Park Leaders Show : Park Ranger | National Park | State Park | Leadership

 "Every park has trees and trails. What makes people come back is you." Notable Moments [00:03:05] – Starting the keynote, the outhouse story that sparked an award [00:07:24] – Transition from financial analyst to ranger life [00:14:07] – Pandemic pressure and park visitation boom [00:19:02] – Shifting from surviving to thriving post-2020 [00:26:49] – Importance of all roles: field and office [00:30:01] – Why park staff are the defining feature of any park [00:33:20] – Difference between “learned” and “earned” park stories [00:38:27] – Parks’ impact on quality of life, not just economy [00:42:41] – Michigan’s leadership in innovation and conservation [00:47:44] – The importance of gatherings like in-service Jody Maberry delivers his full keynote from the Michigan DNR in-service gathering, reflecting on the theme “Back to the Future of Parks.” He shares memorable stories and lessons from his time as a park ranger, during the pandemic, and how park professionals can shape the future of outdoor spaces. With hum