http://www.calparks.org/cspf_podcast.xml en-us ℗ & © 2008 California State Parks Foundation Your Voice for Parks California State Parks Foundation California State Parks Foundation Podcasts CSPF’s new podcast series highlights a different state park each month. Learn about all of the different State Parks, from the deserts, to the beaches, to the Sierras and the Redwoods. You'll find out about the history, environment and the enjoyment provided by these magnificent public lands. California State Parks Foundation Podcasts CSPF’s new podcast series highlights a different state park each month. Learn about all of the different State Parks, from the deserts, to the beaches, to the Sierras and the Redwoods. You'll find out about the history, environment and the enjoyment provided by these magnificent public lands. no members@calparks.org California State Parks Foundation greg@calparks.org http://www.calparks.org/assets/podcasts/podcast-itunes-template2.jpg Government & Organizations California State Parks Foundation In this final episode for 2009 we focus on the state of our state parks after this difficult year, and look ahead at CSPF's efforts to save state parks in 2010! In this final episode for 2009 we focus on the state of our state parks after this difficult year, and look ahead at CSPF's efforts to save state parks in 2010! http://www.calparks.org/podcasts/podcast/2009/cspf-best-trails-o-loughlin-santa-monica-sb.mp3 Tue, 04 January 2010 13:00:00 PDT 6:03 California State Parks Foundation We have one more Favorite Trails Series episode before our year-end wrap up podcast! Follow along as San Francisco Bay resident Dean Menta visits one of his favorite childhood sites: Half Moon Bay State Beach on the Northern California coast. We have one more Favorite Trails Series episode before our year-end wrap up podcast! Follow along as San Francisco Bay resident Dean Menta visits one of his favorite childhood sites: Half Moon Bay State Beach on the Northern California coast. http://www.calparks.org/podcasts/podcast/2009/cspf-best-trails-o-loughlin-santa-monica-sb.mp3 Tue, 08 December 2009 13:00:00 PDT 2:18 California State Parks Foundation In this, the last of our Favorite Trails Series, Tana March takes a day trip to Leo Carrillo State Park in Southern California. Named for actor, preservationist, and conservationist Leo Carrillo, the park offers 1.5 miles of beach for swimming, beachcombing, surfing, and kite-surfing. Come along for a listen! In this, the last of our Favorite Trails Series, Tana March takes a day trip to Leo Carrillo State Park in Southern California. Named for actor, preservationist, and conservationist Leo Carrillo, the park offers 1.5 miles of beach for swimming, beachcombing, surfing, and kite-surfing. Come along for a listen! http://www.calparks.org/podcasts/podcast/2009/cspf-best-trails-o-loughlin-santa-monica-sb.mp3 Mon, 11 November 2009 13:00:00 PDT 2:03 California State Parks Foundation In this episode, Santa Monica resident Laura O’Loughlin describes her favorite SoCal day: taking a ride with her seven-year-old son on the bike path at Santa Monica State Beach. In this episode, Santa Monica resident Laura O’Loughlin describes her favorite SoCal day: taking a ride with her seven-year-old son on the bike path at Santa Monica State Beach. http://www.calparks.org/podcasts/podcast/2009/cspf-best-trails-o-loughlin-santa-monica-sb.mp3 Mon, 19 October 2009 13:00:00 PDT 1:58 Story CSPF California State Parks Foundation, Marion Davies, 1920s, architect Julia Morgan, Annenberg Community Beach House, William Randolph Hearst, history,top 40 years, 40th, CA American California State Parks Foundation In this episode, CSPF member Gerry Low-Sabado visits Pt. Lobos State Reserve in Carmel, which is steeped in family history. In the 1850s, Low-Sabado’s great-great grandparents landed at Pt. Lobos after journeying across the sea from Southern China. In this episode, CSPF member Gerry Low-Sabado visits Pt. Lobos State Reserve in Carmel, which is steeped in family history. In the 1850s, Low-Sabado’s great-great grandparents landed at Pt. Lobos after journeying across the sea from Southern China. http://www.calparks.org/podcasts/podcast/2009/cspf-best-trails-low-sabado.mp3 Mon, 12 October 2009 13:00:00 PDT 2:37 Story CSPF Chinese immigrants Monterey California State Parks Foundation, history,top 40 years, 40th, CA American California State Parks Foundation In this episode, Matt Samet, Editor of Climbing Magazine, takes us rock-climbing at one of his favorite spots in Malibu Creek State Park in Southern California. The climbing wall—about a mile’s hike into the park—looks like it’s been placed there just for climbers. In this episode, Matt Samet, Editor of Climbing Magazine, takes us rock-climbing at one of his favorite spots in Malibu Creek State Park in Southern California. The climbing wall—about a mile’s hike into the park—looks like it’s been placed there just for climbers. http://www.calparks.org/podcasts/podcast/2009/cspf-best-trails-sametmalibucreek-sp.mp3 Mon, 5 October 2009 13:00:00 PDT 2:27 Story CSPF In this episode, Matt Samet, Editor of Climbing Magazine, takes us rock-climbing at one of his favorite spots in Malibu Creek State Park in Southern California. The climbing wall—about a mile’s hike into the park—looks like it’s been placed there just for climbers. California State Parks