Parks authorities in California are plotting an aggressive expansion of their state park system, adding land to the state’s holdings even as the federal government seeks to sell off public lands.
On April 22, California Governor Gavin Newsom announced the established of three new state parks and the launch of the “State Parks Forward” initiative.
“Through the State Parks Forward initiative, we’re expanding our parks system with three new state parks, creating new outdoor recreation opportunities for Central Valley communities, and deepening our conservation commitments, and preserving our lands for generations of Californians to come,” Newsom said.
Through the State Parks Forward initiative, California is plotting a “30 by 30” strategy, aiming to expand the area of public lands under California State Parks control by 30,000 acres by 2030.
California State Parks says the process of adding three new parks in the Central Valley to its portfolio will commence immediately.
“Starting today, State Parks will begin the planning and acquisition process for the three new parks, spanning approximately 330 miles from one end of the Central Valley to the other,” the parks authority said.
“Each provides something not currently offered at a state park, whether it be access to two more local rivers or an important piece of California history. All parks are publicly held and can be acquired at little to no cost to the state.”
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