Friday, Sept. 26, is the last day to submit your TRAPS State Awards nominations!  This is your chance to recognize the incredible professionals, agencies, and volunteers who make parks and recreation essential to every Texas community. Submit today! traps.org/state-awards/

Get ready for Unplug Texas Day on Oct. 21! This day encourages Texans to log off, get outside & rediscover the value of connection through parks and recreation.    We invite you to host & register events, sign the pledge & share the campaign! Learn more: traps.org/unplug-texas/

TODAY IS THE LAST DAY to submit your TRAPS State Awards nominations! Don't miss your chance to recognize the incredible professionals, agencies & volunteers who make parks and recreation essential to every Texas community.  Submit today! traps.org/state-awards/

Applications are DUE TOMORROW for TRAPS’ Dr. Michal Anne Lord Leadership Academy Class of 2026! The Academy is dedicated to building a community of professionals committed to effective leadership! Applications are due TOMORROW, Oct. 1. Apply today: traps.org/education/acad…

Take the pledge to unplug!  In less than 3 weeks, on Oct. 21, we will celebrate Unplug Texas Day- a day that encourages Texans to log off, get outside, and rediscover the value of real-world connection through parks and recreation. traps.org/unplug-texas/

Get ready for the 2025 TRAPS West Region Workshop & Rodeo, October 22-23, 2025, in Lubbock, Texas! This premier gathering of park and recreation professionals promises two days packed with hands-on competitions, & cutting-edge educational sessions.  membership.traps.org/events/EventDe…

We are seeking passionate and knowledgeable presenters for the upcoming East Region Workshop in Texas City. Mark your calendars and make plans to join us on 01/21/26 at the Nessler & Doyle Convention Center in Texas City.  APPLY NOW! fs24.formsite.com/TRAPS/orfqifps… 📷

Today is the day to Unplug, Texas! Join TRAPS & 26 parks & rec agencies who are celebrating today by setting aside our screens to rediscover the outdoors! Thanks to Sen. Adam Hinojosa & Rep. Ben Bumgarner for championing this initiative! Sign the pledge: unplugtexas.org

Happy Halloween from all of us at TRAPS! Let us know how you have been celebrating the spooky season at parks in your community!

That’s a wrap from the Texas Municipal League Conference in Fort Worth! TRAPS had a fantastic time at our expo booth, connecting with elected officials, city managers, and park supporters from across the state.

Today, we honor the Veterans whose service has helped protect the freedoms that allow us to explore and enjoy our parks and natural spaces. We’re grateful for those who served and continue to inspire a spirit of responsibility and honor. #VeteransDay

Join us February 10–13, 2026 in beautiful Corpus Christi for the TRAPS Institute & Expo, the premier education & networking event in Texas for the parks and recreation community. We hope to see you there: institute.traps.org

The TRAPS 2026 Institute & Expo is just around the corner, & we’re thrilled to offer 3 programs that make attending this premier event even more accessible and rewarding. Explore our Scholarship Program, TEX-ternship Program, and Volunteer Opportunities! institute.traps.org

We’re excited to announce the return of the TRAPS: Because We CARE campaign running through December 24! Submit a short video showing how you CARE about parks and recreation. Donate today: membership.traps.org/donations/dona…

A Lone Star Legacy Park is a park that holds special prominence in the local community & the state of Texas. A designation as a Lone Star Legacy is one of the highest honors that can be bestowed on a park.  Deadline for submissions is 12/1/25 at 11:59pm. traps.org/lone-star-lega…

Planning to attend the TRAPS Institute & Expo? TONIGHT is the deadline to submit an application for the Scholarship Program and TEX-ternship program, which offer additional ways to participate, learn, & connect at the Institute. Apply by 11:59PM tonight: institute.traps.org

On this Giving Tuesday, we invite you make a gift to our second annual TRAPS “Because We CARE” campaign. Your generous gift will directly support parks and recreation professionals across Texas. Make a gift today: membership.traps.org/donations/dona…

Have you registered for the 2026 TRAPS Institute & Expo, yet? We hope you will plan to join us for the park and recreation community’s premier education and networking event in Corpus Christi on February 10-13, 2026! Learn more and register today: institute.traps.org