2023 WRAPS Awards & Scholarship Winners (Click Here):
2023 Camp Meeting with Department of Health
Webinar on “2023 Trends in Parks & Recreation” with WRAPS very own Bob Kaczmarek. Please click on the link below to register: https://bit.ly/2023TrendsWebinar
Any questions, please reach out to Bob at rkaczmarek@scarsdale.com Zoom WRAPS Meeting- “We’re Hiring”- As we head into the busier season join us as we discuss how to navigate the evolving ways to recruit and hire part time seasonal employees- Speaker- Allison Krabill, Executive Director of the Summer Camp Society.
Video of the meeting can be found on our facebook page. Slide show presentation: 
COMING OCTOBER 13 to a podcast near you is a new show featuring our own Bob Kaczmarek (Scarsdale Parks, Recreation and Conservation)!
Parks & Rec Unplugged with Farrell Buller and Bob Kaczmarek The NEW Parks & Rec Unplugged Podcast is a show designed to recognize the amazing professionals & celebrate the fields that is Parks, Recreation, Arts, Culture and Heritage. Listeners will enjoy a relaxed intimate “Coffee House” vibe as the hosts strive to entertain, engage, and inform all that tune in to each broadcast. Each bi-monthly show will feature topics and discussions that are currently relevant to todays professional. Every broadcast will highlight a professional, program, department, community, vendor, or elected official that is truly enhancing the field through their contributions www.nationalgrassrootsmedia.com/shows/parks-and-rec-unplugged/and efforts. Please see the attached graphic and I hope you can all tune in. 
WRAPS Fantasy Football League 2022 - LEAGUE IS FULL! GOOD LUCK!
League Format: PPR Scoring Rules Teams: 12 (play solo, draft with a team or department) Fee: $150 per team Roster size: 1 QB, 2 RB, 3 WR, 1 TE, 1 FLEX, 1 D/ST, K, 6 BENCH LIVE DRAFT Saturday, September 3 around 12pm…Location TBD Someone from your team MUST be able to draft in-person on day of draft Payouts Half to WRAPS 1st - $550 2nd - $200 3rd - $150 If you are interested in participating in the WRAPS Fantasy Football League please RSVP by Friday, August 12th 3pm to Gbean@ryeny.gov with a team name, personal email of manager, players on your team and how many will be attending the live draft. League is limited to 12 teams. Once all 12 teams are confirmed, payment will be accepted. Payments must be made prior to the draft Saturday, September 3rd Payment Options:
P.O. Box 152 Valhalla, NY 10595 If you are not interested in drafting or being in the league, you are more than welcome to come join the festivities. Please email Greg that you will be coming and how many people you plan to come with. Once the details about the festivities on September 3rd we will send them out! 
2022 WRAPS Camp Meeting with the Department of Health
WRAPS Monthly Meeting: March 24th 12:00pm
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion - How to make it work in Recreation & Parks Bedford Hills Community House, 74 Main Street, Bedford Hills, NY 10507 $10 Members/$12 Non-Members RSVP by Friday, March 18th to: sveltidi@eastchester.org 
Poker Run 2021 t-shirts for sale. Complete with clear draw string bag and sunglasses (as shown). Shirt sizes XL only. $5.00. Venmo @WestRec-Society. Email Matt Arone at marone@sleepyhollowny.org if you want one. Only 9 remaining.
The WRAPS Super Bowl Fundraiser has begun.
20 per square. Prizes are as follows: 100 for 1st quarter, 400 for half time, 100 for 3rd quarter and 1,000 for final score. 400 will go to WRAPS to help our awards & scholarship committee provide scholarships and fellowships to our members. The big game isn't until February 13th, but get your box soon before it's too late. Here's how to secure your square(s): 1) Contact Matt Arone at (914) 366-5109 or marone@sleepyhollowny.org to choose your space(s). He will write your name in each box you want. 2) Make a payment. Entry fees: Deliver to Matt in person, pay by check made out to “WRAPS” (can be mailed to PO Box 152 in Valhalla, NY 10595), or pay via Venmo. Our Venmo is @WestRec-Society. All payments must be received before the game or your name will be removed from your space. Numbers will be drawn the week of February 6th (once all 100 squares are accounted for). You’ll be notified of your numbers before the game on the 13th of February. Thanks for your interest. 
