Memorial Day Weekend is the unofficial start of summer. We're working in partnership with the #CleanCA initiative to remind people to take care of our natural areas and roadways. Follow our tips to take care of California. Find out more at parks.ca.gov/NewsRelease/12…. Caltrans HQ

Honor our heroes this Memorial Day with free admission to 143 California State Parks! On May 27, 2024, veterans, active duty, and reserve military members can enjoy the beauty of our state parks at no cost. Check the list of participating parks at parks.ca.gov/NewsRelease/12…

Join us on May 24th at noon for an exciting live stream from La Purisima Mission State Historic Park. Learn how California fourth graders can get FREE entry to 54 state parks. Don't miss out! Get your FREE pass at parks.ca.gov/adventurepass.

SAVE THE DATE! The State Park and Recreation Commission will meet on June 11. The agenda includes action on the proposed amendment to Sutter’s Fort SHP General Plan to include a new interpretation master plan - info at interpretingsuttersfort.org. More at parks.ca.gov/PublicNotices.

National Safe Boating Week, from May 18-24, celebrates the annual Safe Boating Campaign and prioritize safety on the water before Memorial Day. Stay safe all year! Learn more 👉 parks.ca.gov/NewsRelease/12…

Happy International Museum Day! Explore history and culture in CA State Parks: experience rail travel at the CA State Railroad Museum, gold rush legacy at Marshall Gold Discovery SHP, and history at the Antelope Valley Indian Museum SHP. Discover, learn, and explore!

🌟 Dive into the latest Weekly Digest! bit.ly/WeeklyDigestMa… 🌟

🗺️ Discover our new what3words tool
🏯 Explore California’s oldest Chinese temple
🚌 Enjoy Big Basin Redwood SP’s new shuttle
🐾 Learn about Angeles District’s wildlife crossing
➕ and more!

Today is #WearYourLifeJacketAtWorkDay ! Whether at the office, home, or on the water, let's promote safe boating and recreating responsibly! This day is a global awareness effort that encourages boaters to make the most of their boating adventure by being responsible.

#ThankYouThursday shoutout to the latest graduates of California State Parks lifeguard training! After proving themselves in physical trials and rescue techniques, they've earned their 'reds'. Let's welcome them to the team and wish them a successful season ahead!

You can still attend today’s OHMVR Division Commission meeting at 9AM virtually! Participate through Zoom or CAL-SPAN.org! The full agenda and meeting information can be found at parks.ca.gov/PublicNotices.

It’s #PeaceOfficersMemorialDay and many of our California State Park Peace Officers (rangers & lifeguards) were honored to attended the 46th CA Peace Officers' Memorial Ceremony earlier, when the names of 8 officers were added to the Memorial Monument, at the State Capitol.

Join us for California State Parks Week, June 12-16! 🌊 June 14: Support Climate Resilience. California's diverse landscapes are crucial in fighting climate change. Let's protect and support them together. Learn more and get involved, visit: castateparksweek.org

As the temperature rises, so does the importance for heat safety. Cal OES reminds everyone to stay safe by:
- Staying hydrated
- Wearing protective clothing
- Wearing sunscreen and reapply as directed
- Having a go-bag packed and ready
For more tips visit news.caloes.ca.gov

Not able to attend Wednesday's OHMVR Division Commission meeting at 9AM in-person? Participate virtually through Zoom or CAL-SPAN.org! The full agenda and meeting information can be found at parks.ca.gov/PublicNotices.

WEDNESDAY! For those joining the OHMVR Division Commission tour of Pismo SB and Oceano SVRA, we’ll see you at 9AM sharp! The Commission meeting is Thursday, May 16, at 9AM in Arroyo Grande. More information is available at parks.ca.gov/PublicNotices.

Wishing a heartfelt #HappyMothersDay to all the incredible moms, stepmoms, grandmothers, aunties, sisters, mentors, caregivers, and mother figures. Your love, support, and strength enrich our lives in countless ways. 💐🌹🌷

Did you catch the #Auroraborealis last night? Check out these photos our staff took from Bodie SHP and Folsom Lake SRA. #northenlights

Your #CAStateParks Weekly Digest read: bit.ly/WeeklyDigestMa…
✔️Our SPPOs pay their respect to fallen officers at memorial ceremony
✔️A fuel reduction project - a win-win for this state park
✔️Youth connect to state parks
✔️📷 of bald eagles, tufa rocks & …snow?

Looking for a last-minute Mother’s Day gift? Give the gift of outdoor recreation with an Annual Pass from California State Parks! For a list of all available passes please visit: parks.ca.gov/passes.

Join us June 12-16 for California State Parks Week! After all... This Is Where You Live! Find an event near you at castateparksweek.org

In partnership with Jennifer Siebel Newsom, California Natural Resources Agency, Parks California, California State Parks Foundation, Save the Redwoods League