Staff Lead Highlight: Dan Spaugy
Park Manager, Wesleyan MetroPark
Staff Lead Highlights are a great way for volunteers to get to know our staff and for staff to share their work with volunteers. This month we are pleased to feature Dan Spaugy, Park Manager at Wesleyan MetroPark.
Dan joined Five Rivers MetroParks nearly three years ago, bringing a background in aviation and a lifelong appreciation for the outdoors to his role in park management.
Before joining MetroParks, Dan spent a decade working in Airport Operations and Maintenance and holds a degree in Aviation Management from Bowling Green State University. While his career began on the tarmac, his heart has always been in the parks. "A few years ago, I wanted a change of pace," he shares, " and the main aspect that drew me to this field is my lifelong love for our MetroParks."
Now, as Park Manager at Wesleyan, Dan finds the most rewarding part of his role is seeing the results of hard work reflected in the visitor experience. "When a park patron provides positive feedback on the condition of the park," he says, "it reflects the efforts put in by my staff."
As a Staff Lead of volunteers, Dan believes clear communication and preparation are keys to a positive experience. "The most important aspect of being a Staff Lead is being organized and having a plan with clear directions," he explains. "I find that both have a positive impact on the project and the volunteer experience."
Dan sees volunteers as an essential part of achieving the MetroParks mission, making a noticeable difference at Wesleyan MetroParks. "Throughout the last few years, we have had volunteers on Adopt-A-Park and Make A Difference Day come out to do projects such as spread playground mulch, repair split rail fences, cut down invasive species, and plant native species," Dan says. "They have had a very positive impact on our work." He also gives a special shoutout to Wesleyan's dedicated MVP volunteer, who regularly helps with trash cleanup and trail patrols - Frank Beitel.
We're grateful for Dan's leadership and support of volunteers. His thoughtful approach and appreciation for their efforts help create a welcoming and productive experience for all who lend a hand at Wesleyan MetroPark.
Thank you, Dan, for your outstanding leadership and support of volunteers at MetroParks!
Want to support Wesleyan MetroPark through volunteering? Check out our Park Maintenance and Adventure Central volunteer opportunities or join us at an upcoming Volunteer Open House to learn more about how you can get involved. Click here to RSVP!
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Volunteer Services
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Contact us at volunteer.services@metroparks.org or #937-275-7275.
Your Volunteer Services Team (from left to right)
Allie
Parks & Conservation # (937) 274-3176
Amanda
Ambassador & Special Events, Interim Administration # (937) 277-4109
Yvonne
Outdoor Connections Programming # (937) 277-4147
Jenny
Human Resources Manager of Volunteer Services
Interim: Animal Care & Animal Programming and Court Appointed Volunteer Service # (937) 567-1413
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