished by federal, state, county, city, community, non-profit/civic organizations, religious groups, business and commercial agencies. For additional information, email Kathy Burkhardt at [email protected] or Pandora Bahlman at [email protected]. Registration is also open for the Certified Playground Safety. Participants will receive course materials, continental breakfast on Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday; lunch and snacks on Wednesday and Thursday. NRPS even provides transportation from the NRPS designated hotel to the CPSI Course & Exam. Check out the website for additional information. It isn’t too late to offer your assistance for conference. See the following page for chairs of the committees or contact me at [email protected].
The Nevada Recreation and Park Society (NRPS) will be recognizing excellence in recreation programs and parks facilities at the 2012 NRPS Conference. The categories for recognition include:
•Children •Teen •Senior •Staff Development •Health/Fitness •Outdoor •Sports •Inclusive •New Recreational Concept •Co-Partnership •Special Event
The Elmer H. Anderson Park Excellence Awards, named after one of the founding members of NRPS, also will be honored to recognize park planning and design. Categories include:
•City/Community Park •Neighborhood and/or Mini Park •Special Feature •Commercial Projects •Park and Facility Renovation •Trails/Nature Areas
Applications can be found on the website www.nrps.org and are due by March 2, 2012. Start thinking about your agency’s latest and greatest recreation program and/or park and take this opportunity to be recognized for the outstanding, creative community services you provide! For additional information access the NRPS website or email [email protected] or [email protected].
Aaron “Wheelz” Fotheringham is a 20 year-old wheelchair moto-cross athlete from Las Vegas, Nevada. Aaron was born with Spina Bifida, a birth defect of the spinal cord, which resulted in him having no usage of his legs. Aaron never let anything stop him. Aaron started riding at skate parks at the age of 8 . The first time was scary, and he fell, but he was never one to give up just because it wasn’t easy. So he tried again. From then on he was hooked. He has won a few BMX free style competitions, including the 2005 Vegas AmJam BMX finals, but for Aaron that is secondary to the joy of riding and hanging out with friends at the skate parks. Over the last six years Aaron has challenged himself to try progressively more difficult tricks; carving, grinding, power-sliding, hand planting, and spinning are just a few of his accomplishments. In 2005, he perfected a mid air 180-degree turn. Then on July 13th, 2006, he landed the first wheelchair back flip. Four years later, at a camp in Woodward, he landed the first ever double back flip (August 26, 2010). Since then, he has gone on to perform it live while touring with the Nitro Circus. As if this is not enough, on February 9th, 2011, he landed his very first front flip in New Zealand. Aaron enjoys showing young kids with disabilities that a wheelchair can be a toy, not a restriction. He loves helping younger children learn how to handle their chairs in new and different ways and teaching them a trick or two. Aaron has a passion for what he does, not only is it a lot of fun, but he wants to change the world’s perception of people in wheelchairs, as well as helping everyone see his/her own challenges in a new way.
