Tag: outdoor_recreation
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Governor Whitmer Secures $45 Million for Michigan Parks and Outdoor Recreation
Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer announced $45 million in Natural Resources Trust Fund grants for 75 land acquisition and park development projects statewide. This $108.9 million investment expands public access and protects natural resources, marking the fund's 50th anniversary.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessGeneral PoliticsState GovernmentsEconomyEnvironmentEmployment and Labor Michigan Natural Resources Trust FundOutdoor RecreationLand AcquisitionPark DevelopmentGovernor Gretchen WhitmerMichiganConservationOffice of Michigan Governor
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Nebraska Game and Parks Unveils New Access Atlas, Approves 2027 Hunting Seasons Amid Lake McConaughy Ramp Closure
Nebraska Game and Parks released its 2026-2027 Public Access Atlas, detailing 1.3 million acres for outdoor activities. Commissioners approved 2027 mountain lion and bighorn sheep seasons, while Lake McConaughy's last public boat ramp closed due to low water.
Politics and GovernmentSportGeneral PoliticsState GovernmentsEnvironmentEducation Nebraska Game and Parks CommissionPublic Access AtlasHuntingFishingLake McConaughyMountain Lion SeasonOutdoor RecreationNebraska Game and Parks
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Nebraska State Parks Offer Labor Day Camping, Fishing, and Fall Events
Nebraska Game and Parks invites visitors to explore state parks this Labor Day and beyond, offering RV camping, prime fishing spots, and diverse events. Check for adjusted hours and enjoy outdoor activities through fall.
Politics and GovernmentSportState GovernmentsEnvironmentSocial IssuesEducation Nebraska State ParksLabor DayCampingFishingOutdoor RecreationTrail TrekFort AtkinsonNebraska Game and Parks
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Nebraska Game and Parks Announces August Wildlife Viewing Opportunities and Recreation Updates
August is ideal for butterfly viewing across Nebraska's prairies. Lake McConaughy boaters need private launch services due to low water, while youth can enter a September target-shooting competition.
Politics and GovernmentEnvironmentSportState GovernmentsEducationMilitary Nebraska Game and ParksWildlife ViewingButterfliesLake McConaughyBoatingYouth CompetitionOutdoor Recreation
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Virginia State Parks Highlight Summer Fun, Seek Input for Widewater Master Plan
Virginia State Parks invite visitors to enjoy end-of-summer activities, including paddling and Shenandoah road trips. Public input is sought for the Widewater State Park Master Plan, with a survey offering a chance to win a gift certificate.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessEntertainmentSportState GovernmentsEmployment and LaborEnvironmentEducationMusicGeneral Politics Virginia State ParksSummer ActivitiesPaddlingShenandoah ValleyWidewater State ParkMaster PlanOutdoor RecreationReston
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First Partner Siebel Newsom to Highlight State Parks Program for Fourth Graders
First Partner Jennifer Siebel Newsom will mark the new school year by showcasing California's initiative to connect fourth graders with State Parks. The event on August 12, 2026, emphasizes the state's commitment to outdoor education.
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Media Monitor: Sierra Club Announces Final Week for Sweepstakes Entry
The Sierra Club announced the final week to enter its sweepstakes for a guided trip for two to U.S. national parks and other wild places, valued up to $8,000.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessScience & TechnologyEnvironmentSocial IssuesEducationEconomy Sierra ClubSweepstakesNational ParksOutdoor RecreationConservationTravelYosemite
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Nebraska Game and Parks Announces Major Outdoor Expo and Key Hunting Season Discussions
Nebraska Game and Parks highlights the Midwest's largest outdoor expo at Ponca State Park on Sept. 19-20. Commissioners will also discuss 2027 mountain lion and bighorn sheep hunting seasons, alongside state park adjustments and hunter education opportunities.
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Virginia State Parks Offer Diverse Outdoor Activities and Educational Programs
Virginia State Parks invite visitors to explore stroller-friendly trails, plan group camping trips, and engage in educational programs. Upcoming events include hikes, volunteer days, and music.
Politics and GovernmentEducationScience & TechnologyEntertainmentState GovernmentsEnvironmentMusicEmployment and Labor Virginia State ParksOutdoor RecreationCampingFamily-FriendlyEventsHikingReston
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Nebraska Game and Parks Announces Fall Permits, Grants, and August Events
Nebraska Game and Parks opens sales for 2026 fall turkey and leftover big game permits in August. The agency also invites proposals for wildlife viewing grants and hosts various outdoor community events.
