At Angel Island, history is embedded in the landscape — in the arrivals, the waiting and the journeys that brought people across the Pacific. Cynthia Pu, an Angel Island State Park interpreter, helps share with visitors the lived experiences of Asian American and Pacific Islander communities whose resilience and hope have shaped both this special place and the story of California.
A sustainable future begins with all of us — our communities, our parks and the California landscapes we call home.
This Women’s History Month, we’re celebrating women making a real difference for California’s future whose work is helping parks welcome everyone and mean more for all.
Across California’s state parks, history lives in the land — in preserved buildings, cultural sites, interpretive programs and the voices that guide visitors through them. Among these are the stories of Black Californians whose leadership, labor, artistry and advocacy have helped shape our communities and public lands, leaving a lasting impact that continues to inspire us.
Imagine turning your classroom into a forest filled with towering sequoias, the sounds of birdsong, and the scent of earth after a crisp morning dew. This is exactly what teachers experienced during a symposium at Calaveras Big Trees State Park.
At Parks California, we believe every student deserves the chance to experience the wonders of California’s incredible state parks. That’s why we’re proud to support passPORTS, a program that combines digital and in-person experiences to provide a deeper, more immersive learning adventure for students.
K-12 students need champions like Krey, a leader behind passPORTS. The program brings State Parks to students through blended virtual and in-person experiences. Students thrive
Parks California is thrilled to announce the recipients of our 2024 Route to Parks grants program! Currently in its fourth cycle, the Route to Parks
As we head into the giving season, I’m overwhelmed with gratitude for parks and for you. Traveling across California to meet with community groups, California Native
