Park Advocacy Day Bears Fruit

Posted on 6th April, 20

Good news for outdoor lovers! The fiscal year 2020-2021 includes $110 million in capital funding for State Parks, a $300 million Environmental Protection Fund, a historic $3 billion “Restore Mother Nature” Environmental Bond Act, as advocated for at Park Advocacy Day. Thank you to all those who have volunteered their time to make this possible....

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New York Parks Honor History

Posted on 6th April, 20

State historic sites memorialize the people and events that make New York unique. The Office of Parks, Recreation, and Historic Preservation is committed to making sure the stories they tell are inclusive and respectful. Historic sites make a more tolerant society through interpretation, programming, and partnerships....

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Want to Visit a Park? Be Smart! Take the #ParksPledge

Posted on 3rd April, 20

Now, more than ever, we’re understanding just how important parks and trails are to our collective well-being. Help keep parks open and safe for everyone by taking the #ParksPledge to avoid crowds, practice social distancing, and staying local....

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What’s in a Name? Who was Franny Reese?

Posted on 3rd April, 20

Have you ever wondered how a state park got its name? Today we explore Franny Reese State Park in Ulster County and its namesake, an extraordinary woman and champion of the Hudson Valley....

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I Love My Park Day Canceled This Year

Posted on 3rd April, 20

Regretfully, I Love My Park Day will not take place on May 2 this year due to the COVID-19 public health crisis. However the commitment of our event organizers, sponsors and partners is worth celebrating and PTNY is planning to do just that, this Spring....

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PTNY Partner Spotlight: Andy Fyfe

Posted on 3rd April, 20

We sat down with one of our primary partners to learn more about his role at OPRHP and his vision of what the next 10 years has in store for our iconic state park system....

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