Phil Lovin Volunteers for Blue Ridge Parkway and the Great Smoky Mountains National Park

1. Phil Lovin Volunteers for Blue Ridge Parkway and the Great Smoky Mountains National Park

2. Introduction to Phil Lovin • Phil Lovin is a learned professional who has a BA and MA degree in Psychology. • He also has a doctorate degree in theology and ministry (seminary) and has received special education in counseling. • He is also quite passionate about helping others overcome addiction and restore their lives. • Phil is fond of national park service and volunteers for Blue Ridge Parkway and the Great Smoky Mountains National Park.

3. Phil’s Experience at Blue Ridge Parkway • The Blue Ridge Parkway runs from Virginia all the way to Cherokee, North Carolina and Phil Lovin believes that everyone should experience a drive on it to witness beautiful scenery all the way. • There are exits all along the way to take in the art, culture, and crafts of the Appalachian and Smoky Mountains. • The parkway overlooks amazing vistas all the way.

4. Phil Lovin’s Professional Journey • Phil Lovin has experience working with people in addiction and recovery. • He even worked in the executive management of a retail company for some time. • For the last three years, he has been working with REAP NYC as Chief Chaplin and Volunteer Coordinator. • Phil was also a missionary in Kenya and the Philippines.

5. Phil Lovin’s Hobbies and Interests • Phil has always enjoyed traveling to countries like Ireland and the Philippines. • He has recently started developing his cooking skills too and is already quite good at it. • Other things Phil really enjoys doing is hiking and exploring historical areas. • He loves to collect handmade art from the mountains and his massive collection includes a wide variety of handmade pottery and wood carvings.

6. Thank You Phil Lovin