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🌳 Welcome to Episode 156 of The Daily Parks and Rec Show! We’re joined by Matthew Vanderkamp, a seasoned Parks & Rec leader, who shares his inspiring journey from a teen lifeguard in Illinois to becoming a respected recreation leader in Wisconsin. Whether you're a parks professional, student, or career changer, this episode is packed with actionable insights on leadership, internships, youth sports, and work-life balance in Parks and Recreation. 📍 Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro: Live with Matthew Vanderkamp 01:20 - Growing up in Parks & Rec: From Deerfield to Western Illinois 04:58 - First job memories: Swim lessons & burnt pizza 08:45 - Choosing the Parks & Rec college path 11:15 - The value of internships in building a Rec career 17:30 - River Trails Park District: All-in-one hands-on experience 22:05 - Building a career in Gurnee Park District 28:00 - Managing 1,500 kids in youth sports at age 22 33:40 - Creating a coordinator role to survive burnout 38:50 - Current role in Wauwatosa School District Rec 43:15 - Difference between school-based rec & municipal rec 50:00 - Facility access, maintenance, and key partnerships 55:40 - Financial sustainability & leadership lessons 59:10 - Balancing work and life as a rec leader 1:04:10 - Favorite quotes, motivation, and advice for the next generation 1:09:30 - Closing thoughts & big career move announcement 💡 Key Topics Covered: ✔️ Building a career in Parks & Recreation ✔️ Youth sports programming and volunteer management ✔️ School district vs. municipal rec structures ✔️ Internship strategies and onboarding new talent ✔️ Leadership, burnout prevention, and staff development ✔️ Quotes and inspiration for Parks & Rec professionals Enjoyed this episode? 🔔 Like, comment, and subscribe for more interviews with leaders shaping the future of Parks and Recreation. 💬 Share your favorite quote or lesson from Matthew in the comments! #parksandrec #leadership #recreationprofessionals #internships #youthsports #worklifebalance #publicservice #communitydevelopment #leadership #leadershipdevelopment #communityimpact #communitymatters #thedailyparksandrecshow #craigleblanc #thedoorman #parksforall #powerofparks