Thank you to Rye Rec and Ricky Dirago for putting this wonderful video together! Please click on the link below to view it!
http://ryeny.v3.swagit.com/videos/139796 
DOH DAY CAMP ZOOM MEETING 6/3-
Below is the link to the June 3rd Zoom meeting regarding the updated COVID guidelines. Please type in the passcode to access the recording. https://zoom.us/rec/share/0ZP_ZqaamIEYzsNEZH2rbuV94KNv3eFEAosvYcPBDWIv66gSBHVUQ9GD37pM0nh_.3tp3uzE65Lj36pT3 Passcode: 29E@$XkS 
DOH DAY CAMP ZOOM MEETING-
Below is the link and password for the recording of the Camp Workshop. Topic: Westchester County Camp Workshop 2021 Start Time : Apr 28, 2021 01:07 PM Meeting Recording: https://zoom.us/rec/share/i_nUEBbCrVmX-iPF_OTYICYNY3TNWvkpMTYs-bLndl477wTreJyZHj3wtULG4EuS.LmNGxU41CbFXQhqF Access Passcode: +v!hFs1e Thank you again to the Camp Workshop Committee for putting this presentation together. ENTERTAINERS SHOWCASE! WATCH THE VIDEO AND SUPPORT OUT ENTERTAINERS!
Video Here: CLICK HERE Entertainers Brochure:
Green-terns
Westchester Parks Foundation engages the public to advocate for and invest in the preservation, conservation, use, and enjoyment of the 18,000 acres of parks, trails, and open spaces within the Westchester County Parks system. We believe everyone deserves access to a safe, clean, thriving park, and we encourage stewardship and cultivate pride in our green spaces. Our programs and activities are focused on enhancing our park system and the experience of the community within them. The Volunteer Program is integral to WPF’s mission, leading groups of all sizes through our stewardship initiatives. Since 2015, we have hosted over 12,000 individuals and given over 35,000 hours of service to the park system through our volunteer program. Our Green-terns will focus on invasive plant removal. Volunteers will learn and witness the benefits of invasive plant removal for the environment and surrounding native plant life through first-hand experience. Volunteers will also gain skills using hand tools and a general understanding of invasive species management and their impact on our park system. Invasive plants are an issue throughout the County because they compete with native organisms, reduce biodiversity and alter habitats. Qualifications: • Excellent communication skills • Comfort working in a team-oriented environment • Ability to load/unload tools and supplies to and from events in our truck Personal Qualities: • Positive, professional and accommodating attitude • Ability to interact with all levels of staff and members • High level of integrity • Access to a reliable personal vehicle Build your resume! Join us Saturdays in February & March, County Wide Please contact Erin@thewpf.org to join our team! Yes, the tradition of Downstate continues online!
November 9th - December 11th. 5 full weeks of sessions are planned, each week hosted by one of Downstate's Affiliate organizations; Westchester Recreation and Parks Society (WRAPS), Hudson Valley Leisure Services Association (HVLSA), New York State Therapeutic Recreation Association (NYSTRA), Metropolitan Recreation and Park Association (METRO), and the New York State Recreation and Park Society (NYSRPS). While the in-person one day gathering will not be celebrated, this year's multi-week conference will offer incredible professional development opportunities (CEUS), networking opportunities and camaraderie. THE FULL CONFERENCE PROGRAM IS NOW AVAILABLE! Register for the sessions you would like to attend. Purchase CEUs for the Downstate Conference now or visit the Downstate Conference page. Holiday Programming PowerPoint - October Zoom Meeting
CDC Cleaning Recommendations - Playgrounds
Please following the following link for cleaning recommendations that we can use in our own facilities: CLICK HERE WRAPS ZOOM MEETING - SUMMER WRAP UP
WRAPS GOLF FUNDRAISER 2020
WRAPS ZOOM MEETING - WHAT WILL RECREATION LOOK LIKE AFTER COVID-19?
