The CARPD Annual Conference is headed to Lake Tahoe in 2027 (May 26th - May 29th, 2027)! We would like to invite our community of parks and rec industry professionals to take the stage and share their valuable insights with our attendees.  

You are invited and encouraged to submit educational session proposals for the 2027 CARPD Conference by November 30, 2026. 

Session Format & Logistics

• 60-minute speaker sessions.
• Audience includes District Board Members, General Managers, and other District Staff members from throughout California.
• Sessions will be held on Thursday (May 27th) and Friday (May 28th).
• Podium, microphone, screen, and laptop for presentation provided.

Please complete the form below if you would like to be considered to present at the CARPD 2027 Conference.  

Thank you for your interest in helping CARPD make this the best conference yet! Following your submission, the CARPD Conference Committee will meet in December to review and select sessions for the Conference. Those selected will be notified shortly thereafter.

Questions? Please contact CARPD Executive Director, Matthew Duarte, at mduarte@capri-jpa.gov.