California Parks Now Coalition

A coalition of diverse voices advancing equitable access in our parks. We are committed to public health, social equity & environmental justice. #ParksForAll

[California Parks Now Coalition @CAParksNow]

What do parks mean to you, especially during a pandemic? We asked, you answered! Share if you love parks and tell us why. We believe in #ParksForAll- learn more at https://t.co/Sh2lfzbLIz #LoveLetterToParks

[ActiveSGV @ActiveSGV]

Ride for wildfire recovery! Join the free Altadena Community Bike Ride Oct 26, 9 AM at Loma Alta Park.

🚲 RSVP: https://t.co/jI4O7J6qxV

[Airport2Park @Airport2Park]

Human connection to nature has declined 60% in 200 years, study finds. We need parks more than ever.
https://t.co/V9mWe1s9la

[Trust for Public Land @tpl_org]

Don’t miss this NBC OpenRoad episode that tells the story of the beloved Cotoni-Coast Dairies, a landscape TPL helped protect north of Santa Cruz, which now holds a state park, national monument, and decades of history 🌊📺 https://t.co/mhrvSrYPLX

[Pacoima Beautiful @PB__Community]

We’re excited to share the stories behind how Pacoima Beautiful got started through a series of conversations with our founder. We spoke with Marlene Grossman, one of the original founders, about what brought her to Pacoima and what inspired her to plant the roots of this work.

[California Parks Now Coalition @CAParksNow]

DYK: Juneteenth (6/19) is a free entrance day at national parks this year, so be sure to take advantage of of it. #ParksForAll
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[California Parks Now Coalition @CAParksNow]

Great day of agency, legislator, and leg staff meetings yesterday in Sacramento! #ParksNow #CapitolDay #ParksForAll

[California Parks Now Coalition @CAParksNow]

"Until this moment, I wouldn’t have considered this particular hike to be accessible to those in wheelchairs, but with Nicassio’s all-terrain rig, it’s a possibility." #ParksForAll
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[California Parks Now Coalition @CAParksNow]

Different kind of park access: the California State Library Parks Pass program offers library card holders free, day-use entry to over 200 different California State Parks. #ParksForAll
https://t.co/2kYMZUIfTG

[California Parks Now Coalition @CAParksNow]

SAVE THE DATES: Registration open for the 4th annual #CaliforniaStateParksWeek 6/11-15. Over 100 free events across #CA’s 280 state parks and celebrate everything that makes these public lands so special.
https://t.co/MJhbHPg3XQ

[California Parks Now Coalition @CAParksNow]

"Every element and feature of this park is designed to highlight the natural habitat, and to provide access to, and appreciation of this land." #SweetwaterPark opens in #ChulaVista today! 🌿🌿👋🏽 #ParksForAll
https://t.co/hKaY7yMoHC

[California Parks Now Coalition @CAParksNow]

"expanding the Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area by preserving the adjacent 118,000 acres of land within the Rim of the Valley will increase access to nature for local families and people of all ages and backgrounds." #ParksForAll
https://t.co/sPB6Y8PTdx

[California Parks Now Coalition @CAParksNow]

DYK: Redwood National Parks Conservancy announced opportunities for you to volunteer to help restore CA's amazing Redwood state and national parks?! #ParksForAll 🌿💪🏽💪🏽💪🏽
https://t.co/EYABqsyFpF

[California Parks Now Coalition @CAParksNow]

"Teachers will notice it’s nearly impossible to schedule field trips. Hikers will notice permits...aren’t posted yet...And visitors wanting to book...tours or camp will notice delays in those opportunities."
https://t.co/4QlG920Oxr

[California Parks Now Coalition @CAParksNow]

"Parks announced that 'ranger programs in the parks are cancelled until further notice.' The parks did not elaborate about the meaning or possible impacts to visitor experiences." Federal budget cuts threaten #CA's national parks. https://t.co/yjBGurPlSr

[California Parks Now Coalition @CAParksNow]

DYK: you can celebrate #EarthMonth in April by volunteering for projects @CAStateParks. Click the link to find out the where and when of opportunities across the state. 🌿💪 #ParksForAll
https://t.co/6dHx3vn5s8

[California Parks Now Coalition @CAParksNow]

“Through technical assistance, community-driven solutions, and a commitment to equity, we have ensured that the hardest-to-reach places — where families haven’t been able to walk to a park — are finally getting the green space they deserve.” #ParksForAll
https://t.co/xPgPIRCWKI

[California Parks Now Coalition @CAParksNow]

"But there is still plenty to be proud of, the rolling orchards, blacksmith shops, rental property, and an entire state park, can all be tied to a family of Black California pioneers." #ParksForAll
https://t.co/w1w9TOp9vc

[California Parks Now Coalition @CAParksNow]

“The Route to Parks program embodies California’s commitment to making valuable recreational, environmental, cultural or historical learning experiences available to all Californians," Gloria Sandoval @CalNatResources #ParksForNow

[California Parks Now Coalition @CAParksNow]

"A dozen individual bills [that] are part of the EXPLORE Act package...would fund more urban parks and trails, particularly in low-income communities." #ParksForAll
https://t.co/CsmkGAd5X2

[California Parks Now Coalition @CAParksNow]

Celebrate #BlackHistoryMonth at LA County Parks. Lots going on this month!
https://t.co/YF7M61bSCQ