Sentences with phrase «of state parks»

For example, he shut down dozens of state parks as a budget cutting measure.

Keep in mind, the beach is part of a state park, so you shouldn't remove any of the glass.

They'll also talk about the economic impact of state parks.

You're within walking distance of upscale shops and restaurants while a wealth of state parks and natural wonders are yours to discover.

There are small strips of beach along the ponds of this state park.

We enjoyed the proximity of the state park and several local beaches.

Park in the main lot of the state park grounds, then check in at the visitor centre to ride one of the park's...

Park in the main lot of the state park grounds, then check in at the visitor center to ride one of the park's shuttle buses up to the castle for a guided tour.

«I am confident that the 10 percent reduction can be achieved without requiring new closures of state parks or historic site by reevaluating our operations to identify additional efficiencies, eliminating redundancies, and examining how savings from actions taken in the current fiscal year will help in in the next fiscal year,» said Andy Beers, acting commissioner of the Office of Parks Recreation and Historic Preservation, before a joint legislative budget committee this morning.

A dedicated kayak touring company based in the Marineland Marina offering scheduled eco-tours in many of the state parks in Northeast Florida.

Cuomo today announced New York's system of state parks, historic sites, campgrounds, and trails welcomed 71.5 million estimated visitors in 2017.

1 p.m. Hike and Picnic in The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park With a tree canopy that climbs to 125 feet tall, the 10,000 thick acres of this state park offer dramatic changes in elevation and scenery throughout its 30 miles of trails.

Many of the state parks tend to be closer to urban centres, so the likes of Big Basin Redwoods near Santa Cruz, and Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park near the coast, are perfect for unforgettable daytrips into the great outdoors.

After its purchase, the land remained unnamed for many years, but was eventually named New Brighton State Park by the Director of State Parks.

Guests can choose from several room styles with views of the state park or windows and balconies overlooking Lake Michigan.

There are dozens of state parks with boat launches and scenic venues for boaters.

-- Illinois drivers will pay $ 2 more for their license plate stickers next year after Democratic Gov. Pat Quinn signed a bill to pay for better upkeep and care of state parks.

Mark Thomas, the Western District Director of the Office of State Parks, said the soonest the project could start would be 2019, if funding was secured in the very near future.

Funiciello also indicated broadband development in the Adirondack Park should not be prioritized in order to preserve the rural character of the state park.

Against the backdrop of a budget battle that's resulted in millions of dollars in cuts to education programs and the closing of state parks, Savage is facing one of the most entrenched incumbents in the Senate.

Together their continued dedication and commitment to the betterment of our state park system is ensuring these treasured resources will be experienced by generations to come.

In 2010, dozens of state parks faced closure because of a budget crisis and $ 1 billion in backlogged projects.

«At the time of the state parks vote, the League of Conservation Voters said that they would hold accountable all lawmakers who voted in FAVOR of opening the parks by stripping millions of dollars from the Environmental Protection Fund, calling the deal «a colossal blunder,»» Reif said.

Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo announced plans in early September to open Gallagher Beach for swimming as part of a state park at the Outer Harbor.

Jozelene Beckmann, who lives in Belém, home of the state park where the squirrel monkey died, says that monkeys used to cavort along her rooftop and slip inside her home.

Decreasing the vulnerability of coastlines could be achieved by expanding the size of state parks or protected areas.

In the film, Thomasin plays the American daughter of an ex U.S. soldier who has chosen to live off grid in the middle of a state park.

Asked recently about Student / Adult Partnerships focused on improving the elementary school she leads, principal Donnan Stoicovy of State Park, Pennsylvania said this about students as planners:

The highest point in all of Alabama is inside of this state park.

Morro Bay National and State Estuary Located on the east side of the State Park, The Morro Estuary Natural Preserve is an 800 - acre wetland area where fresh water mixes with salty ocean water.

Nearly half of Delaware's coast consists of state parks.

It's just inside the northern boundary of the state park and about 10 1/2 miles south of the community center of Big Sur.

With the richly diverse surroundings of this state park, visitors to the island are bombarded with the sights and sounds of an authentic tropical estuary and animal habitat.

Along the 8 mile Cape Arago Loop in Charleston you'll find a trifecta of State Parks including Oregon Coast's crown jewel, Shore Acres State Park, Sunset Bay State Park and Cape Arago State Park.

A number of state parks and preserves are never crowded, with nature trails and scenic boardwalks to explore.

Acres of state park taken over by exotic invasive plants were restored to native shrubs, trees and grasses.

7:2 - 2.6 Alcoholic beverages prohibited A person shall not possess and / or consume alcoholic beverages on lands and waters under the jurisdiction of the State Park Service except where the sale, use or possession is specifically approved by the Director of the Division of Parks and Forestry or...

Comprehensive list of State Park, South Carolina based driving schools and instructors offering driving lessons & courses.

Patrolled and checked overall safety operations of state park facilities and boat ramps to minimize injuries and liabilities.

In 1878 - 1879 the Wisconsin legislature approved the creation of a state park in Vilas County.

Moving inland, Lake Anna Beach is part of a state park in Spotsylvania.

Park in the main lot of the state park grounds, then check in at the visitor center to ride one of the park's...

Park in the main lot of the state park grounds, then check in at the visitor centre to ride one of the park's shuttle buses up to the castle for a guided tour.

Same with the threatened closure of state parks, methinks.

Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced New York's system of state parks, historic sites, campgrounds, and trails welcomed 71.5 million estimated visitors in 2017.

Paterson said the session was productive, even as several legislators expressed frustration that dozens of state parks — including John Boyd Thacher State Park — are being padlocked.