About MTRPA
Parks are iconic staples in community. Recreation brings community together. Trails connect community to nature for that much needed outdoor time. Parks and Recreation matter so much to our livelihood. Numerous studies have provided information linking improved mental/physical health, community involvement, and economic benefits with he presence of trails, recreation, and parks. Yet, funding and road blocks constantly threaten these important entities. We are on a mission to help Montana preserve and utilize our parks, trails, and recreation resources across the state while supporting the growth of our professional industry behind the scenes of these beloved areas and programs.
Support MTRPA
Your parks, your recreation, and your trails need your support! Our membership opportunity gives individuals, groups, organizations, and commercial businesses the chance to support their state’s parks and recreation association. By becoming a member of the Montana Trails Recreation and Parks Association, you are supporting mission. Learn more about membership.
Conferences
We hold an annual MTRPA Conference in the spring and a fall conference at Montana League of Cities and Towns inviting park and recreation entities and affiliates to learn, grow, and come together on current topics in the field. This provides education, networking, and community growth opportunities for professionals, businesses, and organizations across the state.
Legislative Platform
We must make our voice heard to influence polices and persuade elected officials to support recreation, parks, and trails! Our legislative chair provides our board with legislative updates and the board evaluates to support or oppose these items. Help us be heard by becoming a member, get Legislative Updates, or subscribe to our email newsletter.
Member of NRPA
The MTRPA represents our beautiful state of Montana as member of the National Recreation and Parks Association. Visit NRPA.org to learn more.
Board of Directors
Our MTRPA Board of Directors are working hard towards our mission educating members and non members of the MTRPA with valuable resources to support our state’s recreation and parks.
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President |
President Elect Mitch Overton – Director Bozeman Parks & Recreation 415 North Bozeman Ave Bozeman, MT 59715 (406) 582-3222 |
Past President |
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Secretary/Treasurer |
Website/Communications |
Membership |
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Advisory Team |
Advisory Team |
Advisory Team
Pat Doyle – Marketing & Communications Mgr
Montana State Parks
PO Box 200701
Helena, MT 59601
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Trails Representative
Bob Walker – Montana Trails Coalition
406-461-0523 |
Student Liason
University of Montana
32 Campus Drive #1234
Missoula, MT 59812
406-243-6581
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Aquatics
Marian Permann – Aquatics Facilities Supervisor
Great Falls Parks & Recreation
Great Falls, MT 59403
406-452-3733
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Want to get involved?
Sponsors, vendors, members, volunteers, and board members make our efforts possible. Want to get involved? Become a member and contact us.
