IPRA will be using this page to share important resources addressing the COVID-19 virus and its impact on our parks & recreation programs, predominantly the professionals and participants that make up our wonderful, active communities.
We are continuing to monitor the situation in order to provide the best guidance possible for all of our members. We will be following all information and best practices put forth by public health authorities such as the Center for Disease Control (CDC), World Health Organization (WHO), American Public Health Association (APHA), and the Indiana State Department of Public Health (ISDH), as well as parks and recreation specific information shared by the NRPA.
Join us on IPRAConnect to discuss COVID-19. We have created a group dedicated to COVID-19.
Coronavirus (COVID-19) Resources:
Newest COVID-19 Information -
CDC - Holiday Celebrations and Small Gatherings
CDC - Travel during the COVID-19 Pandemic
Indiana Executive Orders-
To View All Indiana Executive Orders
Indiana Back on Track update Chart
Excerpts from Indiana Executive Order 20-28
Indiana Back on Track - Road Map to Safely Reopen Indiana
Our Principles to Get Back on Track
Indiana State Department of Health
Answer the Call - Contact Tracing Information
11/23 - Hamilton County to implement its own set of COVID-19 restrictions
New Restrictions Ordered by Governor 11/11
COVID-19: When a student, faculty or staff member can return to school (updated 8/27/20)
Parent COVID-19 Daily Screening Tool (English) (updated 8/27/20)
COVID-19 Screening Decision Tree (updated 8/27/20)
Quarantine guidance for families (updated 8/26/20)
Quarantine guidance for Higher Education (updated 8/26/20)
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Contact Tracing FAQ
- Back to School FAQ
- Information for Travelers
- Food Safety Guidance
- COVID-19 Guidance for businesses and employees
Preparation for a COVID-19 Positive Student/Staff: K-12 Schools (updated 8/17/20)
Cafeteria and Food Service FAQ (updated 8/15/20)
Clinics, Transportation and Miscellaneous FAQ (updated 8/15/20)
Close contact reporting and tracking tool (updated 8/15/20)
From the School Nurse - Mask Up 101
Preparation for Positive Test- Higher Education
Back to School Health Recommendations (Updated 8/3/20)
Attendance, Waivers, and Immunizations (Updated 8/3/2020)
Cafeteria and Food Service FAQs (Updated 8/3/2020)
Clinics, Transportation, and Misc. Questions (Updated 8/3/2020)
Contact Tracing/Testing/Social Distancing/Quarantine Return to School (Updated 8/3/2020)
Masks and PPE in Schools (Updated 8/3/2020)
COVID-19 One Stop Shop Toolkits
3 Key Steps to Take While Waiting for Your COVID-19 Test Results (Updated 8/3/2020)
Event Planning & COVID-19: Questions and Answers
When a student, faculty or staff member can return to school
Indianas Considerations for Learning and Safe Schools In Class
IN Health Department: Environmental Steps to Reduce Indoor COVID-19 Transmission
COVID-19 Response Recommendations for Pools and Aquatics Facilities
ISDH Changes to the Campground Rule
IN COVID-19 and Public / Semi-public Swimming Pool Closures
Guidance for Wearing Face-Coverings in Public
From the White House Resources -
The President's Coronavirus Guidelines
Guidelines of Opening Up America Again
Breakdown of Guidelines of Opening Up America Again
Summer Camp Resources -
ACA - Camp Operations Guide Summer 2020
CDC - Updated considerations for Youth and Day Camp 5.19.2020
CDC - Considerations for Youth Sports
CDC Interim Guidance for Administrators of US K-12 Schools and Child Care Programs
ACA COVID-19 – Resource Center for Camps
ACN Communicable Disease Management in the Camp Setting
ACN Communicable Disease Plan (CDP)
INTRODUCING VIRTUAL SPORTS CAMPS FOR KIDS
RedWoods Institute Summer Camp Training
IN - “Youth Employment” Law Changes
Indiana COVID-19 and Childcare Guidance
American Camp Assoc. COVID-19 Health and Wellness Resources
Camp Nurse Considerations for COVID-19 and camps
Gov. of Alaska COVID-19 Mandate on Childcare and Day Camps
Washington Township Park Summer Day Camp Programs
Washington_Twnsp._Communicable_Disease_Plan.docx
Sample_Health_Information_Form.xls
Cleaning & Safety Equipment -
How to reopen and promote safe use of playgrounds
Stand-alone Temperature Reading Kiosk
Instock - Disposable KN95 Particulate Respirator Mask – 50/Box
Midstate Recreation Sanitizing Station
Burke - Cleaning & Sanitizing Your Playground
Virex II 256 Disinfectant Cleaner
Botanical Disinfectant Solution
Matrix - Disinfecting Fitness Equipment Recommendation
Miracle Cleaning and Sanitation Statement
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Resources - 
Cases of Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) in the U.S.
