Hunter’s Point Parks Conservancy is hosting a new series called “Humans of LIC” to highlight our volunteers, park-goers, and park workers. We want to show why they make our Park so great. It is because of them, that we are all able to enjoy the beautiful park each and every day.
Today, we are continuing our series with a wonderful Parks Department supervisor, Dorrette Campbell. We are happy to share her experience and have her be a part of the “Humans of LIC” campaign. Keep reading to find out more about Dorette’s journey with us!
Full name
Dorrette Campbell.
Title/Involvement with the parks/HPPC
I am a level 1 Parks Supervisor.
How long have you been involved here?
I have been here at HPS since 2018. However, with the Parks Department since 2011.
What is your favorite place in the park?
I have a few favorite places in the park. The Observation deck; it transports me to the Mediterranean, it feels like I'm on the deck of a ship away from the rat race of the City - so close but yet so far. I am captivated by the Sky lights of Manhattan and the backdrop of the Greenery of Hunters Point South Park .
My second favorite is the Moon face. It takes me to the Caribbean. If it is your first time there, it is like you are walking into a little pocket of surprise, which is beautiful and tranquil with the sun-kissed water and boats sailing by. While planes and helicopters take off then come back to land. I don't think anywhere else is as beautiful as our piece of paradise.
Third favorite is the beautiful flowers throughout the Park every season gives us hope and peace. Especially during the past year where we all went through and still face Covid-19.
Why is this park important to you?
This Park is important to me on so many levels, as a Gardener it warms my heart that a community can come together to educate both the young and old. Along with motivating and transforming the canvas that is our park, leaving everyone to be able to appreciate the masterpiece that we have.
Is there anything you want park visitors to know?
Our park is an ecosystem that we want to secure and protect. When park visitors come to our park, we'd like for them to think about their actions and how it affects our ecosystem, so I often say take a picture. It will last a whole lot longer than picking out the beautiful flowers. So next time, come out and volunteer in our park. Each day is a new experience . God bless.”
Thank you, Dorrette, for your dedication to our parks! We are grateful to have you be apart of the HPPC community to encourage others to appreciate and respect our beautiful waterfront! You are one of the many “Humans of LIC” that deserve to be recognized for your commitment to the environment and to us!