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Best Day Ever: The Movie That Will Change How You See the Outdoors (Episode 78)

A six-inch-too-narrow bridge. A community that decided to fix it. Best Day Ever is the film about building the world's first fully adaptive mountain bike trail network — and what happens when the outdoors truly belongs to everyone.

Best Day Ever: The Movie That Will Change How You See the Outdoors (Episode 78)2026-08-27T19:38:56+00:00

National Hammock Day — The Art of Slowing Down with ENO’s Anna Rawlins (Episode 76)

July 22nd is National Hammock Day — and we're celebrating from inside My Hammock Summer. Anna Rawlins of ENO on how to hammock safely, sleep in one, and why a hammock is the best invitation to slow down you'll ever accept.

National Hammock Day — The Art of Slowing Down with ENO’s Anna Rawlins (Episode 76)2026-08-27T19:39:36+00:00

What Playing Outside Teaches Us — Resilience, Mindfulness, and the Gift of Nature (Episode 73)

What we learn playing outside follows us everywhere. Jesse Tubb of GRIT Adventures on resilience, mindfulness, and why nature is the most powerful classroom we have. The Parks Podcast.

What Playing Outside Teaches Us — Resilience, Mindfulness, and the Gift of Nature (Episode 73)2026-08-27T19:40:25+00:00

LGBTQ Outdoors — Finding Community in Nature (Episode 68)

In this episode of The Parks, host Missy Rentz talks with Justin Yoder, founder of LGBTQ Outdoors, about his journey from starting a simple Instagram page to building a nationwide nonprofit dedicated to creating safe, inclusive community spaces in nature.

LGBTQ Outdoors — Finding Community in Nature (Episode 68)2026-09-08T20:43:23+00:00

History and the Parks — Why Telling the Full Story Matters Now More Than Ever (Episode 59)

This episode of The Parks Podcast explores the deep connection between our national landscapes and the stories that define us. Host Missy Rentz sits down with Beth English, Executive Director of the Organization of American Historians (OAH), to discuss why preserving "unvarnished" history is essential for our future.

History and the Parks — Why Telling the Full Story Matters Now More Than Ever (Episode 59)2026-09-08T15:27:23+00:00

Sierra Club Military Outdoors — Nature as Healing for Veterans (Episode 46)

Sierra Club's Military Outdoors program provides our veterans the chance to get outdoors and opportunities for community, camaraderie, and healing.

Sierra Club Military Outdoors — Nature as Healing for Veterans (Episode 46)2026-08-27T19:56:09+00:00

Maryland’s Parks, Forests & Public Lands — A State That Gets It Right (Episode 43)

We talk to Sandi Olek from Maryland Department of Natural Resources and the importance of outdoor recreation in the state. They are hosting the Maryland Outdoor Summit to bring together the industry to discuss Outdoor for All, Recreation with a Purpose, and the Business of Outdoor Recreation. In this episode we learn about how this meeting will impact outdoor recreation through out Maryland and all of the opportunities to get outside in Maryland.

Maryland’s Parks, Forests & Public Lands — A State That Gets It Right (Episode 43)2026-08-27T19:57:50+00:00

National Hammock Day — Everything You Need to Know About Hammocking (Episode 33)

National Hammock Day is June 22nd. We met up with Anna Rawlins from ENO to talk about the history of hammocking, how to do it safely, and why so many people are incorporating hammocks into their lives.

National Hammock Day — Everything You Need to Know About Hammocking (Episode 33)2026-08-27T20:02:32+00:00

Walk, Ride, Paddle: A Life Outdoors with Senator Tim Kaine (Episode 29)

Tim Kaine shares stories from his book "Walk Ride Paddle: A Life Outdoors". The book is filled with stories of his Virginia Nature Triathlon and behind the scenes look at his role as US Senator during a tumultuous time in US History.

Walk, Ride, Paddle: A Life Outdoors with Senator Tim Kaine (Episode 29)2026-08-27T20:15:43+00:00

Echoes of the Badge — Life as a National Park Ranger (Episode 27)

John Goodwin, Retired NPS Ranger and author of "Echoes of the Badge" joins us to talk about his adventures as a park ranger. He also shares some tips for your park visit.

Echoes of the Badge — Life as a National Park Ranger (Episode 27)2026-08-27T20:16:26+00:00

Virginia Outdoor Adventures — Learning to Play Outside with Jessica Bowser (Episode 26)

Jessica Bowser, from Virginia Outdoor Adventures, joins me to talk about planning outdoor adventures and learning new hobbies.

Virginia Outdoor Adventures — Learning to Play Outside with Jessica Bowser (Episode 26)2026-08-27T20:16:35+00:00

The Science of Happiness and the Outdoors — New Happy with Stephanie Harrison (Episode 16)

Stephanie Harrison, creator of The New Happy, is launching her book "New Happy". She joins us to talk about the role nature and parks play in finding happiness.

The Science of Happiness and the Outdoors — New Happy with Stephanie Harrison (Episode 16)2026-08-27T20:21:24+00:00

Family Travel to Parks — Planning Tips with KeeKee’s Big Adventures (Episode 4)

Shannon Jones, CEO & Founder of KeeKee's Big Adventure, will guide us on planning a trip with your family to the parks.

Family Travel to Parks — Planning Tips with KeeKee’s Big Adventures (Episode 4)2026-08-27T20:32:01+00:00

Welcome to The Parks Podcast — Missy’s Story and Why This All Exists (Episode 0)

355 days. A packed car. A burnout she couldn't ignore. Missy Rentz introduces The Parks Podcast — and the year that changed everything. Start here.

Welcome to The Parks Podcast — Missy’s Story and Why This All Exists (Episode 0)2026-08-27T20:33:10+00:00
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