Tony is the Director of Greenville’s Parks, Recreation and Forestry Department and has served the Greenville community for nearly 18 years. Tony grew up in Milwaukee before earning his Urban Forestry and Forest Recreation degrees from the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point. Tony is a Certified Park and Recreation Professional and ISA Certified Arborist. As Director, he collaborates closely with many community groups like the Greenville Civic Club, Greenville Lions and Lioness Clubs, and Greenville Youth Sports to provide a variety of Park and Recreation opportunities to the community.
We asked Tony to tell us a little more about himself and here’s what he said:
Q: What inspired you to work in parks, recreation and forestry?
A: The biggest influence for choosing this career path is probably spending so much time in parks growing up. From pick-up games in neighborhood parks to camping in State Parks to family vacations to National Parks.
Q: What is your favorite part of your job?
A: Engaging with the community to determine and provide the desired services and facilities.
Q: As a kid, what did you want to be when you grew up?
A: A Park Ranger in a National Park. I still hope to achieve that when I grow up!
Q: What do you like to do in your free time?
A: Traveling with my family, camping, birding, hiking, biking, kayaking….Pretty much anything outdoors.
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