<body><div><figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=20EX05_0wAe3OX100" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=20EX05_0wAe3OX100" width="770" height="440" ></figure>Crowder State Park, located near Trenton, Missouri, is a popular destination for those seeking outdoor relaxation and adventure. While visitors enjoy the beauty and tranquility of the park, a dedicated team of full-time and seasonal staff works diligently behind the scenes to ensure that everything runs smoothly. Full-Time Staff:<ul><li>Anna Persell, the Park Superintendent, oversees all aspects of park operations. Her responsibilities range from outdoor maintenance like mowing and weeding to indoor administrative tasks and leading nature programs. Each day in her role varies significantly.</li><li>Jessica Roy, the Park Specialist, supports the management of campground operations and group camp events. She also helps with natural resource management and planning special events.</li><li>Damon Hennen, the lead maintenance worker, is known for his contributions to the park’s infrastructure, including concrete projects and rock retaining walls. He also maintains park equipment and buildings.</li><li>Park Ranger Sergeant Reid Johnson, Missouri State Parks Training Coordinator, serves as a law enforcement officer. As a state-certified officer,Reid patrols Crowder and other northern Missouri parks, ensuring safety at various events.</li></ul>Seasonal Staff:<ul><li>Darek Hennen is a summer worker attending college in Kansas. He assists with tasks such as weedeating, cleaning, and renting watercraft.</li><li>Jerry Swank has been with the park for about a year and a half, focusing on mowing and assisting with controlled burns, trail clearing, and removing dead ash trees.</li><li>Cole and Tate Johnson have worked at Crowder for about a year. Their efforts in maintaining the trails, dam, and guardrails contribute to the park’s scenic beauty. They also rent watercraft and rake tree debris.</li><li>Matthew Passmore joined the team in April. He has been instrumental in stump grinding and night cleaning tasks.</li><li>Caleb Gondringer has been working at the park since spring, primarily focusing on trimming trails and raking tree debris.</li><li>Decii Hartsock has worked at the park since May, helping with cleaning, painting, pressure washing, and presenting nature programs.</li><li>Jacob Gibson has worked at Crowder for several months, balancing his part-time role with another job. His tasks include mowing and brush cutting in the controlled burn area.</li></ul>These dedicated individuals contribute to making Crowder State Park an inviting and well-maintained destination for visitors year-round.<figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=2LWmN5_0wAe3OX100" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=2LWmN5_0wAe3OX100" width="1250" height="620" ><figcaption>(Left to right) Maintenance Worker Damon Hennen, Decii Hartsock, Tate Johnson, Darek Hennen, Jerry Swank, Park Specialist Jessica Roy, Cole Johnson, and Matthew Passmore</figcaption></figure>Post Views: 145</div></body>

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The dedicated team behind the scenes at Crowder State Park

Crowder State Park, located near Trenton, Missouri, is a popular destination for those seeking outdoor relaxation and adventure. While visitors enjoy the beauty and tranquility of the park, a dedicated team of full-time and seasonal staff works diligently behind the scenes to ensure that everything runs smoothly. Full-Time Staff:. Anna...