California State Parks and Parks California Announce Joint Effort to Bolster Park Workforce Throughout California
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Sacramento – August 29, 2024 It is never too early or too late to kick-start an environmental career. California State Parks and Parks California are thrilled to announce that 14 local organizations are receiving the 2024-2026 Career Pathways Grants totaling over $1.1 million to help train individuals for careers in parks and public lands. The […]
Parks California Announces Board Leadership Transition
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Sacramento – August 19, 2024 Parks California is pleased to announce the election of our new Board Chair, Deanna Mackey, who joined Parks California’s board the summer of 2021, and has served as Vice Chair since 2022. Mackey takes on Board leadership from Dr. Stephen Lockhart, founding Board Chair of Parks California. This marks the […]
10 Essential Nature Hacks Every Parent Should Know
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Whether you’re looking for a relaxed day by the water or a gentle hike through scenic trails, these five state parks promise unforgettable experiences for families with young children.
Plan Your Next Adventure: 5 Family-Friendly State Parks in California
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Whether you’re looking for a relaxed day by the water or a gentle hike through scenic trails, these five state parks promise unforgettable experiences for families with young children.
Vehicle Donation Pilot Program for California State Parks
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Now, through a unique partnership with Parks California, families can send that vehicle out for one more act of service helping make it possible for other families to enjoy parks, too.
Making Connections through Shared Values and Partnership
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The Soberanes Canyon trail starts with gorgeous views of waves crashing against cliffs below and hills of chaparral shrubs above.
New State Park Celebrates Art
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Parks California President and CEO Kindley Walsh Lawlor joined local artist Jose “Pepe” Muñóz to show how the arts and parks can come together to benefit the community.
A New Report Examines Five Years of Our Unique Partnership With California State Parks
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June 26, 2024 As we celebrate five years of partnership with California State Parks this year, we asked Potrero Group—a consulting firm with expertise in public lands—to take a look at what has been learned from our partnership, so far. Through this effort, Potrero also provides guidance to other park systems that want to establish […]
Nine Non-Profit Organizations Awarded Grants to Help Over 600 Fourth Graders and Their Families Visit California’s State Parks
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Activities Will Take Place In Select Parks This Summer June 7, 2024 To help more people experience the wonders of nature and cultivate a sense of belonging, in collaboration with California State Parks, Parks California is excited to announce the 2024 recipients of its Adventure Pass Grants Program. Grants will support these nonprofit organizations in […]
California State Parks Invites Public and Media to Official Opening of Newest State Park, Dos Rios, on June 12
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The opening coincides with the launch of the Third Annual California State Parks Week June 12-16 For Immediate Release June 5, 2024 Contacts: Adeline Yee, Information Officer IICalifornia State ParksNewsroom@parks.ca.gov Robin CarrLandis Communications Inc.Redwoods@landispr.com SACRAMENTO, Calif.— Californians will soon be able to “restore, recreate, reconnect, and take refuge” at California’s newest state park, Dos Rios. […]