Foundation, history,top 40 years, 40th, CA American California State Parks Foundation In this episode, avid hiker Bill Rupel treks the Kiln Trail in Fall Creek, which is the northern unit of Henry Cowell Redwood State Park in Santa Cruz. Rupel says Fall Creek is one of the best kept secrets of Henry Cowell – and he likes it that way. In this episode, avid hiker Bill Rupel treks the Kiln Trail in Fall Creek, which is the northern unit of Henry Cowell Redwood State Park in Santa Cruz. Rupel says Fall Creek is one of the best kept secrets of Henry Cowell – and he likes it that way. http://www.calparks.org/podcasts/podcast/2009/cspf-best-trails-rupel.mp3 Mon, 28 September 2009 13:00:00 PDT 2:53 Story CSPF In this episode, avid hiker Bill Rupel treks the Kiln Trail in Fall Creek, which is the northern unit of Henry Cowell Redwood State Park in Santa Cruz. Rupel says Fall Creek is one of the best kept secrets of Henry Cowell – and he likes it that way. California State Parks Foundation, history,top 40 years, 40th, CA American California State Parks Foundation In this episode, Los Angeles resident Mark Saxon checks out the view from Mount San Jacinto State Park near Palm Springs in Southern California. He says what he appreciates most is the diversity of both landscape and climate. In this episode, Los Angeles resident Mark Saxon checks out the view from Mount San Jacinto State Park near Palm Springs in Southern California. He says what he appreciates most is the diversity of both landscape and climate. http://www.calparks.org/podcasts/podcast/2009/cspf-best-trails-saxon.mp3 Mon, 21 September 2009 13:00:00 PDT 2:58 Story CSPF In this episode, Los Angeles resident Mark Saxon checks out the view from Mount San Jacinto State Park near Palm Springs in Southern California. He says what he appreciates most is the diversity of both landscape and climate. California State Parks Foundation, history,top 40 years, 40th, CA American California State Parks Foundation In this episode Santa Cruz resident April Martin takes time-out at The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park in Northern California. The park enchants visitors with a diverse landscape that rises 2,600 feet from sea level to steep coastal mountains. In this episode Santa Cruz resident April Martin takes time-out at The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park in Northern California. The park enchants visitors with a diverse landscape that rises 2,600 feet from sea level to steep coastal mountains. http://www.calparks.org/podcasts/podcast/2009/cspf-best-trails-martin.mp3 Mon, 15 September 2009 13:00:00 PDT 3:01 Story CSPF In this episode, In this episode Santa Cruz resident April Martin takes time-out at The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park in Northern California. The park enchants visitors with a diverse landscape that rises 2,600 feet from sea level to steep coastal mountains. California State Parks Foundation, history,top 40 years, 40th, CA American California State Parks Foundation In this episode, Los Angeles resident Renee Dake-Wilson hikes Borrego Palm Canyon Trail in Anza-Borrego Desert State Park – where she went camping with her son's kindergarten class. She says the trip transformed her son. In this episode, Los Angeles resident Renee Dake-Wilson hikes Borrego Palm Canyon Trail in Anza-Borrego Desert State Park – where she went camping with her son's kindergarten class. She says the trip transformed her son. http://www.calparks.org/podcasts/podcast/2009/cspf-best-trails-dake-wilson.mp3 Mon, 8 September 2009 13:00:00 PDT 3:01 Story CSPF In this episode, Los Angeles resident Renee Dake-Wilson hikes Borrego Palm Canyon Trail in Anza-Borrego Desert State Park – where she went camping with her son's kindergarten class. She says the trip transformed her son. California State Parks Foundation, history,top 40 years, 40th, CA American California State Parks Foundation In this episode, Chico resident, Phil Shumway boulders at Castle Rock State Park in the Santa Cruz Mountains. Bouldering is a type of rock climbing done on low-altitude routes without a rope or any climbing gear. In this episode, Chico resident, Phil Shumway boulders at Castle Rock State Park in the Santa Cruz Mountains. Bouldering is a type of rock climbing done on low-altitude routes without a rope or any climbing gear. http://www.calparks.org/podcasts/podcast/2009/cspf-best-trails-schumway.mp3 Mon, 31 August 2009 13:00:00 PDT 2:38 Story CSPF In this episode, Chico resident, Phil Shumway boulders at Castle Rock State Park in the Santa Cruz Mountains. Bouldering is a type of rock climbing done on low-altitude routes without a rope or any climbing gear. California State Parks Foundation, history,top 40 years, 40th, CA American California State Parks Foundation In this episode, travel expert Amy Ziff shares a cherished childhood memory – exploring Pt. Lobos State Natural Reserve in Carmel with her dad – on the back of his motorcycle. In this episode, travel expert Amy Ziff shares a cherished childhood memory – exploring Pt. Lobos State Natural Reserve in Carmel with her dad – on the back of his motorcycle. http://www.calparks.org/podcasts/podcast/2009/cspf-best-trails-ziff.mp3 Mon, 24 August 2009 13:00:00 PDT 2:38 Story CSPF In this episode, travel expert Amy Ziff shares a cherished childhood memory – exploring Pt. Lobos State Natural Reserve in