Park Leaders Show
Park Leaders connects the wisdom of Park Managers, leaders in the park system, and thought leaders of the business world with up and coming park leaders. This is the show for Park Rangers, Park Managers, and leaders who want to have an impact. Join host Jody Maberry as he talks to park leaders from all over the world.
Episodes
"Too often today everything is tech and screens… but picking up a book, putting on a pair of glasses, and seeing something really cool—it’s inspiring and fun."
Notable Moments:
00:03 – Dave’s early love for camping and the outdoors
04:47 – How 3D photography became part of his storytelling
08:44 – Behind the scenes of the Theodore Roosevelt 3D photo
11:22 – Overview of parks included in the...
“National parks are sacred not because of what we build, but because of what we protect.”
Notable Moments
[00:00:20.320] Introduction of Sacred Landscapes
[00:01:23.010] Sam’s unexpected inspiration to write the book
[00:08:14.120] The emotional transformation of spending years on the road
[00:18:03.540] Nat...
“You don’t have to come from parks to lead in parks. But you do have to embrace the culture, listen, and lead with purpose.”
Notable Moments
[00:02:00] Starting out as a seasonal worker builds a foundation
[00:03:40] Promoting park managers without prior experience
[00:05:18] Success stories of hiring from outside the park syste...
"Storytelling is the bridge between awe and understanding, whether you're in a theme park or a national park."
Notable Moments
01:05 – Bob’s national park road trip that shaped his worldview
05:24 – “Recreation” vs. “Re-creation”: the true power of parks
06:10 – Walt Disney’s advice: walk the park, observe the guests
"When you truly love a place, you do whatever it takes to protect it, even if it takes a decade."
Notable Moments
00:01:04 Meeting Rodrigo and Jose
00:02:03 Rodrigo shares how a simple question sparked conservation
"The only way you're going to save the world is with a damn good story."
Notable Moments
02:13 – Jeff’s origin story: how a zoo letter changed his life
04:47 – Radical collaboration and partnerships across conservation groups
06:31 – Story of Pueblo Patagonia and local leadership in Chile
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“A win in conservation is temporary. You’ll fight for it again. A loss is permanent.”
Notable Moments
[00:01:03] – Why politics and public land are inseparable
[00:04:37] – The impact of the Antiquities Act on land policy
[00:06:57] – South Carolina’s bipartisan approach to land conservation
“Parks protect the land, but just as importantly, they protect the stories that shaped our nation.”
There are a number of ways parks can contribute to the United States’ 250th anniversary. From South Carolina’s rich revolutionary history to the roles western parks can play, this conversation highlights how parks serve as stewards of history, not just nature. Phil joins to share his involvement with sta...
"I'm going to do something that's connected to the national parks or our or a state park near me so that I can use my knowledge and see the real world impact it has. And that way, I never am stuck in class asking, why is this important? Why on earth do I have to learn this?"
Notable Moments
03:02 Parks' Enhanced Virtual Learning Programs
05:30 The Value o...
"We've designed the bathroom to be agnostic to the environment in which it goes. There are certainly other operational considerations the further out you go, but there's really no fundamental limitation as to where we put a throne."
Bathrooms in parks are rarely the focus of innovation, but I was eager to dive into this unexplored territory with guests Jessica Heinzelmann and Fletcher ...
"You have to be ready because change is constant, and you have to be able to adapt and adjust."
As the retired director of South Carolina State Parks and a current professor at Clemson University, Phil Gaines has wisdom on navigating administrative changes in park systems that is invaluable. He joined me to break down the often tumultuous times when new administrations take office...
"Nothing gets done without partners. And in fact, it's way more fun when you get to do it with other people."
Philanthropy is a powerful tool that often goes unnoticed in the world of park management. I have the privilege of diving deep into this with Sarah Unz, Vice President of Community Partnerships at the N...
"They've done studies observing children in a park. They issue the more organized places like a like a soccer field or basketball court, but the kids always end up on the edges where the trees or the brush is just messing around."
Childhood adventures in nature can shape a lifetime of curiosity and exploration. That’s why I was thrilled to chat with Chris Ande...
"After 43 years of doing this, some things didn't sound accurate to me. So I started researching this in in order to to put together a program to go out and really explain what the history of these places are and what is fact and what is fiction."
When was the last time you thought about the history behind our public lands? It's more intricate than many realize. One person that knows that is a veteran leader in the world of parks, ...
"Signs don't do much. It's the educational programs where you're actually talking to people that are the most effective in changing behaviors."
Notable Moments
00:42 Prescott's volunteer-driven, unique park ranger system.
03:26 Code enforcement change to interpretation.
07:07 Leave No Trace signs to improve local campsites.
11:48 Enhance accessibility and safety to attract f...
"As a helper, as a as a compassionate individual, you can get compassion fatigue, physical fatigue, and emotional fatigue because it is devastating."
Resources
https://parkleaders.com/about/
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/theparkleaders/
"By bringing varied backgrounds into conservation careers, we are ensuring our parks represent all of America."
Connect with Doug
Glacier National Park Conservancy
Resources
https://parkleaders.com/about/
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/theparkleaders/
In Glacier National Park...
"I've never been there early enough to see the sunrise, but I've been there late enough to see the sunset. And it does have a really pretty sunset."
Notable Moments
02:04 Common Questions from Visitors
06:33 Importance of Seasonal Training
08:02 Day in the Life of a Park Employee
10:12 Family adventures with bears.
Resources
"The small stuff is where you create that memory or you create an impression that never leaves them. Attention to those little details really matter."
Attention to details isn't just a small matter; it can transform the experience of park visitors. In the latest episode of the Park Leaders Show, Phil Gaines returns for a conversation about why the small stuff Read more
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