Hiking with Jess: National Park Stories

Welcome to Through the Lens: National Park Stories

Episode 1: Welcome to Through the Lens — Why National Parks Matter In the first episode of Through the Lens: National Park Stories, Jess introduces the podcast and the inspiration behind it. As a photographer and traveler, she shares how exploring America’s national parks shaped her love for wild landscapes and storytelling. This episode explores why national parks are so important, how they preserve some of the most incredible places on Earth, and what listeners can expect from future episodes of the show. From photography and travel to conservation and history, Through the Lens is about discovering the stories behind the landscapes that inspire us to explore.