Recreation and Parks Society

Come celebrate with RAPS! Join us for a professional development round table event, a BBQ, and a 50th Anniversary celebration for the PRT department. See you there!

Need your first aid and CPR certification to graduate? Come get that taken care of this Saturday. RAPS members get a discount!

We would love for you to join us for a movie night this Thursday at 8:00 pm!

The Recreation and Parks Society is having a BBQ outside of the Annex building this Friday at 1:30. Hope to see you there!

Another internship opportunity is available this summer! See below for contact information:

SUMMER ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION INTERNSHIP

Summit Land Conservancy is a land trust in Park City that works to permanently protect the open spaces of Summit County. The Conservancy has preserved over 3,000 acres and needs your help to protect more!
We have an opportunity available for an individual to work with a nationally accredited land trust while gaining knowledge about land conservation, exploring Summit County’s open spaces, and working with a unique blend of fun, enthusiastic, environmentally-conscious individuals.

Responsibilities
Outdoor Explorers Summer Camps
• The EE Intern will support the Education and Outreach Director with planning, and development of the Outdoor Explorers Summer Camp program.
• The EE Intern will act as a lead instructor for camp activities including mountain bike rides, educational hikes, river rafting trips, ropes courses, gardening, and sailing.
• The EE Intern will be responsible for coordinating games and relevant arts and crafts for each activity theme day.
Other
• Help with conducting other educational programs throughout the summer.
• Administrative duties.
• Help with fundraiser events.

Requirements
• Time commitment of 30-40 hours per week, however, schedule can be flexible.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and CPR/First Aid certification.
• Background in ecology, botany, biology, and/or wildlife identification preferred.
• Experience mountain biking, hiking, rafting, and/or sailing preferred.
• Must be self-motivated, responsible, and energetic.
• Applicants must have a commitment to outdoor education and be willing to go the extra mile to provide a great camp experience for every child.

Is there something specific you want to learn or do? Let us know, and during your time with us we will attempt to make this happen.
Please send resume, interest letter, and inquiries to [email protected]

This is coming up Wednesday the 3rd! Don't forget this exciting event!

Join us May 3rd afor an incredible opportunity to ask alumni and professional climber Conrad Anker about his career and life after the U. The University of Utah College of Health's Department of Parks Recreation and Tourism couldn't be more honored to host this question and answer session. Mark your calendars now for 9:30 on May 3rd in CTIB Room 109. Go ahead and email any questions you'd like to ask Conrad Anker to [email protected] We will also be showing a special free screening of Meru, a documentary that chronicles Anker's first ascent of the "Shark's Fin" on Mt. Meru at 8:00 in the same room. Hope to see you there!

Join us May 3rd afor an incredible opportunity to ask alumni and professional climber Conrad Anker about his career and life after the U. The University of Utah College of Health's Department of Parks Recreation and Tourism couldn't be more honored to host this question and answer session. Mark your calendars now for 9:30 on May 3rd in CTIB Room 109. Go ahead and email any questions you'd like to ask Conrad Anker to [email protected] We will also be showing a special free screening of Meru, a documentary that chronicles Anker's first ascent of the "Shark's Fin" on Mt. Meru at 8:00 in the same room. Hope to see you there!

we are hiking on Friday so we will have some sunny sunshine, come join us for some fun!!

Hello everybody! We're hosting an event in the Marriot Library (room 1170) on February 8th from 5:30-7:30. We'll be watching the movie "Time to Choose" and talking about it afterwards. Put it on your calendar and we hope to see you there!

Hello again! We're planning on doing a small hike on December 1st. You should join us if you're able! Bring a flashlight or a headlamp just in case.