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3 posts published by New York State Parks during August 2025| New York State Parks and Historic Sites Blog
3 posts published by New York State Parks during August 2025| New York State Parks and Historic Sites Blog
A statue of abolitionist and writer Solomon Northup, whose story was told in his memoir and the Academy Award-winning film Twelve Years a Slave, has provided a space for reflection at Saratoga Spa State Park this summer. The 13-foot bronze “Hope Out of Darkness” sculpture was unveiled during a July 10 ceremony attended by Northup … Continue reading Returning Home: Solomon Northup at Saratoga Spa State Park→| New York State Parks and Historic Sites Blog
Humans aren’t the only species of animals that enjoy state parks. Park staff will occasionally find clues of what animals may live there, such as scat, a chewed branch, or a feather. But we don’t a…| New York State Parks and Historic Sites Blog
Our system of parks and historic sites was founded on the principle that everyone deserves affordable access to the outdoors. A century later, New York State Parks and Historic Sites is still helping New Yorkers reap the physical and mental benefits of connecting with nature and history. While our low fees for camping, park day-use, … Continue reading How to Save Money All Year at State Parks and Historic Sites→| New York State Parks and Historic Sites Blog
A day spent at the beach or by the pool in the summer is a core Long Island experience. There’s nothing better than a dip in the water to cool off from the heat, and a trip to Jones Beach State Par…| New York State Parks and Historic Sites Blog
New York is a state of great eats. Some of the regional delicacies born here have conquered the world, like Buffalo’s wings and Saratoga’s potato chips. Others, like Utica’s tomato pie and Plattsburgh’s Michigans, remain fiercely local treasures. But they all pair magnificently with a state park or historic site! Follow along as our team … Continue reading Hungry for New York? Discover Dishes and Destinations That Satisfy→| New York State Parks and Historic Sites Blog
For millions, summer on Long Island means time spent in the sun, the sand and the sea. Iconic Jones Beach State Park drew 9.5 million visitors to its expansive sandy shores in 2024, followed by Rob…| New York State Parks and Historic Sites Blog
3 posts published by New York State Parks during July 2025| New York State Parks and Historic Sites Blog
Most people have heard about insect declines, with recent headlines like “The Insect Apocalypse Is Here” and “The Great Insect Decline: Why Scientists Are Sounding the Alarm.” Bumble bees and butterflies are the best-known examples of declining groups, but there is a growing body of evidence documenting downward trends in other insects. Fireflies, famous for … Continue reading Dark Skies for Fireflies: Searching for New York’s Rare Nighttime Wonders →| New York State Parks and Historic Sites Blog
Our state golf courses host thousands of rounds each year. Everyone who puts a peg in the ground has a story to tell about themselves, their round, why they chose that club and that ball, or why they showed up to that course on that day. And what keeps them coming back. With the Ryder … Continue reading Time to Tee it Up: Sunken Meadow, James Baird and Dinsmore Golf Courses→| New York State Parks and Historic Sites Blog
Ganondagan’s Indigenous Music & Arts Festival is a vibrant celebration of Indigenous cultures, held annually at Ganondagan State Historic Site in Victor, southeast of Rochester near Canandaigua…| New York State Parks and Historic Sites Blog
School’s out, the temperature is rising, and everyone’s thoughts are turning to summer getaways. If you’re looking for a new place to spend an afternoon, a weekend, or longer and …| New York State Parks and Historic Sites Blog
Get Outdoors and Get Together Day 2025 is in the books! On the second Saturday of June each year, select state parks and public lands hold Get Outdoors and Get Together Day to bring outdoor recreat…| New York State Parks and Historic Sites Blog
The final chapter of the interactive history timeline, Blazing a Trail: A History of NY State Parks and Historic Sites, has been released, completing the chronicling and sharing of our agency’…| New York State Parks and Historic Sites Blog
4 posts published by New York State Parks during June 2025| New York State Parks and Historic Sites Blog
From placid lakes and intimate mountain streams to broad rivers and sea-foamed saltwater coast, the state park system offers limitless fishing possibilities and the enticing prospect of “tight line…| New York State Parks and Historic Sites Blog
Like the first birdsong, the start of Major League Baseball is a sign of spring. Baseball fans celebrate the start of the season every year, but there are two other “baseball holidays” circled on t…| New York State Parks and Historic Sites Blog
3 posts published by New York State Parks during February 2025| New York State Parks and Historic Sites Blog
As our understanding of history grows, so do the stories we tell about our past. The upcoming commemorations of the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution (2025) and the 400th anniversary of …| New York State Parks and Historic Sites Blog
If you’ve explored our Blazing A Trail Centennial timeline, you’ll know that the creation of New York’s state park system was influenced in part by two larger social movements: A new environmental …| New York State Parks and Historic Sites Blog
There’s nothing quite like a New York summer! It’s peak season at New York State Parks and Historic Sites. Camping is in full swing, whether it’s in one of our cabins, or in tents or RVs. The swimm…| New York State Parks and Historic Sites Blog
The New York State Office of Parks, Recreation, and Historic Preservation recently introduced three new Junior Ranger Buddies to our parks and facilities. To start the conversation between children…| New York State Parks and Historic Sites Blog
