Increase your financial literacy, network with Texas park and recreation professionals, and earn 1.5 CEUs through the 2026 Financial Sustainability Certificate Program (FSCP). Secure your seat today: membership.traps.org/events/…

Check out the latest edition of the TRAPS Magazine! In this issue, meet our new Executive Director, Rich DePlama, and discover his vision for what's next for TRAPS. We also reflect on the impact we made last year in our 2025 Annual Report and so much more! mydigitalpublication.com/pub…

The TRAPS 2027 Annual Awards are open! Each year, TRAPS recognizes excellence across the state of Texas, celebrating the outstanding efforts in the field of Parks and Recreation. Know someone doing incredible work? Nominate them today! Learn more: traps.org/state-awards/

It’s not too late to register for the TRAPS New Member Orientation! Whether you're a new member wanting to learn more about TRAPS, or a current member looking to deepen your engagement, join us Fri., Sept. 25, at 10AM via Zoom. Register now: membership.traps.org/events/…

The best parks and rec professionals never stop learning or connecting. See what's on the upcoming TRAPS event calendar and find opportunities near you to grow your skills and your network: membership.traps.org/events/…

Does your web content meet today's accessibility standards? Join MyRec.com for a deep dive into Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.2 & learn what it actually takes to make your digital experience equitable for everyone. Register: membership.traps.org/events/…

Are you a new member wanting to learn more about TRAPS, or are you a current member looking to deepen your engagement with our organization? Join us on Friday, Sept. 25, at 10AM via Zoom for the TRAPS New Member Orientation! Learn more: membership.traps.org/events/…

Texas Night at NRPA is back! Join us in Philly for an evening of networking with TRAPS & fellow park & rec professionals from across Texas on 9/29
from 4-6:30PM
at Midnight & Wicked. Connect, catch up & celebrate all things Texas parks & rec! Register: membership.traps.org/events/…

Grow your skills. Build your network. Connect with parks and recreation professionals across Texas. Check out the TRAPS calendar of events to find workshops, networking events, and more near you! membership.traps.org/events/…

Looking for an opportunity to lead, grow & contribute to TRAPS’ future growth & success? Submit your nominations for TRAPS Board of Directors and Branch Leadership positions by this Fri, 8/14. Board of Directors: fs24.formsite.com/TRAPS/83wp… Branch Leadership: traps.org/branches-2/

TRAPS is proud to celebrate Disability Independence Day and support the 36th Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act, ensuring people with disabilities have the same rights and opportunities as everyone else. TRAPS works to foster access and opportunity for all.

Parks and rec is better together. 🌳 From workshops to networking events, the TRAPS event calendar is packed with ways to learn, connect, and level up — find what's happening near you and get plugged in: membership.traps.org/events/…

Nominations for the 2027 TRAPS Board of Directors and Branch Leadership positions are open! This is an opportunity to lead, grow, & contribute to TRAPS’ future growth and success. ➡️Board of Directors: fs24.formsite.com/TRAPS/83wp… ➡️Branch Leadership: traps.org/branches-2/

Meet TRAPS’ Executive Director Rich DePalma! With 20+ years in parks & rec, public affairs, and nonprofit leadership, Rich brings strong statewide relationships and a clear vision for TRAPS' future. Help us welcome Rich to the TRAPS family and learn more: traps.org/wp-content/uploads…

Happy Park & Recreation Professionals Day! Today we're introducing TRAPS' new Executive Director Rich DePalma with a special message from him. Join us in celebrating our incredible TRAPS members who strengthen Texas communities through parks & rec. THANK YOU for all that you do!

Submit your Regional Workshop education proposals today and showcase your innovative programs, best practices & lessons learned with colleagues! Central Region by 7/17 fs24.formsite.com/TRAPS/yuqw… North Region by 7/24 fs24.formsite.com/TRAPS/swfe… West Region by 8/28 fs24.formsite.com/TRAPS/9523…

REGISTRATION DEADLINE: This Friday, 7/17, is the last day to register for the Recreation Forward: 2026 Texas Directors and Leaders Summit on Aug. 5-6 in Austin! Join parks and rec leaders from across the state for this 2-day leadership summit. Learn more: traps.org/directors-and-lead…

Parks and rec shines brightest when we connect, learn, and grow together. Check out the TRAPS event calendar to find education and networking opportunities happening near you and get plugged in. membership.traps.org/events/…

Looking for a new challenge or position in the parks and recreation field? Or maybe you have an open position you’d like to promote. Check out the TRAPS Job Bank to see who is hiring near you! membership.traps.org/network…

We are proud to recognize and thank our 2026 Champions—the sustaining donors whose generous support powers the mission of TRAPS and fuels the success of our year-round programs and operations. Thank you for your continued support of all that we do!