Carmel with her dad – on the back of his motorcycle. California State Parks Foundation, history,top 40 years, 40th, CA American California State Parks Foundation In this episode, actor and activist Ed Begley, Jr. takes a break at Topanga State Park in Los Angeles’ Santa Monica Mountains. At 11,000 acres, Topanga is the biggest state park within city limits. Thirty-six miles of trails lead hikers through open grassland and live oak with stunning vistas. In this episode, actor and activist Ed Begley, Jr. takes a break at Topanga State Park in Los Angeles’ Santa Monica Mountains. At 11,000 acres, Topanga is the biggest state park within city limits. Thirty-six miles of trails lead hikers through open grassland and live oak with stunning vistas. http://www.calparks.org/podcasts/podcast/2009/cspf-best-trails-begley.mp3 Mon, 17 August 2009 13:00:00 PDT 2:01 Story CSPF In this episode, actor and activist Ed Begley, Jr. takes a break at Topanga State Park in Los Angeles’ Santa Monica Mountains. At 11,000 acres, Topanga is the biggest state park within city limits. Thirty-six miles of trails lead hikers through open grassland and live oak with stunning vistas. California State Parks Foundation, history,top 40 years, 40th, CA American California State Parks Foundation In this episode, Bay Area resident Gary Myrah remembers a family trip to McArthur-Burney Falls Memorial State Park in Northern California. Tired and dusty from a camping trip at Mt. Lassen State Park, the Myrahs decided to have one final adventure before heading home – hiking the Falls Trail to Burney Falls. In this episode, Bay Area resident Gary Myrah remembers a family trip to McArthur-Burney Falls Memorial State Park in Northern California. Tired and dusty from a camping trip at Mt. Lassen State Park, the Myrahs decided to have one final adventure before heading home – hiking the Falls Trail to Burney Falls. http://www.calparks.org/podcasts/podcast/2009/cspf-best-trails-myrah.mp3 Mon, 10 August 2009 13:00:00 PDT 2:18 Story CSPF In this episode, Bay Area resident Gary Myrah remembers a family trip to McArthur-Burney Falls Memorial State Park in Northern California. Tired and dusty from a camping trip at Mt. Lassen State Park, the Myrahs decided to have one final adventure before heading home – hiking the Falls Trail to Burney Falls. California State Parks Foundation, history,top 40 years, 40th, CA American California State Parks Foundation In this episode, CSPF Advisory Board Member Gary Polakovic takes us to Silverwood Lake State Recreation Area in Southern California. He says the park offers many different experiences for visitors all year round – plus, it’s just a one hour drive from Los Angeles. In this episode, CSPF Advisory Board Member Gary Polakovic takes us to Silverwood Lake State Recreation Area in Southern California. He says the park offers many different experiences for visitors all year round – plus, it’s just a one hour drive from Los Angeles. http://www.calparks.org/podcasts/podcast/2009/cspf-best-trails-polakovic.mp3 Mon, 3 August 2009 13:00:00 PDT 2:22 Story CSPF In this episode, CSPF Advisory Board Member Gary Polakovic takes us to Silverwood Lake State Recreation Area in Southern California. He says the park offers many different experiences for visitors all year round – plus, it’s just a one hour drive from Los Angeles. California State Parks Foundation, history,top 40 years, 40th, CA American California State Parks Foundation In this episode, Bay Area resident Diane Wainer beachcombs at Natural Bridges State Beach in Santa Cruz County. The park is known for its amazing *natural bridge which juts out into the ocean. Wainer sets the scene. In this episode, Bay Area resident Diane Wainer beachcombs at Natural Bridges State Beach in Santa Cruz County. The park is known for its amazing *natural bridge which juts out into the ocean. Wainer sets the scene. http://www.calparks.org/podcasts/podcast/2009/cspf-best-trails-wainer.mp3 Mon, 27 July 2009 13:00:00 PDT 2:37 Story CSPF In this episode, In this episode, Bay Area resident Diane Wainer beachcombs at Natural Bridges State Beach in Santa Cruz County. The park is known for its amazing *natural bridge which juts out into the ocean. Wainer sets the scene. California State Parks Foundation, history,top 40 years, 40th, CA American California State Parks Foundation In this episode, outdoorsman Charlie Dimock tells about his favorite trail – the Ecological Staircase at Jug Handle State Natural Reserve in Mendocino County. Dimock says the 2.5-mile path explores five wave-cut terraces formed by glacier, sea and tectonic activity. In this episode, outdoorsman Charlie Dimock tells about his favorite trail – the Ecological Staircase at Jug Handle State Natural Reserve in Mendocino County. Dimock says the 2.5-mile path explores five wave-cut terraces formed by glacier, sea and tectonic activity. http://www.calparks.org/podcasts/podcast/2009/cspf-best-trails-dimock.mp3 Mon, 20 July 2009 13:00:00 PDT 2:49 Story CSPF In this episode, In this episode, outdoorsman Charlie Dimock tells about his favorite trail – the Ecological Staircase at Jug Handle State Natural Reserve in Mendocino County. Dimock says the 2.5-mile path explores five wave-cut terraces formed by glacier, sea and tectonic activity. California State Parks Foundation, history,top 40 years, 40th, CA American California State Parks Foundation