Park Cast by the Illinois Association of Park Districts

Byron Forest Preserve's Executive Director Todd Tucker talks with IAPD's Wayne Utterback about his agency's efforts to adapt to the ever changing needs of the community in the midst of a pandemic.

Champaign County Forest Preserve District Executive Director Mary Ellen Wuellner talks with IAPD's Wayne Utterback about her agency's ability to adjust during a pandemic to bring integral services to her community.

Lake County Forest Preserves Executive Director Ty Kovach talks with IAPD's Director of Communication & Digital Content Wayne Utterback about the increase in visitors that are embracing the outdoors during the pandemic.

IAPD's Director of Communications & Digital Content Wayne Utterback talks with the Forest Preserves of Winnebago County's Executive Director Mike Holan about his agency's response to the pandemic and more.

IAPD's Director of Communications & Digital Content Wayne Utterback, talks with the Forest Preserve District of Kane County Executive Director Monica Meyers for the latest episode of the Park Cast!

IAPD's Director of Communications & Digital Content Wayne Utterback sits down to talk about statistics and internships with IAPD Intern Ian Braud.

IAPD's Director of Communications & Digital Content Wayne Utterback discusses the Board Member Development Program with IAPD’s Director of Public Relations & Membership Engagement.

Illinois Association of Park Districts Director of Communications & Digital Content sits down with a few award winners from the Soaring to New Heights Conference to learn about their accomplishments and how it feels to be recognized for their service. Episode #10 - Honored Professional Award Recipient Jan Arnold from the Park District of Oak Park Episode #11 - Rising Star Award Recipient Ted Schulz, New Lenox Community Park District

Illinois Association of Park Districts Director of Communications & Digital Content sits down with a few award winners from the Soaring to New Heights Conference to learn about their accomplishments and how it feels to be recognized for their service. Episode #10 - Honored Professional Award Recipient Jan Arnold from the Park District of Oak Park Episode #11 - Rising Star Award Recipient Ted Schulz, New Lenox Community Park District

Illinois Association of Park Districts Director of Communications & Digital Content sits down with a few award winners from the Soaring to New Heights Conference to learn about their accomplishments and how it feels to be recognized for their service. Episode #10 - Honored Professional Award Recipient Jan Arnold from the Park District of Oak Park Episode #11 - Rising Star Award Recipient Ted Schulz, New Lenox Community Park District

IAPD's Director of Communications & Digital Content Wayne Utterback talks with Mundelein Park & Recreation District Commissioner and IAPD Board of Trustees Chairman Kevin Dolan about the Soaring to New Heights Conference and what to expect. Music: https://www.purple-planet.com

IAPD's Director of Communications & Digital Content Wayne Utterback talks with IAPD President and CEO Peter Murphy and IAPD’s Director of Education and Conferences Sue Triphahn about the upcoming Soaring to New Heights Conference, which takes place from Jan. 23rd to Jan. 25th.

IAPD Director of Communications & Digital Content Wayne Utterback talks with Jay Womack, one of the recipients of the IAPD's Outstanding Citizen Volunteer of the Year Award, about nature, volunteerism, and engaging with youth.

IAPD Director of Communications & Digital Content Wayne Utterback sits down with Greg Petry, former Waukegan Park District Executive Director, to talk about leadership, history and more.

IAPD's Director of Communications & Digital Content Wayne Utterback talks about the value of art in park districts with former Urbana Park District Executive Director Robin Hall.

IAPD's Director of Communications & Digital Content Wayne Utterback talks about the environmental efforts of The Nature Conservancy with The Illinois Nature Conservancy's State Director Michelle Carr.

IAPD's Director of Communications & Digital Content Wayne Utterback talks with the Decatur Park District's Executive Director Bill Clevenger about new projects, philanthropy, and more!

IAPD's Director of Communications & Digital Content Wayne Utterback talks with IAPD Public Relations Director Bobbie Jo Hill about the Illinois State Fair and Park District Conservation Day.

IAPD Director of Communications & Digital Content Wayne Utterback sits down with IAPD President & CEO Peter Murphy to talk about IAPD's Boot Camp events taking place right now. They discuss the importance of the event and why it is a can't miss learning opportunity for commissioners both new and seasoned.