Episode 149: Exploring Wellness Opportunities at Parks and Rec

Wellness doesn’t have to be complicated—or expensive. In this conversation, Autumn welcomes Sarah Delise and Jen Shell from Frederick County Parks & Recreation to show how community programs can support real-life wellbeing for every age and stage.

You’ll hear Sarah and Jen’s personal journeys into parks and recreation, why every day feels different (in the best way), and how they co-create offerings based on what families actually need. We cover parent-friendly preschool drop-off classes, affordable swim lessons and camps, cooking nights in the teaching kitchen, chair yoga and social connection for active adults, and easy ways to sample new hobbies without long commitments. We also talk about the ripple effect—how small, local activities can boost social, emotional, and physical wellness for whole families and neighborhoods.

Not in Frederick County? No problem. You’ll get simple tips for finding similar programs wherever you live (or travel), plus ideas for stepping a little outside your routine to spark joy and community.

Follow along on social:

• Frederick County Parks & Recreation: find them on Facebook and Instagram by searching the department name.
• Autumn / Wellness In Every Season: @wellnessineveryseason

Explore programs and resources at your local parks & rec—and see what new season of wellness might be waiting for you.

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