Dixon County: Finding Refuge in Ponca State Park
93 Counties12 Elo 2025

Dixon County: Finding Refuge in Ponca State Park

In a world of constant online distraction and rising stress, Ponca State Park offers something rare—refuge. Nestled in the scenic hills of Dixon County, Nebraska, this 2,400-acre state park is more than just a getaway; it’s a living classroom, a conservation stronghold, and a sanctuary for both kids and adults. In this episode of 93 Counties, hosts Maddy Christiansen and Evie Storjohann explore how time in nature can restore our mental health, connect us to history, and inspire the next generation. With insights from park administrator Jeff Fields and 4-H educators Cara Wiebelhaus and Angela Apts, we take you inside the sounds, stories, and science of one of Nebraska’s most treasured spaces.

Produced by KRNU Studios

Written, voiced and edited by Maddy Christiansen and Evie Storjohann.


MUSIC: “Critically Ill” FineTune Music Adobe Stock Asset ID: #481059801
Juan Sánchez - Now The Silence" is under a Creative Commons (cc-by) license


SECONDARY SOURCES:
Gallup: https://news.gallup.com/poll/642704/americans-sleeping-less-stressed.aspx#:~:text=In%20Gallup's%20December%202023%20poll,lowest%20percentage%20in%20the%20trend.


Harvard: https://hsph.harvard.edu/news/time-spent-in-nature-can-boost-physical-and-mental-well-being/#:~:text=She%20 also%20s aid%20that%20 spending,urban%20environments%2C%E2%80%9D%20she%20said.


Ponca State Park: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6BoN1lL6rd4&t=40s


Hiking Corps: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UC17UmbUCAg


Nebraska Game & Parks: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hr21dMsuE8s


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