West Region | Texas Recreation and Park Society

West Region Awards Now Open

Call for Awards Submittals – TRAPS West Region

The Texas Recreation and Park Society (TRAPS) West Region is now accepting submittals for our upcoming awards, to be recognized at the West Region Workshop in Abilene on October 29, 2026.

Do you know a program, project, or individual that deserves recognition for excellence in parks and recreation? Now’s your chance to nominate them!

Submission Window: Open now through October 2nd at 11:59pm

Don’t miss this opportunity to celebrate the outstanding work happening across our region. Submit your nomination before the window closes!

Submit Nominations Here

Parks Professional of the Year Award

Recreation Professional of the Year World

Young Professional of the Year Award

Excellence in Maintenance Award

Excellence In Programming Award

Part-Time/Seasonal Employee of the Year Award

2026 West Region Workshop and Rodeo

Abilene, Texas

Rodeo - October 28
Workshop - October 29

Hotel Information

MCM Elegante’ Suites Abilene
4250 Ridgemont Drive
Abilene, TX 79606

Volunteer Opportunities

Interested in volunteering at the Workshop & Rodeo? Sign up today! Complete the form below to let us know your availability and how you’d like to help.

Sponsorship Opportunities
Now Available

The Texas Recreation & Park Society West Region and the 2026 Planning Committee are seeking sponsors for the 2026 TRAPS West Region events, scheduled for October 28 – 29 in Abilene, Texas.

Sponsorship Brochure
Sponsor Registration Form

2025 West Region Workshop and Rodeo

Thank you to everyone who participated in the 2025 Workshop and Rodeo!
We appreciate your enthusiasm and support in making this year’s event a success.
A special thank-you goes out to our sponsors, whose generosity and partnership make this event possible.