LRPA

🚨 It’s officially the first-ever LRPA Trivia Tuesday! 🚨
Think you’re a parks and rec expert? Prove it! Drop down in the comments and show us how much you know about Louisiana Recreation & Parks. 👇😉

If you are stuck at your desk, take a deep breath as you look at this picture from Ponchatoula and imagine you’re out enjoying nature! Now, get out there to enjoy it for yourself!

Recreation is happening all around you!

Thanks Ponchatoula Recreation Park for sharing!

📸🌟 PARD Pic of the Week 🌟📸

We're excited to share the very first photo in our new PARD Pic of the Week series!

Think you have a photo that could be featured next? We'd love to see it! Drop your favorite PARD photos in the comments below for a chance to be selected as an upcoming PARD Pic of the Week.

This week's featured photo was submitted by Kimberly J. Landry, who captured this stunning view of Pete's Lake during her morning walk on the track. Kimberly described the scene perfectly:

"One morning walking the track. It was so pretty and peaceful."

The beautiful reflection of the clouds and trees reminds us that PARD isn't just a place for recreation, it's also a place to slow down, enjoy nature, and appreciate the little moments. 💙

Whether it's a great catch at Pete's Lake, a sports action shot, a family memory, a trail adventure, or a beautiful sunset, we want to see PARD through your lens! 📸✨

Recreation meets the needs of everyone in our community and this is another example of this!

Our WEEKLY FEATURE is all about getting active and trying something new with the whole family! 🏉
This is the perfect introduction to the exciting sport of rugby in a safe and fun non-contact flag format, hosted by Reign Rugby. Whether your kids are already sports-mad or just looking for a new hobby, these clinics are for you!
Clinics are FREE. Register today at JPRD.org.
Let's see some 💪 and 🏃 out there!
Jefferson Parish Recreation Department

Registration for the 2026 National Recreation and Park Association Annual Conference is open! Join us in Philadelphia on Sept. 29 - Oct.1 to celebrate the transformative power of parks and recreation.
Register before Aug. 7, and you can take advantage of the earlybird discount!
Learn more and secure your spot today! www.conference.nrpa.org

Today, we remember the fallen heroes who sacrificed everything for our freedom.
Wishing everyone a safe and meaningful Memorial Day.❤️🤍💙

Get your hands dirty and upgrade your fields! 🪵⚾️

This week's feature is the LRPA District 4, which is hosting a Field Learning Opportunity at Pelican Park! Join us for a hands-on training class where you'll learn exactly how to install Mound Master bricks for pitching lanes on clay infields.

🗓 When: July 14th | 8:00 AM - NOON
📍 Where: Pelican Park (63350 Pelican Dr., Mandeville, LA)
🎙 Presenters: Experts from SiteOne Landscape Supply
💰 Cost: FREE for LRPA Members!

🚨 Bonus: Pre-register today and lunch is on us! Come prepared to work and learn from the best in the business.

👉 Head over to [www.pelicanpark.com](https://www.pelicanpark.com/) or call (985) 626-7997 to secure your spot today!

Happy Mother's Day from LRPA!!💐