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As the largest landowner in Hamilton County, with over 18,000 acres of protected land, Great Parks has a responsibility to keep buildings, roads and other infrastructure in proper repair so our parks and preserves will remain accessible for future generations. Infrastructure improvements were part of the commitment made to residents when voters approved the 2021 […]

Jack Fogle, Interpreter You may have recently asked yourself this very question. Imagine that it’s early March, the sun is setting, and you’ve had a long day. The clear, cerulean sky has metamorphosed into foreboding, heavy cloud cover. Soon, it will rain. That’s when you ask yourself, To squeep, or not to squeep? Or… Maybe […]

The 2023 fishing season has started to ramp up as Lake Isabella begins rainbow trout stocking through March. Fishermen are coming from all around for a delectable and fun fighting trophy to release back into the lake or take home for a savory meal. Lake Isabella’s boathouse is full of all your necessary trout fishing […]

In honor of Women’s History Month, Great Parks is celebrating eight local woman artists who find creative inspiration from the natural world around them. Linda Kunick sparks her creativity through vibrantly colorful drawings of butterflies.

In honor of Women’s History Month, Great Parks is celebrating eight local woman artists who find creative inspiration from the natural world around them. Sara Kollig sparks her creativity through surrealist and impressionist painting.

In honor of Women’s History Month, Great Parks is celebrating eight local woman artists who find creative inspiration from the natural world around them. Lucia Del Bosque sparks her creativity through painting.

In honor of Women’s History Month, Great Parks is celebrating eight local woman artists who find creative inspiration from the natural world around them. Stephanie Berrie sparks her creativity through printmaking.

In honor of Women’s History Month, Great Parks is celebrating eight local woman artists who find creative inspiration from the natural world around them. Marin Emanuel sparks her creativity by using recycled materials in her artwork.