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Beachside Trail Close to Finally Getting Built on Central Coast

11/07/2023
A beachside trail connecting the communities of Morro Bay and Cayucos could finally be built after 20 years. This happened after Chevron decided to sell land needed for the trail to be built.

From SFGate...

Business, Economy & Jobs Parks & Recreation

What a Theme Park Giant Merger Means for California

11/05/2023
Two theme park giants, Six Flags and Cedar Fair, announced they are merging. It could have potential impacts on California theme parks like Six Flags Magic Mountain, Knott’s Berry Farm and Six Flags Discovery Kingdom.

From MiceChat...

Parks & Recreation History

Two Disneyland Voices Are Moving On

10/27/2023
Camille Dixon, the announcer for Disney California Adventure, and her husband, Bill Rogers, the voice of Disneyland, are moving on from this work. They have been at the parks for more than 40 years combined.

From Carmichael Times...

Parks & Recreation Community Service & Support

Family Sponsors Jensen Memorial

10/26/2023
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Grandchildren of Charles and Marguerite Jensen will honor their ancestors with new plantings, a plaque and a memorial bench.

From YubaNet...

Art & Culture Parks & Recreation

California State Parks and Partners Launch ‘Arts in California Parks’ Program

10/26/2023
Through this new program, artists, culture bearers, and California Native American tribes will be eligible to receive funding to create artwork throughout state and local parks.

From Rio Linda Messenger...

Parks & Recreation County of Sacramento

Dry Creek Parkway Trail Project to Break Ground in 2025

10/26/2023
The Sacramento County Department of Regional Parks is laying the groundwork for its Dry Creek Parkway Trail project.

From CapPublicRadio...

Parks & Recreation

How to Get a Permit to Cut Down a Christmas Tree in Northern California

10/25/2023
Harvesting your own Christmas tree is a holiday tradition—and in the next couple weeks, permits to do so are opening up in forests throughout the state. Among them is the El Dorado National Forest.

From CapPublicRadio...

Parks & Recreation City of Sacramento

New South Sacramento Trail Seeks to Expand Options for Transit

10/20/2023
As part of the city’s effort to enhance infrastructure in underserved areas, Sacramento announced the completion of the South Sacramento River Parkway Trail West, which connects Meadowview to the soon-to-be-finished Del Rio Trail.

From Rio Linda Messenger...

Parks & Recreation

Ribbon Cut on Westside Park Improvements

09/09/2023
The Rio Linda Elverta Recreation and Parks District unveiled the latest improvements to Westside Park, which include a sun shelter structure, a new restroom structure, new planting and walkways, and a cornhole court.

From CapPublicRadio...

Environment Parks & Recreation

Vast Marine Sanctuary Proposed in Partnership with California Tribe

08/27/2023
The Biden administration is one step away from designating the first national marine sanctuary nominated by a tribe. Tribal members of the Chumash, who have lobbied for the creation of this Central Coast preserve for more than a decade, would be involved in managing it.

From Citrus Heights Sentinel...

Art & Culture Parks & Recreation

Three Locations Within Rusch Park Considered for Amphitheater

08/26/2023
A virtual meeting was held by the Sunrise Recreation and Park District on Thursday evening to discuss potential locations for a new performance venue that is being proposed by the Citrus Heights Community Marching Band.

From Citrus Heights Sentinel...

Art & Culture Parks & Recreation

Planning Underway for Outdoor Performance Venue at Rusch Park

08/17/2023
A flyer posted on Sunrise Recreation and Park District’s website invites the public to share their thoughts, questions, and concerns on the construction of a new bandshell to be located at Rusch Park.

From CapPublicRadio...

Land Use & Development Parks & Recreation Water Sustainability

Chumash Tribe’s Vision for a Marine Sanctuary Could be Coming True

08/13/2023
Some 7,000 square miles of ocean on California’s Central Coast could soon become the largest national marine sanctuary in the continental U.S. It could also make history as one of the first federal sanctuaries to be spearheaded by a Native American tribe.

From Elk Grove Citizen...

City of Elk Grove Education Parks & Recreation

Neighborhood Park Is Dedicated to Renowned Elk Grove Educator

08/11/2023
The legacy of Arnold J. Adreani was celebrated when a neighborhood park was dedicated to him. The Elk Grove educator worked as the principal of Joseph Kerr Middle School for 26 years before dedicating much of his retirement to providing scholarships to local students.

From The Galt Herald...

City of Galt City of Galt Parks and Recreation Commission Parks & Recreation Sports

Parks and Rec Waits for Impact of Field Reservation System

08/02/2023
At its July 26 meeting, the Galt Parks and Recreation Commission discussed how to prioritize youth sports groups. Parks and Recreation Director Armando Solis said his department has developed a way for sports groups to reserve fields online.

From Citrus Heights Sentinel...

Parks & Recreation City of Citrus Heights

When Will the New Nature Park in Citrus Heights Open?

07/15/2023
A 23-acre open space park with a nearly mile-long paved trail through a new housing development off Arcadia Drive is expected to be completed in the fall.

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Parks & Recreation History Government

Hidden History in the Birthplace of California

07/08/2023
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Pam Marino of Monterey County Weekly reports that the city government there is grappling with a unique problem: How to provide access to the places that make Monterey “the most historic city in California.”

From Comstock's Magazine...

Parks & Recreation

Up, Up and Away With Yolo Ballooning Adventures

07/06/2023
Morning dawns on a field bordered by residential homes a little over a mile north of Winters. Eight passengers approach the launch site where a hot air balloon will take them high above Capay Valley farmlands on one of the first perfect flying days of the year.

From Folsom Telegraph...

Public Safety Parks & Recreation City of Folsom

Folsom Holds Groundbreaking for New Park, Fire Station

07/05/2023
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The Folsom Ranch Plan Area welcomed its two newest additions, Prospector Park and Fire Station 34.

From Folsom Telegraph...

Parks & Recreation History Community Service & Support

El Dorado Hills Community Services District Park Parties Bring Communities Together

07/05/2023
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Continuing “park party” tradition, the El Dorado Hills Community Services District hosted a free public party to highlight a local park and historic site on June 28 at Fairchild Park, 3025 Brackenwood Place, in El Dorado Hills.

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