About this episode

Jim Covel discusses his extensive career in interpretation and his contributions to the field.

Jim Covel has spent over 50 years as an interpreter, ranger, trainer and educator, in venues including parks, museums and universities. He retired after nearly 35 years as the Director of Training and Interpretation at the Monterey Bay Aquarium and continues to interpret marine life at the aquarium as a volunteer guide. Jim is a Founder, Fellow and former President of the National Association for Interpretation. Jim and his wife, Christine, appear at historic events in California as part of the Alta California Dance Company, and he serves as a director on the board of the Monterey Peninsula Regional Park District.

People in this episode

Guest: Jim Covel

Topics covered

• interpretation
• marine life
• education
• non-profit leadership
• historical events

Keywords

• interpreter
• ranger
• trainer
• Monterey Bay Aquarium
• National Association for Interpretation

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: National Association for Interpretation, Monterey Bay Aquarium, Monterey Peninsula Regional Park District

Places: California

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