TRAPS 2024 Institute and Expo kicks off at the end of February, and with numerous sessions in full swing, we've made a handy list of events designed to enhance your experience at the conference. 

We've assessed every session, picking out many that span a diverse range of topics. Now, it's up to your team to explore our list and select the ones to attend!

• Skip to Day 1 TRAPS 2024 Educational Sessions (Wednesday, February 28)
• Skip to Day 2 TRAPS 2024 Educational Sessions (Thursday, February 29)

TRAPS 2024 Sessions-Workshops: Day 1 (Wednesday, February 28)

1. Hellooooo: Gen Z is Waiting!

Topic Categories: Public Policy and Advocacy, Community Engagement, Youth
Date: Wednesday, February 28
Time: 11:00AM to 12:00PM
Speakers: Sydney Elliott, Kevin Moore

2. Recruiting in 2024 – It’s Not the Same Ball Game!

Topic Category: Recruitment
Date: Wednesday, February 28
Time: 1:30PM to 2:30PM
Speaker: Susan Welbes

3. Park Tank: Sell Your Parks Like a Shark

Topic Categories: Leadership, Presentations
Date: Wednesday, February 28
Time: 2:45PM to 3:45PM
Speakers: Ann Beck, Matt Young

4. Programming an Outdoor Program for Veterans with Disabilities

Topic Categories: Programming, Disability
Date: Wednesday, February 28
Time: 2:45PM to 3:45PM
Speakers: Mia Macy, Carin Zeman

5. Roll for Initiative – Alternative Forms of Recreation for All

Topic Category: Programming
Date: Wednesday, February 28
Time: 2:45PM to 3:45PM
Speaker: Miranda Maloy

6. Building On and Off Ramps for Success – The Importance of Hellos and Goodbyes

Topic Categories: Leadership, Teambuilding
Date: Wednesday, February 28
Time: 4:00PM to 5:00PM
Speakers: Kate Meacham, Jennifer Robinson

7. EquiTree: Tree Canopy Equity and Resources in the Neighborhoods You Serve

Topic Categories: Restoration, Parks
Date: Wednesday, February 28
Time: 4:00PM to 5:00PM
Speakers: Meredith Tilley, Michael Holinsky

8. Seeing the Forest and the Trees: Investing in a Data-Centric Future

Topic Categories: Data, Decision Making
Date: Wednesday, February 28
Time: 4:00PM to 5:00PM
Speaker: Asher McNicol

9. Special Events: Get Out of the Comfort Zone

Topic Category: Events
Date: Wednesday, February 28
Time: 4:00PM to 5:00PM
Speaker: Jennifer Russell

10. The MINUTE Method: Part 2

Topic Category: Career Growth
Date: Wednesday, February 28
Time: 4:00PM to 5:00PM
Speakers: Sydney Elliott, Jacob Zuniga

You can check out the full TRAPS 2024 Day 1 Educational Session line-up here.

TRAPS 2024 Sessions-Workshops: Day 2 (Thursday, February 29)

10. Allen Strong

Topic Category: Community Support
Date: Thursday, February 29
Time: 9:45AM to 10:45AM
Speakers: Teresa Thomason, Kyle Benedict

11. From Hierarchy to Honesty: Redefining Organizational Culture with Radical Candor

Topic Category: Leadership
Date: Thursday, February 29
Time: 9:45AM to 10:45AM
Speakers: Sydney Elliott, Chris Glover

12. Law & Order: Parks and Rec Unit

Topic Category: Legal
Date: Thursday, February 29
Time: 9:45AM to 10:45AM
Speakers: Carolyn Matthis, Amy Kinkade

13. Novice to Know-It-All: Park and Trail Development 101

Topic Categories: Park and Trail Development
Date: Thursday, February 29
Time: 9:45AM to 10:45AM
Speaker: Lauren Shrum

14. Delivering Exceptional Experience Adding Automation to Customer Engagement

Topic Category: Customer Experience
Date: Thursday, February 29
Time: 11:00AM to 12:00PM
Speaker: Teresa Thomason

15. M&M – Misconceptions and Minorities in Leadership

Topic Category: DEI
Date: Thursday, February 29
Time: 11:00AM to 12:00PM
Speakers: April Garcia, Jason Enriquez

16. Pilot or Passenger? Navigating Your Work-Life Balance

Topic Category: Career Development
Date: Thursday, February 29
Time: 11:00AM to 12:00PM
Speaker: Lexis Taylor

17. A Pathway to a Healthy Infrastructure Plan

Topic Category: Park Planning
Date: Thursday, February 29
Time: 1:30PM to 2:30PM
Speakers: Stacie Anaya, Jose Marines

18. Sports Programming Round Table

Topic Category: Programming
Date: Thursday, February 29
Time: 1:30PM to 2:30PM
Speaker: Joe Guzman

19. 10 Things I Learned From a Foo Fighter Concert

Topic Category: Event Planning
Date: Thursday, February 29
Time: 3:00PM to 4:00PM
Speaker: Donnie Hayes

20. From Camper to Counselor in Training (CIT) to Recreation Professional

Topic Category: Recruitment
Date: Thursday, February 29
Time: 3:00PM to 4:00PM
Speakers: April Garcia, Julia Enriquez

21. Trends in Senior Programming

Topic Category: Programming
Date: Thursday, February 29
Time: 3:00PM to 4:00PM
Speakers: Katie Clines, Latrice Brown

You can check out the full TRAPS 2024 Day 2 Educational Session line-up here.

Wrapping it up:

Good luck at the event! we're hoping you enjoy your time and leave with lots of valuable insights and ideas you can apply.

While there, be sure to swing by booth #700 and meet the Xplor Recreation team!

Here are a few reasons to stop by booth #700:

🎁Enter in a draw to win a Free iPad Air 

🔍See our all-in-one recreation management software in action

📱Get a hands-on experience of our NEW Client Mobile App

🎉Snag yourself some *useful* swag to take home

📸Have a laugh and capture memories with your team at our photobooth!