California State Park Rangers

California State Park Rangers
Author: Michael G. Lynch
Publisher: Arcadia Publishing
Total Pages: 132
Release: 2009
Genre: History
ISBN: 9780738559933

The first park ranger in the world was appointed in California in 1866. Galen Clark was chosen as "Guardian of Yosemite," at what was then Yosemite State Park, and the concept of rangers to protect and administer America's great nature parks was born. The tradition continued in 1872 with the establishment of the first national park at Yellowstone. From the earliest days, park rangers have been romanticized; they are explorers, outdoorsmen, tree lovers, animal protectors, police officers, nature guides, and park administrators. The park ranger has become an American icon, whose revered image has maintained itself to this very day.

National Parks of California

National Parks of California
Author: United States. Congress. House. Committee on Government Reform. Subcommittee on Criminal Justice, Drug Policy, and Human Resources
Publisher:
Total Pages: 208
Release: 2006
Genre: National parks and reserves
ISBN:

True Tales of California Coastside State Parks

True Tales of California Coastside State Parks
Author: JoAnn Semones
Publisher: Arcadia Publishing
Total Pages: 128
Release: 2022-10-31
Genre: History
ISBN: 1467153036

The beautiful landscapes of central California's Coastside state parks were once home to forgotten pioneers and unique industries. The tumultuous personal life of Robert Mills didn't hinder his commitment to his dairy business in Half Moon Bay, now the Burleigh H. Murray Ranch State Park. And the Pigeon Point Light Station State Historic Park, named after a shipwreck, remains a beacon of architectural beauty more than a century later. From hideaways for freedom fighters rebelling against the Spanish to the site of several booming lumber operations, Coastside parks have long been an integral part of California's history. Join author JoAnn Semones as she explores the innovators and entrepreneurs behind these stunning parks.

Day Hiker's Guide to California's State Parks

Day Hiker's Guide to California's State Parks
Author: John McKinney
Publisher: Trailmaster
Total Pages: 340
Release: 1998
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN:

Walking adventures in 150 parks, preserves, beaches, and historic sites from Anza-Borrego Desert State Park in the south to Humboldt Redwoods State Park in the north.