•Budget Strategies in Difficult Times- Chris Nunes •Creating & Measuring Outcomes: The Core of Recreation programming-Dan McLean & Dirk Richwine •Designing & Staging Memorable Experiences Workshop- J. Robert Rossman •Evidence-Based Practice- James Busser & Jane Pike •Gang Trends- Detective Mark Amundson •Inclusion, 22 Years & Counting, Do You Have It Figured Out?-Lonny Zimmerman •Maximizing Your Splashpad Water-Kevin Spence •Professional Development: It Starts Now!- Nathaniel Jaramillo •Set Your Sail to Flourish: How Positivity Leads to Well Being-Joy L. Salmon •Sex Offenders & Felons in Your Recreation & Parks-Chris Goodman •Shaping Public Perception-Richard R. Becker •Sustainable Landscapes: Traditional Methods & Modern Stategies- Timothy Gallagher •The Carson River Nature Park- Juan F. Guzman & Roger Moellendorf •The New Norm: Contracting & Outsourcing- Chris Nunes •The Proper Pruning of Shrubs-Preston Goodman •Transforming Public Service to Public Good-Dale Larsen •Transforming to an Agile Organization-J. Robert Rossman •What’s Happening on Your Fields-John Engh •Wise & Witty Burn Out Solutions- Jana Bruner •Workplace Bullying- Linda Rivera
Join us for the Opening Social at Sierra Gold
1341 Warm Springs Rd. Wednesday, April 18
6:00-8:30pm
Exhibitors Luncheon provided by Jimmy Johns
Thursday, April 19 12:15-1:30pm
Installation Reception at the
Black Mountain Country Club 500 Greenway Rd. Thursday, April 19
5:00-8:30pm
Wednesday, April 18 9:00-11:30am Historic Fifth Street School
Friday, April 20 9:00-11:30am
Mendenhall Center
Friday, April 20 1:00-3:30pm
City of Henderson Trails/Bird Viewing
Preserve
COURSE DATES: APRIL 18 – 19, 2012
EXAM DATE: APRIL 20, 2012
BLACK MOUNTAIN RECREATION CENTER
599 GREENWAY ROAD
HENDERSON, NV 89015
CPSI COURSE & EXAM FEES:
NRPS/NRPA MEMBER: $550.00 OR NON-MEMBER: $625.00
CPSI EXAM ONLY FEES:
NRPS/NRPA MEMBER: $125.00 OR NON-MEMBER: $150.00
FEES INCLUDES: COURSE MATERIALS, CONTINENTAL BREAKFAST ON WEDNESDAY/THURSDAY/FRIDAY; LUNCH AND SNACKS ON WEDNESDAY/THURSDAY. ALSO INCLUDED: TRANSPORTATION FROM THE NRPS DESIGNATED HOTEL TO THE CPSI COURSE & EXAM.. REGISTER AT WWW.NRPS.ORG.
The 2012 NRPS conference is on the horizon. We encourage all members and local professionals to join us at the conference and even assist in the planning process. If you would like to assist with a committee, please email
[email protected] or [email protected].
Conference Committees & Chairs: •Awards- Pandora Bahlman & Kathy Burkhardt •Budget– Brady Dehn •Exhibitors- Shelly Gulotta & Doug Guild •Fundraising- Sarah Johnson •Playground Safety Institute- Felicia Rivera-Baker •Registration- Jeannette Palmer •Socials/Food- Nate Jaramillo •Speakers/Education- Jessica Laguna & Dirk Richwine •Technology/Logistics- Nick McLemore
Discount Room Rates Discounted room reservations are available at Hampton Inn and Sunset
Station .
Option #1: Reserve at Hampton Inn by calling (702) 992-9292 and use code “NRP” .
Standard Room is $66.00 per night. Choose either two deluxe queen beds or one deluxe king bed.
What is included: Complimentary hot and hearty breakfast served daily Complimentary coffee and tea 24 hours Complimentary evening manager’s reception with non alcoholic
beverages, beer, wine, and appetizers Tuesday – Thursday Complimentary freshly baked cookies with cold milk each evening Refrigerator and Microwave in every guest room Free High Speed Internet Access throughout the hotel On site guest Laundry facility Heated Outdoor Pool and Spa Fitness Center Complimentary parking Business Center with complimentary photo copies, computers, and
printer Offers both interior and exterior doors on the first floor Excellent location for attractions such as bowling, movies and live gaming
casinos Short distance to the Galleria Mall, offering major retail stores and
restaurants Shuttle service available for airport transfers, pick up/drop off to Las
Vegas strip and within the 3 miles radius of the hotel
Option #2: Reserve at Sunset Station by phone, call 1 (800) 978-2846 and use code
“SCINRPS”. Standard Room is $59.00 per night. Choose either two deluxe queen beds or one deluxe king bed. Reserve at www.Sunset Station.com.
