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Discover how public transit transforms a visit to Portland’s Washington Park into a joyful, stress-free, and sustainable adventure.
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Ditch the parking drama and discover how public transit creates a better way to explore Portland’s Washington Park. In this episode, Jason joins Meghan McCloskey for a playful scavenger hunt while spotlighting the hidden gems, local stories, and community connections made possible through MAX and the free shuttle. It’s fun, it’s easy, and it’s the future of travel.

Learn More About Washington Park: https://explorewashingtonpark.org/
Connect with Meghan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/meghanmccloskey/

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Chapters from Today's Podcast:

00:00 Welcome to Washington Park
02:30 Why Public Transit Beats Parking Chaos
05:44 Downloading the HOP App & Going Digital
06:14 Deepest Transit Tunnel in North America
07:33 Exploring Transit Options & Free Parking
08:59 The Joy of Riding MAX with Kids
10:41 Public Transit: Portland’s Best Kept Secret
11:47 Meghan’s Journey to Explore Washington Park
13:42 MAX Arrives + Accessibility Tips
16:07 Art, Nature & Regenerative Transit Adventures
18:21 Portland is Back, Baby
19:52 The Park as a Community of Destinations
21:41 Arriving at the World Forestry Center
23:06 Parkour Park & Fairy Clue Surprise
25:03 Indigenous Gateway Scavenger Hunt Begins
28:22 3.5 Million Visitors & Transit Goals
30:47 Parking Costs vs Public Transit
32:13 Art, Stormwater & Sage Clue Discovery
35:05 Baby Elephant Clue at the Zoo
38:09 Bookmark Clue + World Forestry Center
41:19 Visitor Info, Maps & Branding Talk
43:51 Top Selfie Spots & Fairy Findings
45:03 Crystals, Chipmunks & Oregon Magic
47:19 Vietnam Memorial Clue Reading
51:27 The City of Roses Clue
53:13 Boarding the Free Shuttle
54:04 Transit Pass & Equity Program Overview
56:04 Arts for All Program + Inclusive Access
58:53 Building a Commercial for Transit Messaging
1:00:23 Messaging, Marketing, and Accessibility in Action
1:02:52 Perceptions of Transit: Safety, Time & Clarity
1:04:17 Arriving at the Rose Garden
1:05:19 Washington Park as a Travel Destination
1:06:38 Every Rose Has Its Thorn (and Clue)
1:08:01 Roses and Thorns Reflection

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