02/14/2026
💚 A Love Story Rooted in Stewardship 💚
Meet Lori and Grant, two incredible park stewards who quietly (and consistently!) help keep Millennium and Townsend Parks clean, one hike at a time.
Their journey with Kent County Parks began after rescuing their German Shepherd, Wally. While enjoying regular walks together, they realized something simple and powerful: if they were already out on the trails, they could also help take care of them—so they started carrying a trash bag and grabber.
And then there’s the love story…
On a chilly October day in 2022, just after crossing the big bridge on the Secchia side of the park, Grant dropped to one knee and proposed, with Wally by their side. 💍🐾 Wally passed away just two months later, making those memories (walking the park, caring for the land, and sharing that “yes” moment) even more meaningful.
Since 2022, Lori and Grant have contributed over ✨ 600 volunteer hours ✨ simply because they care. Their story reminds us that stewardship doesn’t always look like a big event. Sometimes it’s just showing up, together, again and again.
Thank you, Lori and Grant, for loving our parks and each other so well. 💕🌳
