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Good Neighbors, Great Parks — right here in Buffalo! There is something pretty special about having the NYSRPS Annual Conference right here in Western New York, and we hope our local parks and recreation community will take advantage of this incredible opportunity to be part of it! The 2026 NYSRPS Annual Conference will take place November 3-6 at the Hyatt Regency Buffalo, bringing together parks, recreation, and therapeutic recreation professionals from communities across New York State. This year’s theme, “Good Neighbors, Great Parks,” is a perfect reflection of the spirit of Buffalo — and we can’t wait to share our city and our community with our colleagues from across the state. Why attend if you’re from Western New York? Because it’s in our backyard! For many of us, attending a statewide conference typically means significant travel, additional time away from home, and overnight accommodations. This year, you can experience a full professional conference right here in'Buffalo — making it easier than ever to participate. Come for the entire conference, choose a shorter option that works for your schedule, or make a day of professional development and networking. There is an option for everyone. Choose the conference experience that works for you: Full Conference Package — Four Days + Three Nights This is the complete conference experience and includes: ° Four full days of conference education e Three nights of hotel accommodations at the Hyatt Regency Buffalo e Breakfasts and lunches ° Awards & Recognition Dinner e All three networking socials e Pre-conference opportunities e Optional off-site experiences Full Conference Package — Without Hotel | Three-Day Pass Want the full conference experience without staying overnight? The three- -day pass includes: e Three full days of conference education e Breakfasts and lunches e Awards & Recognition Dinner e All three networking socials e Hotel accommodations are not included This can be an especially convenient option for our Western NY neighbors who can sleep in their own beds and still experience the heart of the conference! One-Day Pass Can't get away for the full conference? Come for a day! The One-Day Pass gives you: