Recently my family was discussing two options for a vacation in a few months: the choice was between a place we used to live with lots of commercial activities to do, or a quiet resort town known for its picturesque natural beauty. After lots of discussion, my teen finally reminded Read more…
REC-LEBRITY INTERVIEW Come along to Illinois’ first and only Dark Sky Park, Middle Fork River Forest Preserve. Lisa Sprinkle and Matt Kuntz, of Champaign Country Forest Preserve District, and David Leake, of the Champaign-Urbana Astronomical Society, join Jarrod Scheunemann to discuss the importance of Dark Sky Parks and how they went about receiving the designation in Read more…
Mitchell Fransen, of Pontiac Parks & Recreation Department, and Jarrod Scheunemann talk about water in recreation: Have fun hiking even in wet conditions, plus what to expect when launching a brand new local splash pad. Northville-Placid Trail Upstate New York Have fun hiking even in wet conditions {01:12} Tip #1: Add an Extra Liner to Read more…
Jameel Jones, of Champaign Park District, and Jarrod Scheunemann talk about trends in recreation. {00:52}Q. How is your park district preparing for the minimum wage increase?A.– We have already started making adjustments for our lower-paid staff.– We are also looking at needed long term adjustments.– Looking at both part-time and full-time Read more…
On-location with Joel Dickerson, of Morton Park District, and James Wayne, of Town of Normal Parks and Recreation, to talk all things disc golf while Joel prepares for the 2019 PDGA Disc Golf World Championships. {1:05}Q. Why is disc golf importantA. {1:15} – Rich history in central Illinois.{1:24} – Increasing interest.{1:28} – Get Read more…
BY JARROD SCHEUNEMANN You’ll find yourself lucky when you visit Tunnel Hill State Trail. Enjoy bike trails up to 55 miles through Johnson, Pulaski, Saline and Williamson counties. The namesake of this bike trail is a 545-foot long pitch-black tunnel. Make sure your bike lights are working before you enter! Read more…
What does Judy Miller, of Urbana Park District, feel are the biggest hurdles in environmental education? And what trend is she the most excited about? {1:01}Q. What are the biggest hurdles for environmental education?A. {1:36} – Sharing the message that nature is a part of us.{1:46} – Nature centers staying relevant.{3:39} Read more…
One Minute Wonders Lucky Find: Hidden Acres You’ll find yourself lucky to have found yourself in Hidden Acres. This 28-acre gem of the Champaign County Forest Preserve District offers two short hiking loop trails. In spring, the forest floor is covered in bluebells and many other beautiful wildflowers. In spring, Read more…
Favorite memories. Products revealed. How to schedule a visit with Jarrod. And the CELEBRATION! {0:37}Q. What has been your favorite thing that has happened?A. – Working with you all!– Being requested to speak. {1:26} Q. What is your favorite YouTube memory?A. The conglomeration we did at Conference. {3:07} Campfire Concepts Product Reveal– Hats Read more…
How does Rachel Coventry, of Curtis Orchard, successfully lead a large number of part-time and seasonal staff? {0:49} Q. How many people come to Curtis Orchard in a given year? A. – 5,000 people on a Saturday or Sunday. – 170,000 people annually. {1:17} Q. What are some of the Read more…