In this episode, PG&Environmental Coordinator, Tom Esser, visits Montaña de Oro State Park in San Luis Obispo County, where he often hikes with his family. In this episode, PG&E Environmental Coordinator, Tom Esser, visits Montaña de Oro State Park in San Luis Obispo County, where he often hikes with his family. http://www.calparks.org/podcasts/podcast/2009/cspf-best-trails-esser.mp3 Mon, 13 July 2009 13:00:00 PDT 3:00 Story CSPF In this episode, PG&E Environmental Coordinator, Tom Esser, visits Montaña de Oro State Park in San Luis Obispo County, where he often hikes with his family. California State Parks Foundation, history,top 40 years, 40th, CA American California State Parks Foundation In this episode, Los Angeles resident Lila Rogers-Swensen wanders Kenneth Hahn State Recreation Area with her three-year-old son. This 50 acre park is smack dab in the middle of LA where her little one get’s to feed ducks, there he first learned how to roll down a hill of grass and drop a leaf in water and follow it down a stream. In this episode, Los Angeles resident Lila Rogers-Swensen wanders Kenneth Hahn State Recreation Area with her three-year-old son. This 50 acre park is smack dab in the middle of LA where her little one get’s to feed ducks, there he first learned how to roll down a hill of grass and drop a leaf in water and follow it down a stream. http://www.calparks.org/podcasts/podcast/2009/cspf-best-trails-rogers-swenson.mp3 Mon, 6 July 2009 13:00:00 PDT 2:18 Story CSPF In this episode, Los Angeles resident Lila Rogers-Swensen wanders Kenneth Hahn State Recreation Area with her three-year-old son. This 50 acre park is smack dab in the middle of LA where her little one get’s to feed ducks, there he first learned how to roll down a hill of grass and drop a leaf in water and follow it down a stream. California State Parks Foundation, history,top 40 years, 40th, CA American California State Parks Foundation In this episode Sacramento resident Ruth Sanfillipo jet skies Lake Tahoe in Emerald Bay State Park. In this episode Sacramento resident Ruth Sanfillipo jet skies Lake Tahoe in Emerald Bay State Park. http://www.calparks.org/podcasts/podcast/2009/cspf-best-trails-sanfilippo.mp3 Mon, 29 June 2009 13:00:00 PDT 2:27 Story CSPF In this episode Sacramento resident Ruth Sanfillipo jet skies Lake Tahoe in Emerald Bay State Park. Vikingsholm California State Parks Foundation, history,top 40 years, 40th, CA American California State Parks Foundation In this episode Sacramento resident and writer Rachel Leibrock immerses herself in history at Sutter’s Fort State Historic Park in midtown Sacramento. In this episode Sacramento resident and writer Rachel Leibrock immerses herself in history at Sutter’s Fort State Historic Park in midtown Sacramento. http://www.calparks.org/podcasts/podcast/2009/cspf-best-trails-leibrock.mp3 Mon, 22 June 2009 13:00:00 PDT 2:40 Story CSPF In this episode Sacramento resident and writer Rachel Leibrock immerses herself in history at Sutter’s Fort State Historic Park in midtown Sacramento. California State Parks Foundation, history,top 40 years, 40th, CA American California State Parks Foundation John McCosker, Senior Scientist and Chair of the Department of Aquatic Biology at the California Academy of Sciences, takes us to Ano Neuvo State Natural Reserve in Northern California. While most visitors come to Ano to see elephant seals, McCosker says the area is home to another inhabitant – the great white shark. John McCosker, Senior Scientist and Chair of the Department of Aquatic Biology at the California Academy of Sciences, takes us to Ano Neuvo State Natural Reserve in Northern California. While most visitors come to Ano to see elephant seals, McCosker says the area is home to another inhabitant – the great white shark. http://www.calparks.org/podcasts/podcast/2009/01-cspf-best-trails-mccosker.mp3 Mon, 15 June 2009 13:00:00 PDT 3:03 Story CSPF John McCosker, Senior Scientist and Chair of the Department of Aquatic Biology at the California Academy of Sciences, takes us to Ano Neuvo State Natural Reserve in Northern California. While most visitors come to Ano to see elephant seals, McCosker says the area is home to another inhabitant – the great white shark. California State Parks Foundation, history,top 40 years, 40th, CA American California State Parks Foundation In this episode, Matt Jaffe – author of The Santa Monica Mountains, Range on the Edge – treks La Jolla Canyon at Point Mugu State Park in Southern California. In this episode, Matt Jaffe – author of The Santa Monica Mountains, Range on the Edge – treks La Jolla Canyon at Point Mugu State Park in Southern California. http://www.calparks.org/podcasts/podcast/2009/cspf-best-trails-jaffe.mp3 Mon, 8 June 2009 13:00:00 PDT 2:11 Story CSPF In this episode, Matt Jaffe – author of The Santa Monica Mountains, Range on the Edge – treks La Jolla Canyon at Point Mugu State Park in Southern California. California State Parks Foundation, history,top 40 years, 40th, CA American California State Parks Foundation In this episode, LA resident David Spancer strolls the *River Trail at Rio de Los Angeles State Park just west of Downtown. It winds along part of the LA River. In this episode, LA resident David Spancer strolls the *River Trail at Rio de Los Angeles State Park just west of Downtown. It winds along part of the LA