Straight from Stark Video Series: Episode 19 with Stark Parks

In episode 19 of Straight from Stark, hear from Jared Shive, public relations coordinator of Stark Parks, about how the pandemic brought many new and returning visitors to its network of 15 parks and 120 miles of hiking, biking and equestrian trails.

In this five-minute episode, you'll learn about:

• the sense of normalcy residents experienced as they safely enjoyed the parks during the chaos of the pandemic
• socially-distant and engaging activities including scavenger hunts, challenges and new outdoor adventures
• how our community stayed connected through sharing images on social media
• ways nature's renewing and healing capabilities help maintain mental health during this challenging time

To learn more about Stark Parks' events, parks and trails or volunteer opportunities, click here.

About Straight from Stark
Straight from Stark is a new video series where you will hear directly from dynamic leaders in our community about how their organizations are creatively continuing their services and making a difference.

Catch up on other Straight from Stark episodes on our YouTube channel.