Join us as we interview IPRA Executive Director Duane Smith about the future of education at IPRA, tips for taking advantage of everything the association has to offer, and how to further yourself in the field.

Move aside Pickleball, there is a new hot sport in town that may be a bit puzzling. Come join us and special Guest Andre Cobbs from the Elmhurst Park District as we talk about new trends in athletics. We cover everything from the hot-button issues of travel sports, the fun explosion of cup-in-hand kickball, to what has changed in the post-pandemic athletics landscape.

Join us for the debut episode of the IPRA Rec Room podcast, the official podcast of the Illinois Park & Recreation Association! Hosts Vince, Marissa, and Mark introduce themselves and share their passion for the parks and recreation field.

In this episode, we interview IPRA Executive Director Suzi Wirtz. Suzi discusses the impact of IPRA and the UnPlug Illinois initiative, which encourages everyone to enjoy the benefits of unplugging from digital devices.

We also highlight upcoming IPRA events like the Lifeguard Games, the C&M Summit, and AI Applications in Parks & Recreation. Lastly, our hosts introduce a fun segment where they ask each guest, "What's your dream Rec Room?"

Tune in for insightful stories, event previews, and a heartfelt look at the importance of parks and recreation in our communities. Join us on this journey to celebrate and support the professionals making a difference every day!