River. http://www.calparks.org/podcasts/podcast/2009/cspf-best-trails-spancer.mp3 Mon, 1 June 2009 13:00:00 PDT 2:34 Story CSPF In this episode LA resident David Spancer strolls the *River Trail at Rio de Los Angeles State Park just west of Downtown. It winds along part of the LA River Los Angeles. California State Parks Foundation, history,top 40 years, 40th, CA American California State Parks Foundation In this episode, marine biologist at Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute, Lonny Lundsten takes us underwater at Point Lobos State Reserve in Monterey County. In this episode, marine biologist at Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute, Lonny Lundsten takes us underwater at Point Lobos State Reserve in Monterey County. http://www.calparks.org/podcasts/podcast/2009/cspf-best-trails-lundsten.mp3 Mon, 26 May 2009 13:00:00 PDT 2:16 Story CSPF In this episode, marine biologist at Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute Lonny Lundsten takes us underwater at Point Lobos State Reserve in Monterey County California California State Parks Foundation, history,top 40 years, 40th, CA American California State Parks Foundation In this episode, CSPF Member Sharon Roseme talks about her childhood favorite -- the Pioneer Trail from the Rattlesnake Bar Trailhead at Folsom State Recreation Area in Northern California. In this episode, CSPF Member Sharon Roseme talks about her childhood favorite -- the Pioneer Trail from the Rattlesnake Bar Trailhead at Folsom State Recreation Area in Northern California. http://www.calparks.org/podcasts/podcast/2009/cspf-best-trails-roseme.mp3 Mon, 18 May 2009 13:00:00 PDT 2:18 Story CSPF Member Sharon Roseme talks about her childhood favorite -- the Pioneer Trail from the Rattlesnake Bar Trailhead at Folsom State Recreation Area in Northern California California State Parks Foundation, history,top 40 years, 40th, CA American California State Parks Foundation In this episode, CSPF member and author of twenty books on hiking including “Day Hikers Guide to California State Parks” John McKinney takes the Skyline to the Sea trail at California’s first state park – Big Basin Redwoods State Park in Santa Cruz County. In this episode, CSPF member and author of twenty books on hiking including “Day Hikers Guide to California State Parks” John McKinney takes the Skyline to the Sea trail at California’s first state park – Big Basin Redwoods State Park in Santa Cruz County. http://www.calparks.org/podcasts/podcast/2009/cspf-best-trails-mckinney.mp3 Mon, 11 May 2009 13:00:00 PDT 2:45 Story CSPF member and author of twenty books on hiking including “Day Hikers Guide to California State Parks” John McKinney takes the Skyline to the Sea trail at California’s first state park – Big Basin Redwoods State Park in Santa Cruz County. California State Parks Foundation, history,top 40 years, 40th, CA American California State Parks Foundation In this episode, CSPF member Terry Farmer takes us back to his childhood along The Sacramento River Trail at Woodson Bridge State Recreation Area. In this episode, CSPF member Terry Farmer takes us back to his childhood along The Sacramento River Trail at Woodson Bridge State Recreation Area. http://www.calparks.org/podcasts/podcast/2009/cspf-best-trails-farmer.mp3 Mon, 4 May 2009 13:00:00 PDT 2:36 Story CSPF member Terry Farmer takes us back to his childhood along The Sacramento River Trail at Woodson Bridge State Recreation Area. California State Parks Foundation, history,top 40 years, 40th, CA American California State Parks Foundation In this episode, Christopher Kennedy Lawford, author of “Moments of Clarity,” makes his way through Temescal Canyon —part of which is located in Topanga State Park in Southern California. In this episode, Christopher Kennedy Lawford, author of “Moments of Clarity,” makes his way through Temescal Canyon —part of which is located in Topanga State Park in Southern California. http://www.calparks.org/podcasts/podcast/2009/cspf-best-trails-lawford.mp3 Mon, 27 April 2009 13:00:00 PDT 2:30 Story CSPF Christopher Kennedy Lawford, author of “Moments of Clarity,” makes his way through Temescal Canyon part of which is located in Topanga State Park in Southern CSPF California State Parks Foundation, history,top 40 years, 40th, CA American California State Parks Foundation In this episode, CSPF member and Vietnam Veteran Philip Stevenson talks about finding love at San Luis Reservoir State Recreation Area in the San Joaquin Valley – where he met his wife, Jeannine. In this episode, CSPF member and Vietnam Veteran Philip Stevenson talks about finding love at San Luis Reservoir State Recreation Area in the San Joaquin Valley – where he met his wife, Jeannine. http://www.calparks.org/podcasts/podcast/2009/cspf_best_trails_-_stevenson.mp3 Mon, 20 April 2009 13:00:00 PDT 2:45 Story CSPF Vietnam Veteran Philip Stevenson San Luis Reservoir State Recreation Area in the San Joaquin Valley Jeannine Tule Elk State Park CSPF California State Parks Foundation, history,top 40 years, 40th, CA American California State Parks Foundation In this episode, CSPF Advisory Trustee and host of the PBS show “California’s Gold” Huell Howser takes us into Fern Canyon in Northern California’s Prairie Creek Redwoods State Park. In this episode, CSPF Advisory Trustee and host of the PBS show “California’s Gold” Huell Howser takes us into Fern Canyon