by Jody Maberry
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.
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April 8, 2025
<p data-pm-slice="1 1 []"><strong>"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?"</strong></p> <p data-pm-slice="1 1 []"><strong>Notable Moments</strong></p> <p data-pm-slice="1 1 []">03:02 Parks' Enhanced Virtual Learning Programs</p> <p>05:30 The Value of Learning About Distant Places</p> <p>12:39 Bridging Classrooms and Public Lands</p> <p>17:53 Engaging Park Rangers as Educators</p> <p>24:08 Enhancing Park Visitor Experience</p> <p>26:14 Park Principles for Classroom Management</p> <h3>Connect with James</h3> <p>Order the Book <a href="https://a.co/d/0OI1YRm">The National Park Classroom</a></p> <p><a href= "https://www.nationalparkclassroom.com/">www.nationalparkclassroom.com</a></p> <h3>Resources</h3> <p><a href="http://www.parkleaders.com">www.parkleaders.com</a></p> <p><a href= "https://parkleaders.com/about/">https://parkleaders.com/about/</a></p> <p>Facebook - <a href= "https://www.facebook.com/theparkleaders/">https://www.facebook.com/theparkleaders/</a></p> <p data-pm-slice="1 1 []">Every park holds stories waiting to be told. James Fester, an educator and former interpreter with California State Parks and the National Park Service, returns to discuss the ever-evolving connection between national parks and education.</p> <p data-pm-slice="1 1 []"><a href= "https://parkleaders.com/the-national-parks-classroom/">Read the blog</a> for more on the ways that parks have been successfully integrated into classrooms and the powerful outcomes of such collaborations.</p>
February 18, 2025
<p class="MsoNormal"><strong>"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."</strong></p> <p data-pm-slice="1 1 []">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 Wilson from Throne Labs. Together, they are revolutionizing bathrooms, transforming them from mundane necessities into seamless, data-driven experiences for park visitors. <a href= "https://parkleaders.com/rethinking-park-restrooms/">Read the blog</a> for more from this episode about how they are helping rethink park restrooms.</p> <p data-pm-slice="1 1 []"><strong>Notable Moments</strong></p> <p>06:21 Rethinking Bathroom Infrastructure</p> <p>08:04 User-Driven Feedback Systems to Ensure Cleanliness </p> <p>11:16 Addressing the Needs of Women and Families</p> <p>15:57 Creating a Quick, Hassle-Free Bathroom Solutions</p> <p>20:20 Smart Bathrooms Enhance Experience and Opportunities</p> <p>22:29 Automated Park Lockdown System</p> <p class="MsoNormal"><strong>Connect with ThroneLabs</strong></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><a href= "https://thronelabs.co/">ThroneLabs.com</a></p> <p class="MsoNormal">LinkedIn <a href= "https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessica-heinzelman-46885215">Jessica Heinzelman</a> </p> <p class="MsoNormal">LinkedIn <a href= "https://www.linkedin.com/in/fletcher-wilson-a216a16">Fletcher Wilson</a></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><strong>Connect with Jody</strong></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><a href= "http://www.jodymaberry.com/">www.jodymaberry.com</a></p> <p class="MsoNormal">About Jody - <a href= "https://jodymaberry.com/about-jody-maberry/">https://jodymaberry.com/about-jody-maberry/</a></p> <p class="MsoNormal">Instagram - <a href= "https://www.instagram.com/sugarjmaberry">https://www.instagram.com/sugarjmaberry</a></p> <p class="MsoNormal">LinkedIn - <a href= "https://www.linkedin.com/in/jodymaberry/">https://www.linkedin.com/in/jodymaberry/</a></p> <p class="MsoNormal">Facebook - <a href= "https://www.facebook.com/sugarjmaberry/">https://www.facebook.com/sugarjmaberry/</a></p> <p class="MsoNormal">Twitter: <a href= "https://twitter.com/jodymaberry">https://twitter.com/jodymaberry</a></p> <p> </p>
January 28, 2025
<p data-pm-slice="1 1 []"><strong>"You have to be ready because change is constant, and you have to be able to adapt and adjust."</strong></p> <p data-pm-slice="1 1 []">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. Transitions can be tough. Read the blog to hear how more on our conversation about strategic planning and adapting to new leadership in the park system.</p> <h3>Resources</h3> <p><a href="http://www.parkleaders.com">www.parkleaders.com</a></p> <p><a href= "https://parkleaders.com/about/">https://parkleaders.com/about/</a></p> <p>Facebook - <a href= "https://www.facebook.com/theparkleaders/">https://www.facebook.com/theparkleaders/</a></p> <p> </p>
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