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The Space In Between: A Journey with Charles Hutler
Think Outside with the Pennsylvania Parks and Forests Foundation
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“Every park I go to is an adventure.”
Charlie Hutler's journey began with a single visit to Promised Land State Park. Right there, at Pickerel Point’s campground, he caught the park bug! By 2021, via the See ‘Em All challenge, Charlie had visited all 124 state parks and 20 forest districts. He shares his treks on his YouTube channel, "PA Parks Man".
Our host, Marci Mowery, sits down with Charlie to learn about the method to his madness. Rather than treating visits as isolated destinations, he planned them as loops, weaving parks into broader adventures that included historical sites like the Flight 93 Memorial and quirky attractions like Gravity Hills.
Charlie speaks for many out-of-state visitors who are always amazed that visiting Pennsylvania's parks is free, with no entrance or day-use fees. It’s a democratic approach that enables families to redirect resources toward supporting local businesses, museums, and attractions along their routes.
There’s also a huge element of advocacy in Charlie’s journey. His handwritten letters to legislators is a good old-fashioned yet effective step towards protecting these resources. As someone who witnessed both pouring rain and perfect weather at Cowans Gap, Charlie understands that every park visit is an adventure, no matter the conditions one might encounter!
From casual visitor to content creator and advocate, Charlie shows how Pennsylvania's parks cultivate stewardship. His work with the Pennsylvania Parks and Forest Foundation, including appearing at legislative tours, should inspire enthusiasts to amplify their voices to ensure these spaces receive the necessary investment for future generations.
Key Topics:
- Discovering the See 'Em All Challenge (01:02)
- Pickerel Point's Beautiful Design (02:05)
- Creating the PA Parks Man YouTube Channel (03:49)
- Advocacy Through Letter Writing (06:06)
- Planning Visits as Adventure Loops (06:52)
Resources:
· The Pa Parks Man (YouTube channel)
· PA Route 6 (history)
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The Pennsylvania Parks and Forests Foundation inspires stewardship of YOUR state parks and forests through volunteerism, education, recreation, and philanthropy.
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