Brian Keenan-Lechel

10/09/2025 26 min Episodio 16
Brian Keenan-Lechel

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In this episode of Sidewalk Talks, we chat with Brian Keenan-Lechel, Director at Saginaw County Parks and Saginaw Community Foundation's Volunteer of the Year! Why are we sitting on a hill? Why does he have two last names? What's up with the outhouses and kickball? AND HE CAN JUGGLE!?Check out the episode here or wherever you listen to podcasts! Show Notes: 00:00 Introduction and Initial Banter00:19 Exploring Saginaw's Newest County Park02:21 History and Transformation of the Park04:33 Community Involvement and Funding07:44 Wildlife and Recreational Activities10:35 Promoting Local Adventures11:54 Kayaking and Canoeing in Saginaw14:05 Juggling Interlude15:15 Impressive Juggling Skills15:42 High School Dreams and Spinal Fusion17:33 The Story Behind a Hyphenated Last Name20:40 Outhouse Races and ESPN Coverage24:37 Keep Saginaw Kicking: A Charitable Kickball Tournament25:58 Conclusion and Appreciation