What is included: Free breakfast Excellent location for attractions such as bowling, movies and live gaming Short distance to the Galleria Mall, offering major retail stores and
restaurants 8 restaurants onsite
Please send submissions for the NRPS monthly newsletter to
[email protected] We want to hear from you!
Grant Training in Carson City The Nevada State Health Division and Grant Writing USA present two grants classes in Carson City. Class #1: Learn where to find the grants and how to get them. Join us March 26-27, 2012 when Nevada State Health Division hosts Grant Writing USA's two-day grant writing workshop. Attend this proven class and you'll learn how to find grants and write winning grant proposals. Beginning and experienced government and nonprofit personnel are welcome to attend. Tuition is $425 and includes all materials. Class #2: Learn how to stay in compliance and keep the money. Attend this grant management training June 19-20, 2012, and you'll learn what to do after your government grants arrive. We will help you hone your grant administration skills and arm you with extensive knowledge of the compliance requirements that all grantees must meet when managing federal funds This training is recommended for grant recipient organizations across all disciplines and is again locally hosted by Nevada State Health Division. Tuition is $595 and includes all materials. Attend both classes and receive $100 off your combined tuition. Checks, cards, and purchase orders are welcome. Multi-enrollment discounts are also available. Contacts: The Client Services Team at Grant Writing USA 800.814.8191 [email protected] Julia Peek Nevada State Health Division 775.684.4192 [email protected] More than 10,000 agencies across North America have turned to Grant Writing USA for grant writing and grant management training.
Bikes Belong Coalition for Bicycle Facilities and Advocacy Projects, Deadline: Feb 29. Up to $10K to improve bicycling in the U.S. by building trails and paths or large-scale advocacy programs. Info & app: http://www.bikesbelong.org/grants/
National Alliance for Accessible Golf for Individuals With Disabilities, Deadline: Rolling. Up to $20K to provide golf programs for individuals with disabilities. Info & app: http://www.accessgolf.org/grants/
alliance_grants.cfm
Grant Opportunities
Job Opportunity
City of Reno, NV
Special Events Manager The Ideal Candidate: The Special Events Program Manager for the City
of Reno is a dynamic, energetic, and results oriented individual who will
assume management responsibility for the activities and operations of all
special events taking place on public right-of-way within the City,
including large signature City sponsored special events, film shoots, and
residential block parties. The individual selected will be responsible for
implementing City Council policy direction; oversight of the permitting,
licensing and regulation of outside individuals/organizations producing
special events on City property; will coordinate all City services provided
to special events; and will negotiate and administer all special events
expenditures and contracts.
In addition, the individual selected will represent the City on special
projects both directly related and non-related to City operations; will serve
as a liaison with a variety of civic, public, and governmental groups; will
coordinate assigned activities with other divisions, departments, and
outside agencies; and will perform a variety of
administrative/management tasks in support of assigned area of
responsibility. This is an at-will appointive position exempt from the City’s
Civil Service system.
Application Process & Schedule: To be considered for this challenging
and rewarding career opportunity, please submit a cover letter describing
your interest and experience; a detailed résumé; and your recent salary
history to include current major fringe benefit history. The preferred filing
date for résumés is February 24, 2012 at 5:00 pm PST. Résumés should
reflect months and years of positions held, as well as size of staff and
budget you managed. Please forward your materials to: Cara L.
Bowing/Human Resources Department/City of Reno/PO Box 1900/Reno,
NV 89505.
