It doesn’t get much better than this.
📍 Fort Niagara State Park
📷 Heidi Lauger

Black Birders Week takes flight at our New York City parks this week! We’re proud to do our part to make all feel welcome in birding and the outdoors. ow.ly/jr9F50S0VIH

Live music, birding, exhibits, star parties, and more at our parks and historic sites this weekend! #SeeYouOutThere
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Smithsonian exhibit, North Country flair! Sackets Harbor Battlefield State Historic Site is the proud host of the special Smithsonian traveling exhibition “Voices and Votes: Democracy in America,” now through June 29, featuring North Country stories and special programs.

We hope you made some outstanding memories at one of our parks or historic sites this weekend. Help us celebrate a century of memories by taking part in the Share Your Story project. Tell us your Parks story at parks.ny.gov/100/story.
📍Lake Taghkanic State Park
📷 Bea Ordonez

Our interactive history timeline Blazing a Trail is making headlines! Painting a picture of our system’s rich history in a mobile-friendly and engaging way, the first two installments are available to view now. Explore NY State Parks history for yourself. ow.ly/F7qJ50RUArF

Looking for summer camping inspiration? Check out the 2024 NYS Camping Guide! Find all of the information you need to make your stay at a NY State Park campground a breeze. 💨

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📸: Tyler Loomis

On Memorial Day, we remember those who died serving in the United States military. Our Purple Heart Hall of Honor in New Windsor collects and preserves the stories of all who were wounded or killed in action. Today, take a moment to join us in reflecting on their legacies.

William Pryor Letchworth was born on this day in 1823. Environmental Educator Conrad Baker reflects on his legacy, and how it comes to life at Letchworth State Park. ow.ly/22QR50RUzYZ

In the market for new summer gear? Now through May 28, take 20% off all Parks Store merch! Grab all of your gear to celebrate Juneteenth, Pride Month, the Centennial, and more!

🛍️ Shop now: nystateparks.store

You’ve been waiting all year for a view like this! It’s great to see everyone at our parks, campgrounds, boat launches and historic sites this weekend.
📍 Moreau Lake State Park, Gansevoort
📷Juan Perez

Boat smart – and safe – this summer! As part of Safe Boating Week, here are some tips to remember as you head out on the water:
🛶 Boat sober
🦺 Wear your lifejacket
️🛥️ Take a safe boating course
📖 Explore the 2024 Boater’s Guide

Dive into your passion for swimming and become a certified lifeguard today. New York State Parks is currently hiring lifeguards for our beaches, pools, and lakes across New York State. 🌊

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With sunny days ahead, we're excited for you to jump back in our pools, lakes, and beaches! Here are a few tips to help keep conditions in mind while staying safe and having fun near the water. Check out our safe swimming blog post to learn more! 🏊 ow.ly/pX5x50RU7mj

X: We’re kicking off summer with a birthday extravaganza at Jones Beach State Park! This weekend, we’re celebrating our Centennial, Jones Beach’s 95th birthday, and Bethpage Airshow's 20th anniversary. #SeeYouOutThere at Centennial celebrations near you. ow.ly/irFi50RUlmf

It’s almost time to set that out-of-office reply to “gone fishing!”
📍 Thompson’s Lake Campground, East Berne
📷 Sara Fredericks

Following historic storms last July, the Appalachian Trail at Bear Mountain State Park was forced to close. However after 10 months of hard work from our staff and partners, we are happy to welcome you back to the A-T this Memorial Day weekend! ow.ly/xBhI50RU0m1

Happy National Road Trip Day! 🚙

We often visit state parks and historic sites for beautiful views, but New York is unique! Here are some peculiar spots to put on your road trip list this summer. What are other quirky spots have you visited at our parks and sites?

In recognition of Asian-American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, our latest blog post explores the stories of the service, courage, patriotism, and sacrifice of selected AAPI members in the National Purple Heart Hall of Honor. ow.ly/a2eo50RT9cq

Today, while visiting Jones Beach, Governor Kathy Hochul announced more investments in New York’s beaches as part of the NY SWIMS initiative. These plans include providing greater access to state-of-the-art swim facilities and more funding for safety measures. governor.ny.gov/news/ahead-mem…