LEAD - 2026

Purpose: To equip parks and recreation professionals with the tools they need to be effective leaders within their agencies, their communities and our profession.

Program Content: The 2.5 day program will consist of: leadership development/enhancement activities, FISH! Philosophy for Leaders and team building exercises. All adventure programming is challenge by choice.

Eligibility: Applicants must be ARPA Professional Members in good standing and have maintained membership for a minimum of six months. College students majoring in parks and recreation or a related field may also be considered with a professor’s recommendation. All applicants must have a working email address and the ability to complete pre-LEAD activities online.

Nominations: Nominations will be reviewed by ARPF with no more than 14 participants being selected.

Program Dates: November 4th – 6th, location Camp Skyline, Mentone, AL.

Application Process: Applications will be reviewed and candidates accepted by Septemer 15th. Invoice will be sent once candidate is accepted. Cost to attend is $175 and inlcudes lodging and meals.

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By submiting this application, I hearby acknowledge that my supervisor is aware of my applcation and I will be able to attend the entire LEAD program. I understand that once accepted, ARPF will send an invoice.