state parks

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.

Jacob Holmes

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August 31, 2022

Opinion

State 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.

Beth Chapman

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June 13, 2022

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

Brandon Moseley

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February 27, 2019

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

Brandon Moseley

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August 8, 2018

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

Charlie Walker

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July 17, 2018