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Michigan Recreation 101 Receives National Recognition

Posted on September 22, 2012 by admin

The Michigan Department of Natural Resources (DNR) Parks and Recreation Division has been honored by the National Association of State Park Directors. The association recently gave its 2012 President’s Award to the agency in recognition of its Recreation 101 program—a … Continue reading →

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Georgia: Don Carter State Park Construction Update

Posted on September 6, 2012 by admin

Work on Don Carter State Parkoff northeastern Lake Lanier is on track. “We’re pleased that we’re moving forward and everything is on schedule,” said Kim Hatcher, public affairs coordinator for the Parks, Recreation, and Historic Sites division of the Georgia … Continue reading →

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Texas State Park Receives $10,000 from Coca-Cola

Posted on August 29, 2012 by admin

Bastrop State Parkwas awarded a $10,000 grant from Coca-Cola and will use the windfall to underwrite the continued building of new park trails. The fire-ravaged Texas State Park is received the grant in connection with Coca-Cola’s “America Is Your Park” … Continue reading →

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Everyone Finds Calcite Crystals at Crater of Diamonds

Posted on August 3, 2012 by admin

All visitors to the Crater of Diamonds State Park find calcite crystals. The following information provided by the Arkansas State Park gives potential visitors to the park a little bit more about this interesting and useful little crystal. The diamond … Continue reading →

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Free Wireless at Missouri State Parks

Posted on June 9, 2012 by admin

If you like to camp out, but aren’t quite ready to leave the digital world behind, we have some good news. Another state park system—Missouri State Parks, a division of the Missouri Department of National Resources—is now offering free wireless … Continue reading →

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Geocaching Avian Adventure

Posted on June 7, 2012 by admin

A new geocaching program offers modern-day treasure hunters an exciting adventure filled with a variety of challenges, rewards, and bird-brained fun! The Minnesota State Parks and Trails Geocaching Avian Adventure will take you across Minnesota—discovering the hidden gems of the … Continue reading →

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Vote to Help Bastrop State Park Back From the Ashes

Posted on June 4, 2012 by admin

Bastrop State Park is making a strong comeback after last Labor Day Weekend’s devastating wildfire that burned most of the park. Now there’s a way you can help bring Bastrop State Park back from the ashes. An additional $100,000 would … Continue reading →

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Bear Attack Reported at Arizona Campground

Posted on June 1, 2012 by admin

An Arizona woman was injured this morning (May 1) when a bear ripped a hole in the tent where she, her husband, and their dog had been sleeping at Ponderosa Campground in Tonto National Forest, just off Highway 260 about … Continue reading →

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California Road Trips 2012 Focuses On Family Road Trips

Posted on June 1, 2012 by admin

It’s family road trip season and California Road Trips 2012 encourages visitors to hit the road and explore the Golden State, with this year’s focus on fun for the entire family. The newly released guide maps out special two- to … Continue reading →

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Vote for Your Favorite Park 2012

Posted on May 29, 2012 by admin

The third annual America Is Your Park campaign was launched last week (May 23) by Coca-Cola Live Positively. Parks are the anchors of our communities, providing places for friends, families, and neighbors to be active and enjoy the outdoors together. … Continue reading →

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