Voices of Open Space

Voices of Open Space

Boulder County Parks and Open Space

Episodes 17
Avg. Duration 43m
Activity Moderate
Apple Rating 5.0 (11)
Since May 2025
Latest Episode Feb 2026

Publishing Details

Schedule
Every 2 Weeks
Format
Episodic
Consistency
68%
Hosting
anchor.fm

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About This Podcast

Welcome to the Boulder County Parks & Open Space Podcast — a storytelling series that explores the heart of our open spaces and the people who care for them. Through conversations with experts, volunteers, staff, authors, and community members, we shine a light on the work of conservation, sustainability, and community stewardship. Each episode brings to life the values, challenges, and triumphs behind preserving and managing our public lands while fostering deeper connections between people and place.

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Recent Episodes

S1E17 Tale Feathers: Winter 2026

Feb 12, 2026 42m

In this winter episode of Tale Feathers, host Eva Lark explores the joy of birding in every form, from “yard lists” to big community bird walks, and how paying attention to birds can help us feel…

S1E16 OSCAR: Amplifying the Power of Nature for a Sustainable, Just, and Resilient Boulder County

Jan 15, 2026 49m

Sustainability, climate action, and resilience are more than buzzwords in Boulder County. They are a shared commitment and a roadmap for what comes next.In this episode of Voices of Open Space, host…

S1E15 Turning the Pages Together: Boulder Bookstore’s Legacy & Top Books of 2025

Dec 18, 2025 54m

What makes an independent bookstore thrive for over 50 years? Step into one of Boulder’s most beloved cultural landmarks.In this episode of Voices of Open Space, host Eva Lark sits down with two…

S1E14 Tale Feathers: Fall 2025

Dec 04, 2025 36m

Did you know cormorants can dive over 100 feet underwater? Or that the Christmas Bird Count has been going strong for 125+ years?In this second episode of Tale Feathers, Eva Lark is joined by Lauren…

S1E13 Plant Blindness

Nov 20, 2025 1h 6m

Have you ever heard of the phenomenon called plant blindness?Most people haven’t—and yet it shapes the way we understand nature, conservation, and even our own backyard.Boulder County is home to more…

S1E12 Leaders in the Making: Inside the Left Hand Outdoor Challenge

Oct 30, 2025 31m

This episode takes you inside the Left Hand Outdoor Challenge (LHOC) — a free outdoor leadership and community engagement program designed for Boulder County high school students. Through monthly…

S1E11 One Thing Leads to Another: The Legacy of Ann Cooper, Volunteer Naturalist

Oct 16, 2025 41m

Among the many who have helped shape Boulder County Parks & Open Space’s fifty-year journey stands Ann Cooper—a volunteer naturalist, educator, and writer who has dedicated nearly five decades to…

S1E10 The Values That Shape Our Work - Part 3

Oct 02, 2025 48m

In the values series finale, host Elisabeth Rios-Brooks gathers Boulder County Parks & Open Space staff to explore our last two guiding values.For Inclusion, she speaks with Emma Dhimitri…

S1E9 The Hidden Work of Park Management

Sep 18, 2025 58m

Resident Ranger Kevin Grady joins host Melissa Arnold to reveal what park management really looks like, well beyond recreation. Hear his mountain lion encounter, how staff rebuilt after the Cal-Wood…

S1E8 Tale Feathers: Summer 2025

Sep 04, 2025 25m

In this debut episode of the Tale Feathers mini-series, Eva Lark takes flight into a heartfelt and wonder-filled journey through the birds and birding joys of summer 2025 in Boulder County.Blending…

S1E7 The Values That Shape Our Work - Part 2

Aug 21, 2025 43m

The Values That Shape Our Work – Part 2In the second part of our three-part series, host Elisabeth Rios-Brooks explores three more of the seven guiding values at Boulder County Parks & Open…

S1E6 Rooted in Service: The Story of Our Volunteers

Aug 07, 2025 37m

From leading nature hikes in the 1970s to restoring flood-damaged landscapes and preserving cultural heritage, volunteers have been at the heart of Boulder County Parks & Open Space since the…

S1E5 What Is a Conservation Easement, and Why Does It Matter?

Jul 24, 2025 39m

Ever wonder why there are miles of open farmland, wildlife corridors, and protected views along your commute through Boulder County? Those scenic stretches may not be an accident—they might be…

S1E4 The Values That Shape Our Work – Part 1

Jul 10, 2025 40m

Boulder CountyThere's an invisible force guiding actions, decisions, and implementation at Boulder County Parks and Open Space. When it's present, we move with more alignment, care, and integrity.…

S1E3 Innovations in Open Space

Jun 26, 2025 36m

Innovation is at the heart of how Boulder County Parks & Open Space protects and stewards over 107,000 acres of land. In this episode, host Grant Orvis sits down with Heidi Wagner, a long-time…

S1E2 What Makes Us Unique

Jun 12, 2025 49m

What makes Boulder County Parks & Open Space truly one-of-a-kind? In this episode, Education & Outreach Supervisor Eva Lark sits down with Director Therese Glowacki for a rich conversation…

S1E1 The Origin Story

May 25, 2025 43m

🎙️ Episode Title: The Origin StoryEpisode Description: Welcome to the debut episode of Voices of Open Space, celebrating 50 years of Boulder County Parks & Open Space. Melissa and Tina, longtime…

Frequently Asked Questions

How many episodes does Voices of Open Space have?

Voices of Open Space has published 17 episodes since May 2025, covering topics in Nature, Science.

Is Voices of Open Space still active?

Voices of Open Space is currently moderate with new episodes every 2 weeks. Average episode length is 43m.

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