Job Opportunity Arrow Creek Country Club
Reno, NV
Locker Room/Shoe Care Attendant Description: The Locker Room Attendant is responsible for maintaining high standards in all locker room services and operations, and maximizing profitability. Confidentiality and trustworthiness are of the utmost importance as the guests rely on the Locker Room staff to maintain the safety of their personal property. Seek opportunities to create memories by anticipating needs, exceeding expectations, and building relationships. Qualifications: Able to work up to or over 40 hours a week during peak times throughout the season. Ability to work any day of the week, including Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays Valid U.S. drivers license Authorization to work in the United States At least 1 year previous experience in housekeeping, locker room service, food and beverage, or customer service role in a private club setting. Basic knowledge of the most of the following: customer service, housekeeping, shoe care, golf operations, food and beverage service, and computers
Job Opportunity
Friends of Black Rock Desert Executive Director: Desired qualifications and skills: Development Skills. Fundraising & Grant writing experience very desirable. Non-profit experience strongly preferred. Ability to work with Government Agencies and diverse users. Computer skills including web development, desktop publishing, and social media, good writing and speaking ability. Enthusiasm and organization skills. Position may be based in either Gerlach or Reno. Knowledge of Black Rock area a Plus but not required. Please send resume with salary requirements to [email protected]. Communications Director: Part-Time approximately two days a week. Position may be based in either Gerlach or Reno. Desired qualifications and skills: Computer skills including web development and social media, good writing and speaking ability. Some public outreach. Desktop publishing and fundraising/grant writing skills very desirable. Non-profit experience preferred. Please send resume with salary requirements to [email protected].
Are You Prepared to do Pool Inspections?
The National Swimming Pool Foundation is a cost effective and convenient resource for certifications and trainings. Visit their website for information www.nspf.org. Learn how to conduct effective pool and spa inspections and minimize exposure to public health hazards. By reducing incidents at public pools, the community is more healthy and prosperous and the health official is more efficient and effective. The Certified Pool/Spa Inspector™ training program teaches health officials in all the aspects of how to perform public pool inspections. This interactive, online course can be taken in parts or all at once and includes a 60-page, full color handbook that can be used as a resource after course completion. Successfully complete the course and earn a Record of Completion and 2.5 CEUs.
Advocacy is a process of
strengthening public and political
understanding and commitment to
public parks and recreation.
Advocacy involves finding ways to
tell stories about parks and
recreation and how it benefits our
communities.
In Nevada we have seen a decline
in support for parks and
recreation at all levels.
Advocacy and NRPA Daniel D. McLean, Ph.D.
The National Recreation and Parks Association has long been a strong advocate for parks and recreation in this country. They have been actively involved in building national coalitions, working with Congress, and telling our story. When I lived in Iowa and Indiana I made the trek to Washington, D.C. to visit with our Congressional delegations. For many of them it was the first time a park and recreation professional have ever visited. Such visits were invaluable, but without the efforts of NRPA these visits would probably not have happened. They provided materials, background information, and instruction.
The NRPA Advocacy web site should be visited by every NRPS member. Its focus is on the national level, but its resources are helpful for all. Below is a list of services available to NRPS members, whether you are an NRPA member or not.
Learn About Federal Policy and Legislative Issues Impacting
Parks and Recreation
Advocacy Resource Center - From fact sheets and issue briefs, to reports and analysis, to NRPA submitted testimony and official comments, this one stop shop will provide you with all of the tools you need to be an effective advocate for parks and recreation.
Advocacy Action Center - Send messages directly to your Members of Congress, learn the status of key legislation, and take direct action to advance the parks and recreation movement.
Advocacy Insider - NRPA's online advocacy newsletter. Stay informed on federal legislation, national policy developments, and breaking news of importance to parks and recreation. Here you will find the most recent edition of Advocacy Insider as well as archived issues.
Policy Principles and Platform - Understand the policy principles that guide NRPA's advocacy efforts and review NRPA's 2011 Legislative Platform.
Urban Parks Coalition - NRPA has partnered with over 30 organizations to form the Urban Parks Coalition. View the coalition's homepage and learn more about the critical role of urban parks in building healthy, livable, and sustainable communities.
Advocacy Training Module - The Power of You Becoming an Advocate
View the NRPA Advocacy Web site at: http://www.nrpa.org/getinvolved/