Welcome to the Illinois Park & Recreation Association
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IPRA University is live!
IPRA University is the Illinois Park & Recreation Association’s brand-new Learning Management System (LMS), built around your real-world responsibilities - not just your job title.
Ready to get started?
- Log in using your IPRA login and password
- Explore the course catalog and start learning
This is just the beginning - new courses and content will continue to roll out to support you at every career stage.
Tickets on sale July 22
Mark your calendar - tickets go on sale July 22!
Join us for the IPPYS (Illinois Park Professionals Yearly Soirée), an afternoon dedicated to celebrating excellence, connection, and the incredible work happening across our park, recreation and conservation community.
- Thursday, September 10
- 3:00pm - 6:00pm
- Central Park West, Oak Brook Park District
This event will bring together professionals from throughout Illinois for an unforgettable celebration featuring awards, networking, and plenty of fun.
Contact Us
Tell us about your experience with IPRA. We welcome your ideas about how we can better serve you!
Become a Member
Membership will be valid through Dec 31, 2025
Explore all of the professional growth & training opportunities that the Illinois Park & Recreation Association has to offer! If you have any questions regarding member benefits, events, or getting involved please email membership@ilipra.org