Episode 01: Lakepoint State Park
In the debut episode of ‘Part-time Parkers,' hosts Rebecca, a nature and wildlife photographer, and Bernie, an avid photographer and spin instructor, introduce their new podcast. They embark on an adventure at Lakepoint State Park in Eufaula, Alabama, attending the annual 'Fins, Feathers, and Flowers' event. The episode details their journey, including the drive, checking in at the lodge, and attending various activities such as conservation fairs, social hours, and educational talks. Highlights include a talk by Master Bird Bander Fred Bassett on hummingbird research and a nighttime hike led by Gulf State Park Ranger Kelly Reetz, which involved listening to nature and spotting spiders using flashlights. The hosts express excitement about upcoming episodes and future adventures in more local, state, and federal parks.
Show Notes:
If you would like to view photos from Lakepoint State Park, please visit our instagram.
https://www.alapark.com/parks/lakepoint-state-park
https://www.alapark.com/parks/gulf-state-park
Fred Bassett fhound@aol.com
http://hummingbirdresearch.net/
http://tiny.cc/xpj7yz (small hummingbird feeders)
Transcript:
00:00 Introduction to Part Time Parkers
00:18 Meet Your Hosts: Rebecca and Bernie
01:11 The Inspiration Behind the Podcast
02:09 Journey to Lake Point State Park
02:30 Checking In and First Impressions
04:42 Meeting the Animal Ambassadors
05:24 Insights from Naturalist Hillary
13:08 Evening Social and Master Bird Bander
20:19 Night Hike Adventure
26:26 Concluding the First Day
27:11 Preview of Day Two
27:28 Closing Remarks