WRAPS ZOOM MEETING - DOH CAMPS/POOLS
Guidance For Resuming On-Site Senior Center Operations | NCOA: CLICK HERE
WRAPS ZOOM MEETING - SENIORS
WRAPS SWEARING IN OF NEW OFFICERS
WRAPS ZOOM MEETING - WHAT NOW?
WRAPS ZOOM MEETING - PLAY BALL!
WRAPS ZOOM MEETING - POOLS
WRAPS ZOOM MEETING - CAMPS
2018 Let's Play It Foward Event Photos:The 50 most meaningful jobs in America...Did Recreation Make the cut? Click the link button below to find out!!!!
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2024 Welcome Back BBQ:
2024 Awards & Scholarship Luncheon:
2023 WRAPS Holiday Luncheon:
2023 WRAPS Vendors Luncheon:
2022 WRAPS Holiday Luncheon:
2022 WRAPS Past Presidents Luncheon:
WRAPS representing in Saratoga at the NYSRPS Conference:
2021 WRAPS Past Presidents Luncheon
at J.P. Doyle's Restaurant, Sleepy Hollow: 
2019 WRAPS HOLIDAY PARTY
Crabtree's Kittle House 2019 PAST PRESIDENTS LUNCHEON
at Hudson Social - Dobbs Ferry 
WRAPS END OF SUMMER BBQ
Pierson Park, Tarrytown 
2018 Holiday Luncheon
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Saturday in November 4th, 2017
Time: NOON – 5 P.M.
FEE: $80 Per Team – 4 Person teams (register as a pair for $40 and be paired with another duo)
The top three poker hands will receive prizes:
First place winners will be awarded a $400 cash prize to split amongst their team.
A BONUS PRIZE – To the team with the Most “Creative” Team Uniforms showing team spirit.
PLEASE MAKE CHECKS PAYABLE TO: WRAPS
Each team will be given a map and the list of 5 bars to visit that are in walking distance. Speed is not important in this event! Each team will pick one card from the deck at each location. You must visit all five locations within that time frame. All cards are to be brought back the last bar on the map by 4:30 p.m. in the sealed envelope; seals that are broken will disqualify the team.
Time: NOON – 5 P.M.
FEE: $80 Per Team – 4 Person teams (register as a pair for $40 and be paired with another duo)
The top three poker hands will receive prizes:
First place winners will be awarded a $400 cash prize to split amongst their team.
A BONUS PRIZE – To the team with the Most “Creative” Team Uniforms showing team spirit.
PLEASE MAKE CHECKS PAYABLE TO: WRAPS
Each team will be given a map and the list of 5 bars to visit that are in walking distance. Speed is not important in this event! Each team will pick one card from the deck at each location. You must visit all five locations within that time frame. All cards are to be brought back the last bar on the map by 4:30 p.m. in the sealed envelope; seals that are broken will disqualify the team.
The 2017 Poker Run was so much fun, even Jay Leno showed up to see what all the fuss was about!!!!!
Camps Cares
About Hunger Campaign
Video above was created by the Village of Mamaroneck Day Camp
In an effort to fight hunger in Westchester County WRAPS launched a “Camps Care About Hunger” campaign. Expanding on efforts from year to year we ask camps to take part in an effort to help feed the hungry.
Our goal is to help feed those in need while promoting our departments and our profession. Hopefully through all of our efforts we will continue to help make an impact in someone’s life that goes beyond the fields or studios.
To participate camps simply:
• Pick a date that works best for you
• Select a food bank/pantry or soup kitchen you wish to support
• Insert your departments name and the benefactor of your choice in flyer provided
• Copy and distribute the flyer
• Collect the items
• Deliver them to the benefactor of your choice
Our goal is to help feed those in need while promoting our departments and our profession. Hopefully through all of our efforts we will continue to help make an impact in someone’s life that goes beyond the fields or studios.
To participate camps simply:
• Pick a date that works best for you
• Select a food bank/pantry or soup kitchen you wish to support
• Insert your departments name and the benefactor of your choice in flyer provided
• Copy and distribute the flyer
• Collect the items
• Deliver them to the benefactor of your choice