Get to Know the Leaders of UCF - Pathways to the Future Program

We are excited to bring you another insightful feature in our Urban & Community Forestry Pathways to the Future (UCF PTF) series! In today’s video, we introduce two key partners from the Mississippi River State Park—Kristina Root, Park Superintendent, and Taylor Markham, Park Interpreter.

Kristina and Taylor share their unique experiences as site partners for the UCF PTF program, where they have seen participants actively engage in a variety of hands-on activities aimed at raising awareness about the natural beauty and importance of the St. Francis National Forest and Mississippi River State Park. They discuss the impact of the program in fostering environmental education, stewardship, and community involvement, highlighting how young participants are helping to preserve and promote these treasured public lands.

Join us as Kristina and Taylor give an inside look at how UCF PTF is driving environmental awareness and education, all while inspiring the next generation of conservation leaders.