NRPA, a national non-profit organization dedicated to advancing park, recreation and conservation efforts, invites professionals to attend the 2014 legislative forum.

The National Recreation and Park Association invites professionals to attend the annual legislative forum in Washington D.C., which will take place March 25 - 26.

NRPA's Legislative Forum is the one time a year park and recreation professionals gather to learn about the impact of federal activities, discuss critical issues with federal policymakers, and share the important role parks play in conservation, health and wellness, and social equity.

This year is shaping up to be a critical legislative year for parks and recreation. In 2014:

• Funding for walking and bike trails expires
• The debate over the future of LWCF begins
• We must protect funding for anti-obesity and health programs