in Northern California’s Prairie Creek Redwoods State Park. http://www.calparks.org/podcasts/podcast/cspf_best_trails_howser.mp3 Mon, 13 April 2009 13:00:00 PDT 2:38 Story CSPF Advisory Trustee and host of the PBS show “California’s Gold” Huell Howser Fern Canyon Northern California’s Prairie Creek Redwoods State Park CSPF California State Parks Foundation, history,top 40 years, 40th, CA American California State Parks Foundation In this episode, Amy Racina, state park volunteer and author of "Angels in the Wilderness," takes us trekking on three connected trails - the Madrone Soda Springs, The Mile, and the Narrows in Henry Coe State Park in Northern California. In this episode, Amy Racina, state park volunteer and author of "Angels in the Wilderness," takes us trekking on three connected trails - the Madrone Soda Springs, The Mile, and the Narrows in Henry Coe State Park in Northern California. http://www.calparks.org/podcasts/podcast/2009/cspf_best_trails_-_racina.mp3 Mon, 6 April 2009 13:00:00 PDT 3:36 Story Amy Racina Angels in the Wilderness Madrone Soda Springs the mile narrows Henry Coe Northern State Park CSPF California State Parks Foundation, history,top 40 years, 40th, CA American California State Parks Foundation CBS Correspondent John Blackstone takes us to San Simeon State Park's Piedras Blancas Bluffs along the Central Coast to see the elephant seals. CBS Correspondent John Blackstone takes us to San Simeon State Park's Piedras Blancas Bluffs along the Central Coast to see the elephant seals. http://www.calparks.org/podcasts/podcast/2009/cspf_best_trails_-_blackstone.mp3 Mon, 30 March 2009 13:00:00 PDT 2:33 Story ICBS Correspondent John Blackstone takes us to San Simeon State Park Piedras Blancas Bluffs CSPF California State Parks Foundation, history,top 40 years, 40th, Central Coast elephant seals CA American California State Parks Foundation In this episode CSPF member Ida Miller tells us about her favorite trail – Guy Flemming Trail in Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve, outside of San Diego. In this episode CSPF member Ida Miller tells us about her favorite trail – Guy Flemming Trail in Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve, outside of San Diego. http://www.calparks.org/podcasts/podcast/2009/cspf_best_trails_-_miller_-_fix.mp3 Mon, 23 March 2009 13:00:00 PDT 2:27 Story Ida Miller Torrey Pines Guy Flemming Park Natural State Reserve CSPF California State Parks Foundation, history,top 40 years, 40th, San Diego La Jolla, southern CA American California State Parks Foundation Doug McConnell, Co-Creator and host of OpenRoad with Doug McConnell, coming this spring to Public Television and Co-Creator of www.OpenRoad.TV, the Traveler's Video Guide to the American West, takes us to Mendocino Headlands State Park. Join Doug on a mini sound adventure, and then visit his website and search for videos on Mendocino and environs. Doug McConnell, Co-Creator and host of OpenRoad with Doug McConnell, coming this spring to Public Television and Co-Creator of www.OpenRoad.TV, the Traveler's Video Guide to the American West, takes us to Mendocino Headlands State Park. Join Doug on a mini sound adventure, and then visit his website and search for videos on Mendocino and environs. http://www.calparks.org/podcasts/podcast/2009/cspf_best_trails_-_mcconnell_-_fix.mp3 Mon, 16 March 2009 13:00:00 PDT 2:27 Story Doug McConnell openRoad.tv openroad Mendocino Headlands Park CSPF California State Parks Foundation, history,top 40 years, 40th, SF Bay, southern CA American California State Parks Foundation In this episode Southern California resident Brandon Lloyd unwinds at Will Rogers State Historic Park while exploring Inspiration Point Trail—a looping hike up to a plateau with picnic tables and sweeping views of the Pacific Ocean. In this episode Southern California resident Brandon Lloyd unwinds at Will Rogers State Historic Park while exploring Inspiration Point Trail—a looping hike up to a plateau with picnic tables and sweeping views of the Pacific Ocean. http://www.calparks.org/podcasts/podcast/2009/cspf_best_trails_-_lloyd.mp3 Mon, 9 March 2009 13:00:00 PDT 2:27 Story Brandon Lloyd Trail Hike Will Rogers State Historic Park CSPF California State Parks Foundation, history, 40 years, 40th, SF Bay, southern CA American, history California State Parks Foundation Join Legendary Rocker Sammy Hagar on a visit to Mount Tamalpais State Park where he recalls its beauty, and a wild experience. Join Legendary Rocker Sammy Hagar on a visit to Mount Tamalpais State Park where he recalls its beauty, and a wild experience. http://www.calparks.org/podcasts/podcast/2009/cspf_best_trails_-_hagar.mp3 Mon, 2 March 2009 13:00:00 PDT 2:53 Sammy Hagar Story Trail Hike Mount Tamalpais Mt Tam CSPF California State Parks Foundation, history, 40 years, 40th, SF Bay, American, history California State Parks Foundation Explore this one of a kind State Park Allensworth, California was the only town in the state to be founded, funded and governed solely by African Americans. It's story is one of great success and tremendous loss. It’s also one of hope and perseverance. Enjoy the first entry in our new Podcast series highlighting our magnificent State Parks. Allensworth, California was the only town in the state to be founded, funded and governed solely by African Americans. It's story is one of great