A 21st-Century Model for Field Trips Begins Before Students Arrive
For generations, field trips have sparked curiosity and helped students connect classroom lessons to the world around them. Today, California State Parks and our partners provide a modern, 21st-century model to make sure every student feels welcome and inspired by California’s natural wonders.
Parks California Opens Applications for 2027 Route to Parks Grants
California State Parks and nonprofit partner Parks California today invited community and tribal organizations throughout the state to apply for the 2027 Route to Parks grants. The program will award approximately $1.1 million to help more people in underserved communities experience California’s state parks, the largest and most diverse state park system in the nation.
State Parks Just Got More Accessible with the Help of Parks California’s Newest Grantees
Nonprofit’s Route to Parks Grants to address transportation barriers and increase access to California State Parks for communities facing financial hardship