Politics and GovernmentEnvironmentEducationMediaState GovernmentsDigital and Print PublishingSocial Issues Nebraska Game and ParksHunting PermitsWildlife ViewingGrantsOutdoor RecreationConservationNebraska
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Nebraska State Parks Announce Fall Expo and Summer Events
Nebraska State Parks offer a packed schedule, from the Missouri River Outdoor Expo at Ponca State Park to kayak cleanups, naturalist hikes, live theater, and historical tours. Improvements are also underway for Lake McConaughy access.
BusinessPolitics and GovernmentEntertainmentState GovernmentsEnvironmentEducationSocial Issues Nebraska State ParksMissouri River Outdoor ExpoPonca State ParkOutdoor RecreationLive TheaterBuffalo Bill RanchLake McConaughyNebraska Game and Parks
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Nebraska Game and Parks Highlights Summer Activities and Hunting Season Updates
Nebraska Game and Parks offers air-conditioned cabins, details new duck hunting bag limits starting August 1, adapts Lake McConaughy for lower water, and announces several August events.
Politics and GovernmentSportEnvironmentState GovernmentsEducationSocial Issues NebraskaState ParksDuck HuntingLake McConaughyFort HartsuffFort AtkinsonOutdoor RecreationNebraska Game and Parks
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Virginia State Parks Expand E-Bike Access, Offer Fall Yurts, and Announce Events
Virginia State Parks now permit e-bikes on designated trails and offer rentals, while fall yurt camping is available at Pocahontas. Belle Isle provides diverse recreation, and the parks are hiring for various roles.
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Nebraska Game and Parks Promotes Summer Outdoor Activities and Conservation Efforts
Nebraska Game and Parks provides summer fishing tips, seeks public help for turkey counts, promotes historical Trail Trek hikes, and highlights various outdoor events and conservation lotteries.
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Arkansas Achieves Record Tourism in 2025 with $17.4 Billion Economic Impact
Arkansas welcomed a record 54.3 million visitors in 2025, generating $17.4 billion in economic impact and supporting over 71,000 jobs, driven by the Natural State Initiative and outdoor recreation investments.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessState GovernmentsEconomyEmployment and LaborEnvironmentEducation ArkansasTourismEconomic ImpactNatural State InitiativeOutdoor RecreationSarah Huckabee SandersBryan SandersArkansas Governor
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Nebraska Game and Parks Offers Summer Fishing Tips, Announces Catfish Stocking and Paddlefish Permit Deadline
Nebraska Game and Parks provides summer fishing tips, announces recent channel and blue catfish stockings, and highlights the July 14 deadline for paddlefish snagging permits, alongside guides for I-80 fishing and community events.
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Virginia State Parks Highlight Diverse Outdoor Activities, Seek Public Input, and Announce Summer Hiring
Virginia State Parks offer extensive hiking, biking, and coastal experiences, inviting public input for Hayfields State Park's master plan and announcing summer job openings across various roles.
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Connecticut Secures $7.1 Million Federal Grant for Air Line State Park Trail Improvements
Connecticut secures $7.1 million in federal funds for the Air Line State Park Trail, initiating a $40 million project to enhance outdoor recreation and public health in rural communities through improved trail access and community engagement.
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Nebraska Game and Parks Offers Guided Lewis and Clark History Hike
Nebraska Game and Parks invites the public to a guided hike on July 11 near Nebraska City, tracing the Lewis and Clark expedition. The event includes living history and author Joe Starita, part of the "Your Parks Adventure" series.
Politics and GovernmentSportState GovernmentsEducationEnvironmentSocial Issues Lewis and ClarkNebraska Game and ParksGuided HikeNebraska CityHistoryOutdoor RecreationJoe Starita
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Nebraska Game and Parks Announces Permit Sales, New Aquatic Facility, and Boating Safety Campaign
Nebraska Game and Parks reveals July 8 permit sales for resident deer and antelope hunters, opens a new aquatic facility at Fort Robinson State Park, and launches Operation Dry Water for boating safety July 3-5.
