Golf courses in Florida state parks? US Congressman Brian Mast speaks about golf course proposals at Jonathan Dickinson State Park I’ve never had a special license plate before, but I recently decided to get one of the Florida plates that feature the tip of a red kayak going down a river, a turtle on a […]
Changes at Whetstone Park include the installation of drainage pipes Changes at Whetstone Park include the installation of a drainage pipe in a large field between the pond, high school and Olentangy Bike Trail Don’t count on being able to cast your line at Whetstone Casting Pond anytime soon. The pond in Clintonville Park remains […]
The Florida Department of Environmental Protection proposes adding facilities such as pickleball courts, lodges and 18-hole golf courses to nine state parks. Golf courses in Florida state parks? US Congressman Brian Mast speaks about golf course proposals at Jonathan Dickinson State Park A torrent of criticism of proposed golf courses at Jonathan Dickinson State Park […]
A memorandum of understanding between the City of Savannah and Friends of Forsyth Park Conservancy will wait two more weeks for a City Council vote as stakeholders continue to meet on the issue. The Savannah City Council took up the issue a second time at its meeting Thursday, and the measure is now scheduled to […]
Jonathan Dickinson State Park spans 10,500 acres between Hobe Sound and Tequesta in Martin County and offers visitors camping, hiking, biking, boating, kayaking, horseback riding, wildlife viewing and World War II history. The expansive views from Hobe Mountain Tower are unmatched, as the ancient sand dune, rising 85 feet above sea level, is the highest […]
Joshua Tree National Park adapts to increasing visitor numbers David Smith, director of Joshua Tree National Park, talks about dealing with the increasing number of visitors. Jay Calderon, Palm Springs Desert Sun Visitors to Joshua Tree National Park will have one less campsite to choose from after authorities closed a campground and visitor center earlier […]
Eve examples | TCPALM/Treasure Coast Newspapers Golf and pickleball planned in Florida state parks A new initiative could support the development of state parks in Florida. Fox – 13 News This column was originally published on May 10, 2011. It is being republished as there are new reports about the possible expansion of Jonathan Dickinson […]
What are the state symbols of Oregon? From birds to beverages, flowers to fossils, these icons of history, nature and pride represent Oregon. The Oregon Parks and Recreation Department will close or partially close some parks and campgrounds for construction beginning this fall and winter. The closures include very popular locations such as Silver Falls, […]
Near the busy intersection of South Broadway and West Alameda Avenue in Denver’s Baker neighborhood stands an unused dog park with its entrances padlocked shut. Local pet owners can rejoice because the opening is imminent – even if the park may only exist for a few years. Broadway Bark — the official name of the […]
“A Walk in the Park” is an ongoing series by State Journal photographer Nick King, who plans to explore Lansing-area parks for an hour at a time. If you have a suggestion for a park he should visit, email him at [email protected]. The Red Cedar Natural Area in Meridian Township is a wild park along […]
