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		Become a Member Recreation Facility Personnel has been providing training and setting the standards for Alberta's arenas, swimming pools, parks and sportsfields since 1978. With over 1,200 members actively involved in the day-to-day operation and management of Alberta's recreation facilities, we remain on the leading edge of facility maintenance. Our Associate Members provide valuable products and services to recreation facilities and contribute to the development of the recreation industry. Already a member? Click here to login. Member Benefits Besides the educational and networking opportunities available, here are some other reasons to join the AARFP:     • Follow us on Facebook     • Discounted rates for the annual Conference     • Member rates for all Courses     • Free online access to our magazine, Leisure Lines     • Post Jobs & Classified ads     • Opportunity for Scholarships and Awards     • Volunteer Recognition at the Conference     • Networking opportunities with your suppliers In addition, AARFP offers technical support by phone or email during business hours for pretty much any kind of operational situation that comes up. If we can’t provide the answer, we give you the contact info for someone, usually one of the instructors or an Associate member, so you can contact them yourself. Awards Five Student Achievement Awards are presented annually to AARFP members, and are based on top marks for the year. The recipients receive a plaque, free registration to the AARFP conference to accept the award, and a cheque for $250.     • Swimming Pool 1     • Swimming Pool 2     • Arena 1     • Arena 2     • Park & Sportsfield Operator 1 AARFP also offers four other Awards:   Nomination Forms William Metcalfe Award Recognizes an individual, group or organization that has contributed significantly to recreation locally, provincially or nationally. Through their commitment, the award recipient has made a demonstrated difference in recreation, facility operation, management or design. In PDF Online Form Bruce Fowlow Memorial Facility Operator of the Year Award To recognize an individual member or members who are currently operating or managing a facility. Through their day to day actions, the award recipient(s) shows leadership and commitment to recreation in their community. In PDF Online Form Charles Mousseau Associates Award Presented to an Associate Member, for an individual or company demonstrating a positive contribution serving the membership. In PDF Online Form Memorial Plaque -NEW! To honour members who have passed away and have been recognized by fellow members for their contribution to the betterment of recreation. In PDF Online Form Don Moore Scholarship The Don Moore Scholarship is available to any Alberta student completing any year of studies in any recognized post-secondary educational institution within the province. The student must be enrolled in a program offering administrative courses in the operation of recreational facilities.     Nomination Form in PDF     Online Nomination Form				Renew Your Membership Here! Membership Categories The Alberta Association of Recreation Facility Personnel is a provincial organization dedicated to providing excellence in training and professional development for individuals involved in the operation of recreation facilities. Individual Membership     Any individual employed or interested in the field of     recreation facility management or operation.     2012 Fee: $80/yr     Application Form Associate Membership     Any agency or commercial organization having related     objectives and goals to the Association or provide     services and/or products to AARFP members.     2012 Fee: $215/yr     Application Form Facility Membership     We are now offering single Facility Memberships. It is     available to public and private recreation facilities. This     allows five facility staff to become members for one year     for the price of $307 and additional facility memberships     in increments of $307 for each group of five staff.     More Information     2012 Fee: $307/yr     Application Form AARFP offers a Seniors Discount to all our fees. For information, please contact the office at 1-888-253-7544. AARFP has developed Logbooks that are practical, easy to use and allow you to record information and store your records in an orderly and efficient manner. The Association has developed a new manual for our members to assist them from the planning to the finishing stages in the construction of Ball Diamonds. For more information, please click here. Volunteer Recognition This organization would not be the success it is without the dedication of its Board members, Conference Committee members, Long Service members, and other volunteers. AARFP recognizes the various contributions of its volunteers with Volunteer Awards presented at the annual conference.

What's in it for Me? Information: the most up-to-date technological and scientific developments and standards for operation and management are sent to you via our newsletter, "Leisure Lines". Technical and Operational Upgrading: is provided through training courses, available to our members at a reduced cost. Community-based communication: Zone meetings give you the opportunity to communicate with others in your field and discuss local recreation issues. Opportunity to learn: about state-of-the-art information, products and services during our annual workshop, general meeting and trade show. Facility advisory services: are provided through our instructors, Associate members and past and present members of the Executive. Assistance, information and materials on facility operations and recreational issues are made available to all of our members. In addition ...     • Your community will benefit from capable, knowledgeable facility operators that will ensure optimal       safety, comfort, and enjoyment of your recreation facility.     • Managers will benefit from a well-informed staff that remain on the leading edge of industry       standards for excellence.     • Companies providing products and services will benefit through opportunities with the current and       future clients through our functions and publications. Order Your Logbooks Today! We all know the importance of showing due diligence in our operation. Did you know that you have to keep records on your operation for at least 7 years? If you don't have the proper documents and a lawsuit arises, you will have problems. To this end, R.F.P. is selling logbooks. We've taken information from several arenas and pools from around Alberta and developed logbooks that are practical, easy to use and allow you to record information and store your records in an orderly and efficient manner. Each book is full of tips to assist you in your operation. We have logbooks for:     • Ice Thickness     • Refrigeration Readings     • Swimming Pool readings and maintenance. The cost for these books is just $25 each (plus GST and S&H). To order yours, contact the RFP office at 403-851-7626 or call 1-888-253-7544 or e-mail us at office@aarfp.com. We are currently working on logbooks for:     • Ball Diamond Maintenance     • Playground and Skateboards Manual For Sale! The Association has developed a new manual for our members to assist them from the planning to the finishing stages in the construction of "Ball Diamonds". This is an excellent resource for communities or volunteer organizations if they in the process of constructing new ball diamonds or renovating their existing ball parks. The cost per manual is $15.00 plus GST and shipping and handling. Anyone interested in purchasing this new manual may contact the office at 1-888-253-7544 or email at: office@aarfp.com.				Course Sponsors

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