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Nebraska Game and Parks Announces Hunting Permit Sales, New Aquatic Facility, and Boating Safety Campaign
Nebraska Game and Parks announced resident deer and antelope permits go on sale July 10, a new aquatic facility opened at Fort Robinson State Park, and Operation Dry Water will increase boating safety enforcement July 3-5.
Politics and GovernmentSportEnvironmentLaw EnforcementState GovernmentsEducationSocial IssuesTransportation Nebraska Game and ParksHunting PermitsFort Robinson State ParkAquatic FacilityOperation Dry WaterBoating SafetyOutdoor Recreation
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Virginia State Parks Offer Summer Adventures, Seek Public Input, and Announce Job Openings
Virginia State Parks are promoting summer activities like boating, fishing, and cabin stays. They are also updating Widewater State Park's master plan, hosting events, and hiring for various seasonal and full-time roles.
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Nebraska State Parks Offer Fourth of July Celebrations and Summer Activities
Nebraska Game and Parks offers diverse Fourth of July celebrations at state parks, with designated fireworks areas, camping, and historical explorations. Upcoming events include a Nebraskaland exhibit and living history weekends.
Politics and GovernmentMediaScience & TechnologyState GovernmentsEnvironmentEducationDigital and Print Publishing Nebraska Game and ParksState ParksFourth of JulyCampingFireworksNebraskaland MagazineOutdoor Recreation
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Nebraska State Parks Offer Diverse Summer Activities and Fourth of July Celebrations
Nebraska Game and Parks invites visitors to enjoy Fourth of July events, available RV and tent camping, aquatic centers, and the Trail Trek challenge, alongside special July events and the partial reopening of Fort Robinson.
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Virginia State Parks Announce Summer Activities and 2026 Events
Virginia State Parks offer diverse summer activities like hiking, biking, and paddling, alongside special events in June 2026, including the SAIL250 Parade of Tall Ships, and are currently hiring for seasonal roles.
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Nebraska Game and Parks Unveils Father's Day Outdoor Gift Guide
Nebraska Game and Parks offers five Father's Day gift ideas for outdoor enthusiasts. Options include annual permits, conservation-supporting merchandise, Nebraskaland Magazine subscriptions, and unique prints, encouraging time spent in nature.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessEnvironmentState GovernmentsSocial IssuesEducation Nebraska Game and ParksFather's DayOutdoor RecreationGiftsConservationNebraskaland MagazineState Parks
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Fort Robinson State Park Closes Amid Wildfire; Rare Sturgeon Found in Missouri River
Fort Robinson State Park is temporarily closed due to the South Fork Fire in Sioux and Dawes counties. Meanwhile, Nebraska Game and Parks biologists discovered a rare lake sturgeon that traveled 681 miles in the Missouri River.
EnvironmentPolitics and GovernmentBusinessState GovernmentsEducationSocial IssuesLegalEmployment and Labor Fort Robinson State ParkSouth Fork FireNebraska Game and ParksLake SturgeonMissouri RiverWildlife ManagementOutdoor Recreation
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Virginia State Parks Hosts Summer Celebrations, Emphasizes Safety, and Announces Hiring
Virginia State Parks offers Father's Day and Juneteenth celebrations, alongside summer heat safety tips. The parks also announce upcoming 2026 events and hiring for various seasonal and full-time positions.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessHealthState GovernmentsEmployment and LaborEnvironmentSocial IssuesEducation Virginia State ParksFather's DayJuneteenthOutdoor RecreationHeat SafetyPark EventsEmployment
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Nebraska State Parks Announce Summer Events and Activities
Nebraska Game and Parks invites visitors to explore summer events, guided hikes, and historical reenactments across state parks. A new camper survey is also available to gather feedback on experiences and preferences.
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Gov. Reynolds Establishes Office of Outdoor Recreation to Boost Iowa's Economy
Governor Kim Reynolds established the Iowa Office of Outdoor Recreation to boost the state's $6 billion outdoor economy and nearly 50,000 jobs. This new office will enhance tourism, foster partnerships, and promote natural landscapes.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessState GovernmentsGeneral PoliticsEconomyEmployment and LaborEnvironment IowaOutdoor RecreationExecutive Order 19Kim ReynoldsIowa Economic Development AuthorityState ParksTourismIowa Governors Office