ParkTalk Podcast

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S26 Episode 03: Winter Wildlife Dec 08, 2021

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Nature Center Manager Angelique Harshman gives insight into the needs and habits of common animals and birds that overwinter in northern Illinois, where to see them, bird feeding tips, and how to look for animal tracks in the snow.

S26 Episode 02: Fireflies Nov 22, 2021

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Dr. Doug Taron, biologist and Chief Curator of the Chicago Academy of Sciences at the Peggy Notebaert Museum, discusses the unique characteristics of fireflies and how to appreciate and protect them.

S26 Episode 01: Sustainability on a Local Level Nov 09, 2021

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Ben Mjolsness, the City of Naperville’s first Sustainability Coordinator, discusses the City’s opportunities for working with local partners to make progress in saving energy, reducing waste and conserving our natural environment on a local level.

S25 - Episode 03: Creative Expansion of the Disc Golf Course Oct 07, 2021

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John Teper and Spencer Huard explain the latest improvements to the disc golf course at Knoch Knolls Park and why they enjoy the sport and this location.

S25 Episode 02 Driving A Cleaner, Greener Fleet Sep 13, 2021

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Lee Meyer, a fleet technician for the Naperville Park District, explains the latest improvements that make the District’s vehicles and equipment cleaner, greener, safer and more efficient.

S25 Episode 01: Everyday Inventions For Better Parks Aug 20, 2021

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John Teper, one of the park operations managers for the Naperville Park District, shares some of the innovations that staff has developed to solve everyday problems. These include a dust shield for a baseball field groomer, a paint mixing station, floating islands of native plants in ponds and more.

S24 Episode 03: Healthy Minds For Senior Adults Jul 28, 2021

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Geriatric psychiatrist Dr. Sachin Bhalerao explains the challenges of isolation for older adults and offers hope and practical advice for those recovering from mental illnesses that may have developed during the COVID-19 pandemic. He also discusses the importance of structure and social contact in maintaining a healthy mind in both good and bad times.

S 24 - Episode 02 - Boosting Mental Wellness Jul 14, 2021

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Gina Sharp, President and CEO of Linden Oaks Behavior Health, comments on the mental health pandemic that has occurred with COVID-19 and gives tips for returning to work, coping with stress, connecting with nature and getting the rest we need.

S24 - Episode 01: Kids, Stress And Mental Health Jun 24, 2021

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KidsMatter is a local nonprofit working to empower kids to realize their purpose, know their value and find their pathway. Executive Director and CEO Nina Menis describes the community resources available to help youth cope with anxiety and emerge stronger from the pandemic.

S23 Episode 02: Gold Star Families Memorial May 25, 2021

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Jennifer Slown and Lew Breese describe the future Gold Star Families Memorial planned for Veterans Park in Naperville, why it's important and how others can help.

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