Becky Talks Parks: Parks & Recreation Podcast For Passionate Professionals

In today's world of constant connection to technology and a changing global climate, it is more important now more than ever to connect youth to the outdoors, especially at a young age.  The steps taken to do so can have lifelong impacts, not just for those youth, but for the world. In this episode, Dave Herpy and Becky talk about:  Why connecting to the outdoors at a young age is important.  Why getting youth outdoors helps promote future conservation.  How parents and caregivers can help connect their children to the outdoors. Dave Herpy is NC 4-H Camping Specialist and Adjunct Lecturer of Parks, Recreation and Tourism Management at NC State University, as well as a freelance writer. He has over 23 years of experience with camps as a camp counselor, camp director, and camping specialist. His greatest adventure in life is being a father of four and sharing his passion for camp with his own children. He can be reached via email djherpy@ncsu.edu or follow him at explorenc.travel.blog.