Everybody's National Parks

Description: Danielle first talks with Sally Hurlbert, who has been with the National Park Service in Shenandoah for 21 years. Sally describes the layout of the park (0:52), the four types of hikes available and recommended hikes (2:28), other activities available (12:34), who visits the park (16:21), volunteer opportunities (19:04) and relationship with the community (19:55). Danielle’s second guest is her good friend Amy, who frequently camps and hikes in Shenandoah National Park with her husband and 8-year-old son (26:08). They talk about why she loves Shenandoah (26:28), hiking tips with young children (27:26), describes her favorite hikes (28:21), how to keep kids motivated and engaged on long hikes (35:14), camping (37:08), and a colonial-themed cookout (40:52). Related Links: Shenandoah National Park https://www.nps.gov/shen/index.htm Ranger Programs https://www.nps.gov/shen/planyourvisit/rangerprograms.htm Special Events https://www.nps.gov/shen/planyourvisit/special_events.htm Guide to Shenandoah