UPDATED 5-27-20 CDC Considerations for Public Pools, Hot Tubs, and Water Playgrounds During COVID-19
UPDATED 5-27-2020 CDC COVID-19 Employer Information for Office Buildings
CDC When You Can be Around Others After You Had or Likely Had COVID-19
CDC - Visiting Parks and Recreational Facilities
LEAKED CDC proposed Guidelines for Opening Up America Again
CDC - Schools and Child Care Programs
- CDC - Workplace Decision Tree Infographic
- CDC - Restaurants & Bars Decision Tree Infographic
- CDC - Mass Transit Decision Tree Infographic
CDC - Cleaning and Disinfecting Your Facility
NPR - CDC Guidance For Reopening Schools, Child Care And Summer Camps Is Leaked
CDC Extended Hot Tub/Spa Closures
CDC Resources for Parks and Recreational Facilities
CDC Guidance for Building Water Systems
CDC - Cleaning and Disinfecting Community Facilities
CDC - Guidance for Park Administrators
CDC COVID-19 Situation Summary
CDC Coronavirus Disease Information Hub
CDC Environmental Cleaning and Disinfection
CDC COVID-19 and Water Transmission
CDC Guide to Making Hand Washing Solution with Bleach
CDC Proper Operations for Public Pools
Cleaning & Disinfecting Playground Equipment
Preventing Spreading in Communities
Children and Coronavirus Disease 2019
CARES Act Information -
Families First Coronavirus Response Act: Employer Paid Leave Requirements
Families First Coronavirus Response Act: Employee Paid Leave Rights
Families First Coronavirus Response Act: Questions and Answers
CARES Act Information: Forgivable Loans With Paycheck Protection Program
Payroll Credits and Deferral Options Provide Much Needed Relief
World Health Organization Resources -
World Health Organization Rolling Updates
Methods for Detection, Prevention, Response & Control
American Public Health Association Resources -
APHA Applauds House Legislation
National Recreation and Parks Association Resources -
NRPA - CDC Offers Guidance on Summer Youth Programs During COVID-19
New Recommendations from NRPA on beaches, farmers markets, dog parks, etc.
NRPA - Staff Training and Measures to Protect Staff and Public
NRPA - Triage, Transition, Transformation
NRPA - Park and Recreation Professionals Are Essential — and We Have Permission to Dream
NRPA - The Essential Need for Park
- Creation of Cross-Sector Recovery Team
- Meeting Essential Public Health Indicators
- Assessing the Risk of Spaces, Facilities, and Programs
- Centering Health Equity in Recovery Efforts
- Parks Snapshot Survey
- NRPA Agency Performance Review
- Weekly Wrap Up
NRPA - Centering Health Equity in COVID-19 Response and Recovery Plans
NRPA - The Importance of Collaboration During COVID-19 — May Bonus Episode
NRPA - Virtual In-Service: What it Means and How it Works
NRPA - Aquatics Programming Goes Digital
A Park Planner’s Perspective on the COVID-19 Pandemic
Coronavirus: What Impact Will COVID-19 Have on Parks and Recreation?
Keeping a Safe Physical Distance in Parks and on Trails During the COVID-19 Pandemic
FEMA Emergency Declaration: Public Assistance for COVID-19 Financial Impacts
Continuity Planning and Emergency Management
How to Communicate to Your Public About Safe Use of Parks
CDC’s Face Covering Recommendation — Implications for Parks and Recreation
Self-Care in Uncertain Times: Boosting Staff Morale and Managing Stress During COVID-19
Park and Recreation Sites That Operate USDA Child Nutrition Programs
NRPA's Statement on Playgrounds and Play Structures During COVID-19 Pandemic
Joint Statement on Using Parks and Open Space While Maintaining Physical Distancing
Tips for Helping Older Adults Maintain Good Health at Home
What Does #PhysicalDistancingInParks Look Like?
Protecting Child Health and Wellbeing During COVID-19
NRPA News & Resources for the Field
NRPA Statement on Coronavirus Disease 2019