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Where to Stay Near Hocking Hills State Park

Hocking Hills State Park in Ohio features diverse natural beauty and accessible hiking experiences throughout the year.

This California State Park Is the Highest-rated in the U.S. - and It Has a Scenic Highway, a Massive Old-growth Forest, and a Railbike Tour

Humboldt Redwoods State Park stands out among U.S. state parks due to its high visitor satisfaction and remarkable natural features.

Where to Stay Near Hocking Hills State Park

Hocking Hills State Park in Ohio features diverse natural beauty and accessible hiking experiences throughout the year.

This California State Park Is the Highest-rated in the U.S. - and It Has a Scenic Highway, a Massive Old-growth Forest, and a Railbike Tour

Humboldt Redwoods State Park stands out among U.S. state parks due to its high visitor satisfaction and remarkable natural features.
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'Full winter conditions' arrive on Mount Washington

New Hampshire State Park closed due to early winter conditions, highlighting significant snowfall and extreme weather on Mount Washington.
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The State Wanted Hotels and Golf Courses in Florida Parks. Floridians Revolted.

Public backlash led to the shelving of a controversial plan for state parks proposed by Gov. DeSantis due to environmental concerns.

DeSantis pulls 'half-baked' development plans in Florida state parks after protests

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis announced a re-evaluation of controversial plans for development in state parks following public outcry and protests.

Florida state parks proposal for golf courses, hotels was further along than DeSantis let on - Poynter

DeSantis denies approval of controversial state park development plans amid public backlash.

A Florida state parks proposal by Gov. DeSantis is facing fierce bipartisan opposition

Florida's state parks are crucial for wildlife and recreation, and proposed developments threaten their integrity.

DeSantis's plan to bring golf to protected Florida parks faces pushback

The DeSantis administration's plan to develop state parks has sparked widespread controversy over environmental preservation versus expanding recreational amenities.

'Feels like an assault': Anger mounts over new plan to swap habitat for golf, pickleball in South Florida state parks

Florida's DEP plans to expand outdoor recreation at state parks by developing amenities that may harm natural habitats.
The plan has faced significant criticism from environmental advocates concerned about habitat preservation.

The State Wanted Hotels and Golf Courses in Florida Parks. Floridians Revolted.

Public backlash led to the shelving of a controversial plan for state parks proposed by Gov. DeSantis due to environmental concerns.

DeSantis pulls 'half-baked' development plans in Florida state parks after protests

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis announced a re-evaluation of controversial plans for development in state parks following public outcry and protests.

Florida state parks proposal for golf courses, hotels was further along than DeSantis let on - Poynter

DeSantis denies approval of controversial state park development plans amid public backlash.

A Florida state parks proposal by Gov. DeSantis is facing fierce bipartisan opposition

Florida's state parks are crucial for wildlife and recreation, and proposed developments threaten their integrity.

DeSantis's plan to bring golf to protected Florida parks faces pushback

The DeSantis administration's plan to develop state parks has sparked widespread controversy over environmental preservation versus expanding recreational amenities.

'Feels like an assault': Anger mounts over new plan to swap habitat for golf, pickleball in South Florida state parks

Florida's DEP plans to expand outdoor recreation at state parks by developing amenities that may harm natural habitats.
The plan has faced significant criticism from environmental advocates concerned about habitat preservation.
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DeSantis pulls plug on controversial plan to pave over state parks

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis withdrew a controversial proposal to develop state parks after public and political pushback.
The 'Great Outdoors Initiative' faced immediate criticism and was deemed unapproved by DeSantis.
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Big Basin Redwoods State Park rebuilding plans unveiled four years after massive wildfire

Big Basin Redwoods State Park is starting recovery efforts after severe wildfire damage, with plans to rebuild facilities in safer locations.

Outlaw cannabis grow sites are raided near California state parks

California authorities raided illegal cannabis grow sites near state parks, seizing plants and firearms.

Big Basin Redwoods State Park rebuilding plans unveiled four years after massive wildfire

Big Basin Redwoods State Park is starting recovery efforts after severe wildfire damage, with plans to rebuild facilities in safer locations.

Outlaw cannabis grow sites are raided near California state parks

California authorities raided illegal cannabis grow sites near state parks, seizing plants and firearms.
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Lifeguard knocked out after jumping from helicopter during ocean training in California

A State Parks lifeguard was knocked unconscious during a helicopter training exercise off Pismo Beach.
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Whoops, turns out there is money in California budget for 4th graders to go to state parks

Funding for the California State Park Adventure Pass is included in Gov. Gavin Newsom's proposed budget for the 2024-25 fiscal year.
The budget does not include money to continue the program that lets Californians use a library card to check out passes for state parks and beaches.

Whoops, turns out there is money in California budget for 4th graders to go to state parks

Funding for the California State Park Adventure Pass is included in Gov. Gavin Newsom's proposed budget for the 2024-25 fiscal year.
$2.1 million is allocated to support the program, allowing all fourth graders in California to access 54 state parks.
The budget does not include funding for the library card program that allows free access to over 200 state parks and beaches.

Whoops, turns out there is money in California budget for 4th graders to go to state parks

Funding for the California State Park Adventure Pass is included in Gov. Gavin Newsom's proposed budget for the 2024-25 fiscal year.
The budget does not include money to continue the program that lets Californians use a library card to check out passes for state parks and beaches.

Whoops, turns out there is money in California budget for 4th graders to go to state parks

Funding for the California State Park Adventure Pass is included in Gov. Gavin Newsom's proposed budget for the 2024-25 fiscal year.
$2.1 million is allocated to support the program, allowing all fourth graders in California to access 54 state parks.
The budget does not include funding for the library card program that allows free access to over 200 state parks and beaches.
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The First Hijab-Wearing Athlete to Attempt the Country's Oldest Ultramarathon | KQED

Determination and passion drive Hefzy to compete in marathons while balancing a career as a neurologist and a family of three.
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