The First 70 and how to Save our State Parks


The First 70 is an inspiring journey through California to visit the majestic state parks slated to close due to budget cuts. Experience the beauty and history that may be lost forever, and meet the people who are working to preserve the places they love for everyone to enjoy. Check out the trailer below:




PARKS IN CRISIS
California’s 280 state parks have been set aside to preserve and protect some of the most culturally and naturally significant places in our state. From sandy beaches to ancient redwood forests, California’s state parks provide countless opportunities for recreation and relaxation, while historic parks provide a glimpse into the past and priceless educational experiences for visitors of all ages.
However, all of this is at risk as budget cuts continue to starve our state park system. Over the past few years budget cuts to state parks have resulted in drastic service reductions and partial closures. Proposals to close state parks were averted in 2008 and 2009, but have now become a reality.

For the first time in history California is signing state parks out of existence. Now might be a good time to see them.
PLANNED PARK CLOSURES
On May 13, 2011, the Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR) released a list of 70 park proposed for closure due to a $22 million general fund budget cut. These 70 state parks were scheduled to close by July 1, 2012.
Over the past year, numerous CSPF partners and private donors have stepped up to fashion temporary deals with DPR to keep most of these parks open. To date, some 30 agreements have been signed with the state and approximately 20 more are in the works. However, these agreements are short-term and meant to buy time.
While it is important for us all to celebrate these reprieves, we must not lose sight of the fact that California’s 280 state parks need long-term funding solutions to ensure that they stay open and protected - and permanently saved from closure.We are not out of the woods yet, not even close. California’s entire state park system remains threatened.



SPEAK UP
VOLUNTEER
Join the Park Champions Program for volunteering in state parks throughout the year
Advocate for state parks by going on lobby visits in the Capitol during our annual Park Advocacy Day.
CONTRIBUTE


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