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Division of Boating and Waterways Offers $1.6 Million in Grants to Enhance Recreational Boating Safety Education

SACRAMENTO, Calif. — Starting today, California State Parks’ Division of Boating and Waterways (DBW) is accepting grant applications from organizations that teach on-the-water boating safety education to the public. A total of $1.6 million in grants is available to local public agencies, nonprofit organizations and colleges/universities operating within California for Aquatic Center Education Program grants. The deadline to apply is Thursday, Oct. 26, 2023, at noon.

September 15, 2023 Division of Boating and Waterways Read the Full News Release

California State Parks Seeks Public Input to Provide Climate-Resilient Facilities at Seacliff and New Brighton State Beaches

SACRAMENTO, Calif.—California State Parks is seeking public input on the future of Seacliff and New Brighton State Beaches to help protect these beaches from the impacts of climate change, such as sea level rise and extreme weather. In the initial phase of public engagement, members of the public are invited to participate in an online survey to share information on preferred recreational activities and what they value when visiting the parks.

September 08, 2023 New Brighton SB, Seacliff SB Read the Full News Release

Bear experts offer tips, best practices for late-season camping trips to the Tahoe Basin

LAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev., Sep. 1, 2023 – Headed to the Tahoe Basin for one last summer camping trip? Black bear biologists who work in the Tahoe Basin every day have some advice and thoughts to share.

September 01, 2023 Read the Full News Release

Koi Nation of Northern California and California State Parks Renew Memorandum of Understanding and Celebrate Renaming of Ridge and Trail

LAKE COUNTY, Calif.— The California Department of Parks and Recreation (State Parks) and the Koi Nation of Northern California (Koi) today announced the renewal of a 5-year memorandum of understanding (MOU) between the Koi and State Parks and the renaming of two park features at Anderson Marsh State Historic Park (SHP). The MOU formalizes coordination and cooperation between the two entities for the protection, preservation and interpretation at Anderson Marsh SHP.

September 01, 2023 Anderson Marsh SHP Read the Full News Release

California State Parks Encourages Visitors to Recreate Responsibly This Labor Day Weekend

SACRAMENTO, Calif. – As Labor Day weekend approaches, California State Parks is excited to welcome outdoor enthusiasts to the state’s diverse landscapes of trails, beaches, lakes, mountains and deserts. However, to ensure the safety and enjoyment of all visitors, the department encourages visitors to "Recreate Responsibly" by following important safety tips such as Know Before You Go, Plan and Prepare, Play It Safe and Leave No Trace. To further enhance safety and park experiences, State Parks also invites visitors to use the department’s innovative smartphone apps—what3words and OuterSpatial. 

August 31, 2023 Read the Full News Release

California State Parks’ Division of Boating and Waterways Reminds Public to Boat Responsibly Over Labor Day Weekend

SACRAMENTO, Calif. – With the unofficial end of summer approaching this Labor Day holiday weekend, California State Parks’ Division of Boating and Waterways (DBW) is reminding boaters and water enthusiasts to take extra precautions to stay safe and prevent tragedies on the water. Taking a boating safety course, wearing a life jacket while recreating in the water and actively supervising children when in or near a body of water are simple actions all can take to help improve safety on California’s waterways.

August 30, 2023 Division of Boating and Waterways Read the Full News Release

California State Parks and California Department of Social Services Expand Golden Bear Pass to Members of Tribal Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Program

SACRAMENTO, Calif.—California State Parks and the California Department of Social Services (CDSS) today announced the expansion of the Golden Bear Pass to participants of California’s Tribal Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF)program, providing free day-use access to more than 200 state parks. The Golden Bear Pass is a calendar year (January–December) pass available to qualifying Californians who receive Supplemental Security Income, California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids (CalWORKs) program recipients, or income-eligible Californians age 62 and over. Newly issued passes are valid for the remainder of 2023 with an additional pass for 2024 sent at the beginning of the year.

August 29, 2023 Read the Full News Release

Celebrate California Biodiversity Day with More Than 60 Events at More Than 40 California State Parks

SACRAMENTO, Calif.—California State Parks invites the public to become community scientists and celebrate California Biodiversity Day, September 7. More than 40 parks statewide will be hosting more than 60 special events and engaging activities all week long from September 2 to 10. The public is also invited to a friendly bioblitz competition to see who can record the highest number of species of plants and animals in California’s State Park System. Humboldt Redwoods State Park currently holds the record of 380 species identified in 2022.

August 28, 2023 Read the Full News Release

California State Parks Unveils Enhanced PORTS Website Offering Innovative Learning Resources for Teachers and Students

SACRAMENTO, Calif.— California State Parks is thrilled to announce the launch of the enhanced PORTS: Parks Online Resources for Teachers and Students® website, now available at ports.parks.ca.gov. The PORTS program has undergone a transformation, providing educators and students with an even more engaging and immersive online learning experience.

August 25, 2023 PORTS: Parks Online Resources for Teachers and Students ® Read the Full News Release

Pedestrian Access to Vikingsholm in Emerald Bay State Park to be Temporarily Closed for Trail Repairs

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif.— California State Parks is notifying the public that the Vikingsholm parking lot and trail to Vikingsholm in Emerald Bay State Park (SP) will be temporarily closed for a few weeks beginning Monday, Sept. 18, 2023. 

August 24, 2023 Emerald Bay SP Read the Full News Release