Accessing the Great Outdoors with Paul Jahnige, Director of the Massachusetts Office of Outdoor Recreation

Accessing the Great Outdoors with Paul Jahnige, Director of the Massachusetts Office of Outdoor Recreation

Author: Ann Gisinger April 22, 2024 Duration: 24:58

Happy Earth Day! Today’s episode focuses on the importance of outdoor recreation for health, both physical and mental, for creating a closer connection to the natural environment, and in supporting economic growth. In recognition of the importance of outdoor recreation, Massachusetts established an Office of Outdoor Recreation (MOOR) to elevate and enhance outdoor recreation across the state. This episode features Paul Jahnige, the first Director of MOOR, and a discussion of his plans and priorities for the Office.

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Links from the episode:

Massachusetts Office of Outdoor Recreation Website: https://www.mass.gov/orgs/the-massachusetts-office-of-outdoor-recreation

Press Release announcing Paul’s appointment: https://www.mass.gov/news/healey-driscoll-administration-names-director-of-massachusetts-office-of-outdoor-recreation.

Press Release announcing grant funding to improve equitable access to outdoor recreation events: https://www.mass.gov/news/healey-driscoll-administration-announces-167000-in-grants-to-support-inclusive-and-accessible-outdoor-recreation

Where to find Paul:

Paul’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-jahnige-021b5ba/

Northeast Public Radio interview with Paul: https://www.wamc.org/news/2023-09-12/paul-jahnige-named-first-director-of-ma-office-of-outdoor-recreation

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