California State Park Resolutions for 2024 | Cal Parks
Published: December 20, 2023

As we enter 2024, it's time to reflect on our connections with nature and relationship with California's state parks. We are committed to fostering a deeper relationship between the public and our parks, encouraging everyone to set meaningful resolutions that contribute to preserving and protecting these precious spaces. This year, we've gathered a collection of inspiring resolutions from our community, each reflecting a unique commitment to our parks' well-being. We asked,
 

"What do you hope to do or accomplish in parks in 2024?"
 

From personal adventures to collective efforts in conservation and stewardship, these resolutions embody our shared dedication to protecting and cherishing the parks we all love. Read what our park-loving community had to say: 

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Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve

To visit, explore, and spend time with nature in as many California state parks as possible!

Redwoods Park

I’ve always been an avid camper and a lover of redwoods. However, I have yet to camp directly under these ancient trees. My goal this year is to camp and explore under the redwood at one of Northern California’s majestic redwood state parks. 

Keep parks crumb clean

Photo taken by Sarah Stierch (CC-BY 2.0): https://flic.kr/p/2p373LC.

To teach folks the importance of recreating responsibly and keeping the park “crumb clean.” 

Sue-meg State Park Signage

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In 2024, I wish to see more indigenous management, co-management, and stewardship leadership in California’s state parks.

Elephant Seal

To support the park system expansion in the pursuit of 30X30!

Volunteers at Baldwin Hills Scenic Overlook

Courtesy of Nicole Alvarenga

The volunteer community has been very inspiring to me. I love to see folks going out to help protect and preserve our state parks. For this upcoming year, I want to participate in as many volunteer events as possible and help grow the community!

California State Parks Peace Officer

Courtesy of California State Parks

To become a State Park Peace Officer (Ranger).

California State Parks Week

Courtesy of California State Parks

Attending as many California State Parks Week events as possible in June 2024! It’s such a wonderful way to explore what California state parks have to offer!

Candlestick Point SRA

To collaborate on public works of art such as the Arts in California Parks program! 

Anza-Borrego Desert State Park

I’ve seen hundreds of photos of Anza-Borrego Desert State Park at this point, but I’ve still never visited. I’d love to visit in the spring and see a few other state parks in the area. I also really want to experience a tour of Mitchell Caverns in Providence Mountains State Recreation Area. 

Monarch butterfly

To support California’s incredible biodiversity in 2024 and beyond. We have so many unique species that depend on our state parks — giant sequoias, Joshua trees, and monarch butterflies to name just a few! When we protect our parks, we protect the plants and animals that call them home.

Thank you to everyone who contributed their 2024 New Years resolution for state parks! Continue sharing with us on social media! Follow us on Instagram and X/ Twitter @calparks, or Facebook and LinkedIn at California State Parks Foundation. We can't wait to hear how you will be spending your time in these beautiful parklands!