success and tremendous loss. It’s also one of hope and perseverance. Enjoy the first entry in our new Podcast series highlighting our magnificent State Parks. http://www.calparks.org/podcasts/podcast/cspf_podcast_1_allensworth.mp3 Mon, 31 Dec 2007 13:00:00 PDT 7:10 CA, Allensworth, Foundation, explore, African, American, history California State Parks Foundation Explore this one of a kind State Park James W. Marshall discovered gold in 1848 on the South Fork of the American River. This event led to the greatest mass movement of people in the Western Hemisphere and was the spark that ignited the spectacular growth of the West during the ensuing decades. The gold discovery site is one of the most significant historic sites in the nation. James W. Marshall discovered gold in 1848 on the South Fork of the American River. This event led to the greatest mass movement of people in the Western Hemisphere and was the spark that ignited the spectacular growth of the West during the ensuing decades. The gold discovery site is one of the most significant historic sites in the nation. http://www.calparks.org/podcasts/podcast/cspf_podcast_2_marshall_gold.mp3 Thu, 31 Jan 2008 13:00:00 PDT 6:20 CA, Gold, Foundation, explore, closure, budget California State Parks Foundation Some 5,000 Northern Elephant Seals visit this park every year Located on California's central coast, Año Nuevo State Park and Reserve is a 4,000 acre state park that attracts over 200,000 visitors yearly for its popular interpretive programs as well as its abundant marine and avian wildlife. Some 5,000 Northern Elephant Seals visit every year to breed, have babies, and rest before they return to sea. This spring, an exciting new Marine Education Center will be dedicated at the park. Located on California's central coast, Año Nuevo State Park and Reserve is a 4,000 acre state park that attracts over 200,000 visitors yearly for its popular interpretive programs as well as its abundant marine and avian wildlife. Some 5,000 Northern Elephant Seals visit every year to breed, have babies, and rest before they return to sea. This spring, an exciting new Marine Education Center will be dedicated at the park. http://www.calparks.org/podcasts/podcast/cspf_podcast_3_anonuevo.mp3 Fri, 29 Feb 2008 13:00:00 PDT 6:12 Elephant Seal, Nature, wildlife, protect, education, resource California State Parks Foundation A touch of the wild and a spot for relaxation in San Francisco Candlestick Point State Recreation Area was California's first urban state park. Neighborhood participation and an exciting wetlands restoration project make this park special for nearby residents and visitors alike. Candlestick Point State Recreation Area was California's first urban state park. Neighborhood participation and an exciting wetlands restoration project make this park special for nearby residents and visitors alike. http://www.calparks.org/podcasts/podcast/cspf_podcast_4_candlestick.mp3 Fri, 4 Apr 2008 13:00:00 PDT 5:48 closing, cutback, budget, urban, literacy, environmental, justice, protect, education, resource California State Parks Foundation The largest state park in the continental United States Anza-Borrego Desert State Park is massive. In fact, it’s the largest state park in the continental United States, measuring a whopping 600,000 acres. But Anza isn’t just big—it’s beautiful. Anza-Borrego Desert State Park is massive. In fact, it’s the largest state park in the continental United States, measuring a whopping 600,000 acres. But Anza isn’t just big—it’s beautiful. http://www.calparks.org/podcasts/podcast/cspf_pocast_5_anzaborrego.mp3 Tue, 29 Apr 2008 13:00:00 PDT 7:16 cutback, budget, sunrise, powerlink, power, threat, threatened, protect, education, resource California State Parks Foundation Los Angeles' River Most people don’t even know Los Angeles has a river. That’s because it doesn’t really look like one. In the 1930s it was cemented to control unpredictable flooding. Since then it’s been the victim of tagging, pollution, and industrial blight. But a section of the LA River—know as the Glendale Narrows—is being restored as part of Rio de Los Angeles State Park. Most people don’t even know Los Angeles has a river. That’s because it doesn’t really look like one. In the 1930s it was cemented to control unpredictable flooding. Since then it’s been the victim of tagging, pollution, and industrial blight. But a section of the LA River—know as the Glendale Narrows—is being restored as part of Rio de Los Angeles State Park. http://www.calparks.org/podcasts/podcast/cspf_podcast_6_riodelosangeles.mp3 Thu, 05 Jun 2008 13:00:00 PDT 5:41 recreation, urban, restoration, restore, coalition, neighborhood, LA, history, spanish, protect, education, resource California State Parks Foundation California's First State Park In 1902 Big Basin became the first California State Park. Along with old growth and recovering redwoods, the forest is home to other trees, including conifer and oaks. A variety of animals live in and around the sequoias -- like deer, owls, and an illusive bird called the marbled murrelet. In 1902 Big Basin became the first California State Park. Along with old growth and recovering redwoods, the forest is home to other trees, including conifer and oaks. A variety of animals live in and around the sequoias -- like deer, owls, and an illusive bird called the marbled