Friday, February 5, 2021

The Parks, Recreation & Forestry Department's Feature Friday

Each Friday, the Parks, Recreation and Forestry Department features something new for residents and visitors to learn more about. This week, we're continuing our "Meet the Staff" series and we want to introduce you to Shawn.

Shawn started working for the Town of Greenville right after high school as a seasonal employee. He continued to work for the Parks Department while going to Fox Valley Technical College to earn his degree in Horticulture. In total, he has worked for Greenville for almost 10 years. Shawn has also worked in the Parks and Recreation field for the City of Menasha and Village of Fox Crossing. He is passionate about improving and beautifying things that are often overlooked and takes pride in being able to look around at projects he’s helped create and construct.

We asked Shawn 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: Even as a kid, I have always loved being outside – in all seasons!

Q: What is your favorite part of your job?
A: Working with my hands. I also enjoy seeing the flowers in full bloom during the summer.

Q: As a kid, what did you want to be when you grew up?
A: A Teacher

Q: What do you like to do in your free time?
A: Fishing, deer hunting, fishing, golfing, fishing, driving my Camaro, being in my boat

Q: What do you wish the public knew about Greenville Parks and Rec?
A: That our staff really loves seeing people in our parks! Or that is takes 2 decades for a single candy wrapper to decompose, don’t litter!

To see more photos of today's Feature Friday or to see more posts like this, check out the Parks & Recreation Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/greenvilleparkandrec/