Why I Became a Park Ranger

17 Sep 2025 • 13 min • EN
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“Sometimes the most meaningful path isn’t the one that looks right on paper. It’s the one that makes you feel most alive.” Notable Moments [00:01:00] Leaving a banking career to become a park ranger [00:02:50] Discovering the power of legacy in families visiting parks [00:04:50] A wild arrest story while on bike patrol [00:08:20] Why Glacier National Park feels like a “long-term relationship” [00:10:40] Reflecting on the loss of historic buildings at the Grand Canyon Jody Maberry sits down with returning guest and former Disney animator David Bossert. He asks Jody three questions that lead to a reflection on his unique career path. Jody shares how the loss of his grandmother led him to leave a banking career to become a park ranger, what it was like to navigate unpredictable situations as a law enforcement ranger, and why Glacier National Park continues to capture his heart after years of visits. Their conversation blends stories, laughter, and thoughtful insights about legacy, calm leadership under pressure, and finding the places that make you come alive. Read the blog for more from this episode.  Connect with David https://www.davidbossert.com/ Listen to the Skull Rock Podcast Books from The Old Mill Press Connect with Jody www.jodymaberry.com About Jody - https://jodymaberry.com/about-jody-maberry/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/sugarjmaberry LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jodymaberry/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/sugarjmaberry/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/jodymaberry

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