Rogue Ranger Radio

Summary: Don Schmidt and Jenna Randar reflect on the parks and places that shaped their childhoods, highlighting how family trips and experiences inspired their careers in outdoor recreation and park management. They share personal stories, recent park expansions, and advice for aspiring park professionals. Keywords: Outdoor recreation, parks, California, Yosemite, Death Valley, park ranger, famil...

Join Don Schmidt, Jenna Randar, and Park Naturalist Katie Garchar as they explore the rich history, diverse ecosystems, and recreational opportunities at Black Diamond Mines Regional Preserve. Discover insider tips for visitors, fascinating facts about the park's mining past, and how to make the most of your visit to this unique California landmark. Keywords: Black Diamond Mines, East Bay Regional...

The conversation delves into outdoor recreation in Northern California, focusing on Auburn State Recreation Area and Mount Diablo State Park. It covers access points, family-friendly activities, and the history of the Auburn Dam and Forest Hill Bridge. The interview with the Superintendent of Auburn State Recreation Area provides valuable insights into the park's features and access points, while...

Keywords: Northern California, outdoor recreation, Sacramento, museums, history, rainy day activities, social media, printmaking, family-friendly, California State Railroad Museum Summary: In this episode, Don Schmidt and Jenna Randar explore outdoor recreation in Northern California, focusing on rainy day museums, particularly the Sacramento History Museum and the California State Railroad Museum...

Summary: In this episode, Don Schmidt and Jenna Randar explore outdoor recreation opportunities in Northern California with Andrew Shipley from the California State Parks Pass Office. They focus on camping, park passes, and reservation systems for both the state and federal parks. They discuss the various types of park passes available, how to make camping reservations, and tips for navigating the...

Summary: In this episode, Don Schmidt and Jenna Randar explore outdoor recreation opportunities in Northern California, from Lassen to Yosemite, focusing on winter activities. They discuss various state parks, hidden gems for snow play, and provide practical travel advice for families looking to enjoy the winter landscape. Takeaways: California has over 280 state parks, each with unique beauty. Pl...

In this episode of Rogue Ranger Radio, hosts Don Schmidt and Jenna Randar discuss winter recreation opportunities in Northern California, focusing on snow parks, their importance, and how to access them safely. They provide insights on permits, costs, facilities, and tips for planning a successful winter adventure. The conversation also covers popular snow play areas, travel safety in winter condi...

We introduce you to the parks of the Grass Valley, Nevada City, and Colfax areas including Empire Mine State Historic Park, South Yuba River State Park, and Malakoff Diggins State Historic Park. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Rogue Ranger Radio 02:07 Exploring Parks and Outdoor Recreation 03:14 Focus on Grass Valley and Surrounding Areas 04:37 Highlighting Empire Mine State Historic Park 05:30 Exp...