News Eagle Award winners honored by Alabama State Parks The Eagle Awards honor individuals and organizations for outstanding and notable contributions to support Alabama State Parks. StaffFebruary 3, 2025
State 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. StaffDecember 9, 2024
State Commissioner Chris Blankenship on conservation and recreation Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources Chris Blankenship spoke to APR about some of the department's goals and projects. Mary Claire WootenDecember 5, 2024
News State agencies receive award for partnering to use recycled tires in road projects The agencies were jointly presented the Leadership in Conservation and Sustainability Award by the Rubberized Asphalt Foundation. StaffSeptember 17, 2024
Environment Alabama State Parks adding 12 pollinator gardens thanks to grant funding A RC&D grant will fund development of 12 pollinator gardens at state parks throughout the state. StaffJune 24, 2024
Environment Nature’s Wonder-Book: Alabama State Parks educate and inspire The goal is for all 21 state parks in Alabama to be environmental education providers. StaffJune 19, 2024
State Oak Mountain State Park shows off “first-class” campground Oak Mountain’s campground, one of the park’s top attractions, has gone through a complete teardown and rebuild. StaffMay 22, 2024
State Roads at Joe Wheeler Park paved with long-lasting asphalt made from recycled tires Roads inside Joe Wheeler State Park had not been repaved since the 1990s. StaffApril 22, 2024
State Gulf State Park unveils new cabins at Lake Shelby The event marked the end of a major renovation project after Hurricane Sally severely damaged the cabins in 2020. StaffApril 16, 2024
Environment 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. StaffMarch 29, 2024