#163 - Planning Made Easy with Janelle Smith of Rec.gov The By Land Podcast

Janelle Smith is the strategic communications team lead at rec.gov and is responsible for spreading the word about the myriad of offerings the platform has for outdoor enthusiasts.  As the summer season approaches, many of us are deep in the planning mode for camping trips, making this conversation with Janelle and her team a no-brainer.
If you're not yet familiar with rec.gov, think of it as your ultimate planning companion for camping and various outdoor activities.  Janelle walks us through the functionalities of this planning tool, highlighting how it simplifies the process of discovering available sites, understanding what's out there, and crafting the perfect trip itinerary.
Janelle's role as a key representative for rec.gov makes her insights particularly valuable.  Whether you're a seasoned user or a newcomer, this episode will likely uncover nuances about rec.gov that you might not have considered.


Show Notes and Links:
Getting to know JanelleRec.gov services and missionRecreation before Rec.gov2023 recreational trendsNew features for 2024Addressing no-show campersPost COVID trendsAdvice for booking popular campsitesThe “Trip Builder” featureJanelle’s “why” behind what she doesThe “big picture”Encouraging explorationhttps://www.recreation.gov/Support the show
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