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[Map to MRPA Office location] [MRPA 2008 - 2010 Strategic Plan]
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Michigan Parks and Recreation.....
...The Benefits are Endless
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Welcome to the Michigan Recreation and Park Association Web Site
Founded in 1935, the Michigan Recreation and Park Association [MRPA] is a non-profit association with over 2,000 members representing the public and private sectors of the recreation and park profession.
MRPA is comprised of a diversity of professionals and agencies from a variety of backgrounds including tourism, recreation, parks, therapeutics, senior citizens, resorts, arts, athletics, education, business and industry. MRPA represents the interests of leisure service professionals and citizen advocates throughout Michigan.
Parks and Recreation Works For You!
Here are a few ways that parks and recreation works for you, your family, your neighbors and your community...
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Individual Benefits
- Improves academic performance
- Reduces stress
- Improves health in later years
- Increases self-esteem and confidence
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Community Benefits
- Reduces adult and juvenile crime
- Keeps kids off the streets
- Builds strong communities
- Connects families
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Environmental Benefits
- Preserves plant and animal wildlife
- Controls air, water and soil quality
- Provides accessible places to enjoy nature
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Economic Benefits
- Increases property values
- Reduces health care and insurance costs
- Reduces employee absenteeism
- Increases productivity
- Boosts tourism
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More Benefits
MRPA is committed to providing quality professional development, advocacy, programs and services to Michigan park and recreation professionals and agencies with fiscal integrity and progressive leadership. Read our vision statement and learn about our strategic directions.
MRPA has representation at the State Capitol on many issues and makes legislative advocacy a top priority.
View a list of some of the programs MRPA offers.
MRPA would welcome your involvement and support. Join Today!
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"Creating Community through People, Parks and Programs!"
Michigan Recreation and Park Association
2465 Woodlake Circle • Suite 180 • Okemos, MI 48864
(517) 485-9888 FAX (517) 485-7932
E-Mail: info@mrpaonline.org
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In consideration of my membership in MRPA, I hereby, for myself, my heirs, executors, administrators, and assignees, waive any and all rights and claims for damages and losses I may have against MRPA and/or their agents, representatives, successors, and assignees for any and all losses or injuries suffered during the life of my membership. I agree that I will participate in membership according to the rules and regulations established for the organization. I also agree to allow MRPA to take photos of me and/or those accompanying me during the course of my membership for possible use in future publications, including the MRPA websites.
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