Sno-Park Passes
Ready or not, winter is just around the corner! If you’re looking for an affordable getaway in a winter wonderland near you, then check out the California State Park Sno-Park Passes. This wintertime...
View ArticleMay 13, 2012: Spend Mother’s Day in a California State Park
Skip the crowded lines for Mother’s Day Brunch in favor of a trip to your local state park. Here are three with special events planned to honor moms on their special day: Anza-Borrego Desert State Park...
View ArticleCalifornia State Parks: Memorial Day 2012
Memorial Day is here again, so we’re here to remind you how to make the most of it with a trip to a California State Park. Wednesday marks the end of the the reservations window for this weekend....
View ArticleFather’s Day in a California State Park
Skip the ties and coffee mugs this Father’s Day and give your dad something he’ll really enjoy: a Sunday in a California State Park. There are dozens of events statewide this Sunday, so you’re sure to...
View ArticleOur Favorite Hikes, Summer 2012
Each quarter we feature a few hikes that highlight the best of what California State Parks has to offer each season. Remember to bring enough water and sunblock. Southern California Leo Carrillo State...
View ArticleFall 2012: Our Favorite Fall Hikes in California State Parks
Cooling temperatures make fall a great time to check out a new trail. Be sure to check the weather forecasts and park conditions before you head out on your way! Northern California China Camp State...
View Article28th Annual Millerton Lake Eagle Tours
Millerton Lake State Recreation Area is the place to be on weekends between now and March. California State Parks is proud to present the 28th Annual Eagle Tours at Millerton Lake. Come see the...
View ArticleHalloween 2012 Events in California State Parks
Looking for a spooky time? We’ve got Halloween events in Sacramento, Columbia, and San Diego that fit the bill. Keep the spirits happy and pencil Parks into your Halloween plans! Sacramento: Governor’s...
View ArticleHoliday Fun with California State Parks
The weather outside may get frightful, but our parks are still delightful! California State Parks up and down the state are celebrating the holidays with family-friendly events guaranteed to grow the...
View ArticleFirst Day Hikes 2013 with California State Parks
Start 2013 right: in the fresh air. No matter what your New Year’s resolution, there’s a good chance a hike along the beach or through a mountain trail on January first will rev up your resolve. So...
View ArticleCalifornia State Parks: Favorite Hikes, Winter 2013
Cold winter mornings have you lingering in bed? Never fear! Once you finally crawl out from under the covers, we’ve got some suggestions for hikes that will keep you raring to go all winter long!...
View ArticleCalifornia State Parks: Our Favorite Spring Hikes, 2013
Spring has sprung! If you’ve been waiting for the sunshine to hit the trails, you’ve got no excuses left! Southern California Mount San Jacinto State Park (Riverside County) and Wilderness has many...
View ArticleCalifornia Parks Department: Best Virtual Field Trip Ever! A BGL Review
Reblogged from Banyan Global Learning: California Parks Department's PORTS delivered the best virtual field trip we've ever taken here at Banyan Global Learning. PORTS is made up of awesome rangers...
View ArticleCalifornia State Parks: Mother’s Day Events 2013
Repeat after us: Brunch is boring! Show Mom you really care by taking her to your local state park and doing something out of the ordinary. Here are a sample of our Mother’s Day activities from around...
View ArticleCalifornia State Parks: Father’s Day 2013
Tie? Coffee Mug? How about a trip to dad’s favorite park? Spend time with your father at one of several Father’s Day themed events statewide. (When was the last time you saw him wearing last year’s...
View ArticleRailtown 1897 to Give Dads the Star Treatment on Father’s Day With Train...
Reblogged from Railtown 1897 State Historic Park: JAMESTOWN, Calif. – Railtown 1897 State Historic Park (SHP) plans to treat dads and granddads extra special this Father’s Day -- on Sunday, June 16 --...
View ArticlePartnerships: A Key Component for a Successful State Park System
New Partnership Office In an effort to bring together California State Parks’ coordination of its many valued partners, a new Partnerships Office has been established within the Park Operations...
View ArticleTransformation Yielding Tangible, Positive Successes
Transforming an organization to make it stronger and better positioned for the future is much more than a strong vision and active planning. Ultimately, a transformation process must yield tangible...
View ArticleTransforming the Budget Management System
The successful transformation of any large organization ultimately requires the evaluation and enhancement of the processes in place to plan and manage the financial resources of the organization. It...
View ArticleAnother Accomplishment – Electronic Report of Collections (eROC)
On March 6, 2015, California State Parks processed the first report of collections using the Electronic Report of Collections (eROC). As of March 1, a year later, the department has completed the...
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