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EPISODE · May 13, 2026 · 32 MIN

Chris Couch Joins Tiffany Anton To Discuss The Impact Of The Bean Pot Camp Ground

from Local Matters · host George Halford, Jeremy Wendt, Tiffany Anton, Jen Mabry & Emily Lee, Ben Rodgers

What happens when construction work turns into a calling to bring people together outdoors? In this episode, Tiffany Anton sits down with Chris Crouch, owner of The Bean Pot Camp Ground, to talk about how he went from buying a distressed property while working in construction to building a welcoming space centered on family, hospitality, and outdoor fun. Chris shares what inspired him to open his own campground instead of relying on state parks, along with the trails, amenities, and hands-on experiences that keep guests coming back. He also dives into the transformation of two formerly run-down properties into thriving campgrounds that honor what the original owners hoped they would become. From monthly Bluegrass Jams that have grown from a handful of attendees to over 150 people with food trucks and community at the center, this conversation shows how a simple vision for connection can grow into something much bigger—proof that sometimes the best places are built from the ground up with people in mind. Listen To The Local Matters Podcast Today! The UC Now · News Talk 94.1

What happens when construction work turns into a calling to bring people together outdoors? In this episode, Tiffany Anton sits down with Chris Crouch, owner of The Bean Pot Camp Ground, to talk about how he went from buying a distressed property while working in construction to building a welcoming space centered on family, hospitality, and outdoor fun. Chris shares what inspired him to open his own campground instead of relying on state parks, along with the trails, amenities, and hands-on experiences that keep guests coming back. He also dives into the transformation of two formerly run-down properties into thriving campgrounds that honor what the original owners hoped they would become. From monthly Bluegrass Jams that have grown from a handful of attendees to over 150 people with food trucks and community at the center, this conversation shows how a simple vision for connection can grow into something much bigger—proof that sometimes the best places are built from the ground up with people in mind. Listen To The Local Matters Podcast Today!

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