
The Parks Podcast will take listeners on a journey to regional, state and national parks around the United States. We will learn why the parks were created and explore planning your own visit to parks.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 69 | Founded | 3 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Places & TravelLeisureSociety & Culture | |||

"I want them to look back and say, 'This was my school'—not just a park I visit."
What if a child’s first classroom wasn’t surrounded by four walls, but by 2,500 acres of wild Maryland landscape? In this episode, host Missy Rentz sits down with Katr... more
Cuyahoga Valley proves that a park doesn't have to be "untouched" to be transformative. Whether you’re there for a high-intensity hike or a quiet glass of wine at a park-hosted vineyard, there is truly something for everyone.
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In this episode of The Parks Podcast, host Missy Rentz sits down with Tara Ross and Nancy Martinz, former National Park Service law enforcement rangers and the creators of the hit podcast Crime Off the Grid.
Forget the salacious horror stories; Tara... more
In this urgent episode of The Parks Podcast, host Missy Rentz sits down with Sam Chadwick, Associate Director of Save The Boundary Waters, to discuss a critical and unprecedented threat to one of Minnesota’s most iconic landscapes.
Despite a 20-year... more
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I like how she makes things approachable, but not basic. I learn a lot and look forward to the next episode!
Excellent episodes. Informative and entertaining. Missy is excellent!
A wonderful and informative podcast. I love all the episodes. Missy is an amazing host
Hearing Shannon talk about KeeKee and her many tips of family travel makes me want to borrow some children and get traveling again! Great show! Useful info and most of all Missy you are making parks accessible and imparting confidence and energy to plan and visit our precious national treasures!! Keep sharing.
Listened to and thoroughly enjoyed the podcast. Little Rock is now on my bucket list thanks to Missy!
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The show consistently centers on parks at multiple scales, weaving history, conservation, and public engagement into its episodes. Topics range from the ethical questions surrounding historic figures and their legacies in public lands to contemporary park issues like governance, visitor access, and community-driven art and policy. A recurring strength is bringing in park managers, historians, and cultural advocates to illuminate how parks shape memory, culture, and outdoor life, often linking behind-the-scenes stewardship to tangible visitor experiences. The format blends scholarly insight with practical tips for visiting and connecting with nature, making it appealing to listeners who want thoughtful context alongside actionable ideas abou... more
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Recent guests on The Parks Podcast include:
1. Katrina Fauss
2. Pamela Barnes
3. Nancy Martinz
4. Sam Chadwick
5. John Garrison Marks
6. PT Lathrop
7. Jenny McCarty
8. Kate Severson
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