Recreational trails board debates, votes on 2024 project proposals
The Alabama Recreational Trails Advisory Board discussed and voted on its 2024 grant proposals during their annual meeting on Dec. 17.
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Nominations open for Eagle Awards to honor special contributors to Alabama State Parks
The prestigious Eagle Awards recognize special contributors to Alabama's 21 state parks.
December 9, 2024
Celebrate the holidays by visiting “Wonderland Under Warrior” at Rickwood Caverns
Visitors navigate a self-guided tour through a series of holiday-themed rooms.
November 19, 2024
Public support of conservation efforts at state parks improve natural habitats
Alabama State Parks rely on visitor fees and the support of other partners like local communities.
March 29, 2024
Ivey projects tourism to generate $24 billion in revenue by year’s end
The impact of the state's tourism industry has more than doubled in size over the past decade.
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See recent postsState parks: Jewels of nature
When 77 percent of voting Alabamians passed a statewide amendment to improve our 21 state parks, they did us a favor.
ADEM presents check to repave roads at two state parks with recycled tires
The grant will cover repaving parking areas and 4.8 miles of roads at Lake Guntersville State Park as well as DeSoto State Park.
July 19, 2021
Alabama Bicentennial Stamp unveiled
Saturday, the U.S. Postal Service commemorated Alabama’s bicentennial and entry as the 22nd state in the union. The USPS unveiled the Alabama Statehood Forever stamp during the Alabama200 ceremony at the EarlyWorks Children’s Museum in Huntsville. “Since becoming America’s 22nd state on December 14, 1819, Alabama has built a rich history grounded in the diversity, … Continued
Gulf State Fishing Pier offers special August shark fishing opportunities
Tuesday, the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources announces that there will be special shark fishing days at the state’s Gulf State Fishing Pier. The following dates have been selected for managed shark fishing at the Gulf State Park Saltwater Fishing Pier: August 12, 14, 19, 21, 26 and 28. The shark fishing will … Continued
McCutcheon chief of staff Jim Entrekin moves on; new chief of staff in limbo
House Speaker Mac McCutcheon, R-Monrovia, announced on Monday, that Jim Entrekin, his chief of staff accepted a new position within the state Legislature as general counsel for the Legislative Services Agency. “I congratulate Jimmy on this well-earned new opportunity, and as grateful as I am to have had him as my chief of staff, it … Continued