Who We Are, What We Love, and Why We Think Outside with Marci Mowery and Pam Metzger

Welcome to the inaugural episode of Think Outside! Marci Mowery and Pam Metzger kick things off with an introduction to the podcast and the Pennsylvania Parks and Forests Foundation (PPFF). They also reflect on some of their favorite outdoor adventures!

In Pennsylvania, the outdoors offer more than recreation—they offer renewal. Whether through hiking, cycling, photography, or simply sitting quietly under a tree, Marci and Pam believe that time spent in nature is a boon to your physical, mental, and emotional well-being.

While the mission of the Foundation is to inspire stewardship of state parks and forests, a goal is toto ensure a place and an experience for everyone in the outdoors. As a nonprofit partner to the state’s parks and forests, PPFF empowers people to get involved through volunteering, advocacy, or simply showing up. With 46 Friends Groups across the state, they help protect public lands and make them more accessible for future generations.
marci and pam past silliness Access matters. Nature is not a luxury; it’s public good. And everyone, regardless of background or ability, should have the chance to benefit from it. PPFF champions that belief through everything from infrastructure improvements to educational resources like park guides and fact sheets. Whether you’re seeking solitude, family-friendly trails, or a chance to give back, there’s an entry point for all stages of life.

In a time when so much demands our attention, the outdoors remains a constant—a place to reset, reflect, and reconnect. And thanks to organizations like PPFF, these spaces continue to belong to all of us. Protected. Preserved. And always open.

Key Topics:

The Vision-Mission of the PPFF (01:47)
Take 5 Fridays with Pam (04:06)
About Marci Mowery and Pam Metzger (07:21)
Favorite Outdoor Adventures (15:45)

Resources:

🎧 Listen to the Think Outside Podcast on Spotify, Apple, or your favorite app while on the go! New episodes drop bi-weekly on Mondays, and you may occasionally find a bonus episode, as well!

The Pennsylvania Parks and Forests Foundation inspires stewardship of YOUR state parks and forests through volunteerism, education, recreation, and philanthropy.

Who We Are, What We Love, and Why We Think Outside with Marci Mowery and Pam Metzger

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