murrelet. http://www.calparks.org/podcasts/podcast/cspf_podcast_7_bigbasin.mp3 Tue, 01 Jul 2008 13:00:00 PDT 5:22 first state park, old growth California State Parks Foundation To many, San Onofre State Beach is a battleground The Transportation Corridor Agency wants to build a six lane toll road through San Onofre—the fifth most visited park in California. Critics of the toll road say it will cause untold damage to habitat, historical sites, and the quality of park life for visitors. Californians have a choice to make. The Transportation Corridor Agency wants to build a six lane toll road through San Onofre—the fifth most visited park in California. Critics of the toll road say it will cause untold damage to habitat, historical sites, and the quality of park life for visitors. Californians have a choice to make. http://www.calparks.org/podcasts/podcast/cspf_sanonofre_072008.mp3 Fri, 1 Aug 2008 13:00:00 PDT 7:52 CA, environmental, toll road, threat, native, american, endangerd, threatened California State Parks Foundation North of Napa Valley, in the sleepy town of Kelseyville, sits Clear Lake North of Napa Valley, in the sleepy town of Kelseyville, sits Clear Lake—the largest freshwater lake in California and the centerpiece of Clear Lake State Park. Most geologists say it’s at least 150,000 years old—perhaps the oldest lake in North America. North of Napa Valley, in the sleepy town of Kelseyville, sits Clear Lake—the largest freshwater lake in California and the centerpiece of Clear Lake State Park. Most geologists say it’s at least 150,000 years old—perhaps the oldest lake in North America. http://www.calparks.org/podcasts/podcast/cspf_podcast_9_clearlake.mp3 Tue, 2 Sep 2008 13:00:00 PDT 6:55 CA, largest, freshwater, lake, Hikers, enjoy, Indian Nature Trail, Pomo village California State Parks Foundation During the the 1920's and 30's, one of the most coveted invitations was to Hearst Castle, as it's known today During the the 1920's and 30's, one of the most coveted invitations was to Hearst Castle, as it's known today -- the sprawling San Simeon country home of newspaper mogul, William Randolph Hearst. Located in the rugged hills of the central California coast, high above what's now highway 1, the estate hosted famous guests like movie stars Cary Grant and Joan Crawford. This year marks the 50th anniversary of public tours. During the the 1920's and 30's, one of the most coveted invitations was to Hearst Castle, as it's known today -- the sprawling San Simeon country home of newspaper mogul, William Randolph Hearst. Located in the rugged hills of the central California coast, high above what's now highway 1, the estate hosted famous guests like movie stars Cary Grant and Joan Crawford. This year marks the 50th anniversary of public tours. http://www.calparks.org/podcasts/podcast/cspf_podcast_10_hearstcastle.mp3 Wed, 1 Oct 2008 13:00:00 PDT 8:37 CA, San Simeon, Elephant Seals, Neptune Pool California State Parks Foundation Border Field State Park and the Tijuana River Estuary Research Reserve and are located in Imperial Beach, just south of San Diego on the U.S./Mexico border. Border Field State Park and the Tijuana River Estuary Research Reserve and are located in Imperial Beach, just south of San Diego on the U.S./Mexico border. In the distance is the hustle and bustle of Tijuana. But here, hiking along a sinuous trail surrounded by shorebirds, you’re in a different world. Border Field State Park and the Tijuana River Estuary Research Reserve and are located in Imperial Beach, just south of San Diego on the U.S./Mexico border. In the distance is the hustle and bustle of Tijuana. But here, hiking along a sinuous trail surrounded by shorebirds, you’re in a different world. http://www.calparks.org/podcasts/podcast/cspf_podcast_11_borderfield.mp3 Sat, 1 Nov 2008 13:00:00 PDT 6:43 CA, Estuary, Tijuana, Fence California State Parks Foundation Explore this State Park in the middle of San Francisco Bay. During its operation from 1910-1940 nearly a million people from some 90 different countries passed through the Angel Island Immigration Station in the middle of San Francisco Bay. The largest emigrant group was the Chinese, who numbered around 175,000. In early 2009 this history-packed site will reopen to the public after an extensive renovation. During its operation from 1910-1940 nearly a million people from some 90 different countries passed through the Angel Island Immigration Station in the middle of San Francisco Bay. The largest emigrant group was the Chinese, who numbered around 175,000. In early 2009 this history-packed site will reopen to the public after an extensive renovation. http://www.calparks.org/podcasts/podcast/cspf_podcast_12_angelisland.mp3 Mon, 1 Dec 2008 13:00:00 PDT 6:49 CA, Angel Island, Foundation, explore, Chinese, Immigrant, Immigration, SF Bay, American, history California State Parks Foundation Since 1969 the California State Parks Foundation has worked to protect and improve California's 279 state parks. 2009 marks our 40th Anniversary. Since 1969 the California State Parks Foundation has worked to protect and improve California's 279 state parks. 2009 marks our 40th Anniversary. http://www.calparks.org/podcasts/podcast/2009/cspf_podcast_13_40thann.mp3 Sun, 1 Feb 2009 13:00:00 PDT 6:59 CSPF California State Parks Foundation, history, 40 years, 40th, SF Bay, American, history