SHOCKING: California state parks - What They Never Told You

Great white shark leaps from water and photobombs California beachgoers

Videos show shark launching several feet from water as a group of friends pose for photos along Marina state beach

The Guardian - US · Oct 20

Monitoring Shows Lasting Gains: Malibu Lagoon redesign boosts water quality; native species return

Malibu Lagoon underwent a significant restoration project in 2012, addressing water quality and circulation issues. The restoration led to a more diverse community of native fish, birds, and plants by removing invasive species. Monitoring after the restoration indicated reduced stagnant waters and improved oxygen levels in the lagoon. Notably, endangered…

The Times of India · Oct 7

Margaret Minshall donated 400 acres; it is now Oakoasis Open Space Preserve

Land transfers often outlast the people who make them, and Margaret Minshall's are a good example. She was a retired high school teacher and avid equestrian. In 1971, she gave more than 400 acres of her Oakasis Ranch, near the San Vicente Reservoir, to the County of San Diego. Four…

The Times of India · Oct 2

Baywatch honors teenage lifeguard hero who saved boy in viral video

Ryder Williams, 16, presented with distinctive red jacket by star of TV rescuer reboot Stephen Amell

The Guardian - US · Aug 8

California rookie lifeguard Ryder Williams saved a 10-year-old from 10-foot waves in his first rescue; after his shift, the 16-year-old helped save two more people and won Trump’s praise

A 16-year-old lifeguard named Ryder Williams performed a dramatic ocean rescue in Santa Cruz. He bravely pulled a 10-year-old boy from powerful surf at Seabright Beach. After his shift, Williams also helped save two more individuals in a separate incident. This heroic teenager received nationwide praise for his actions and…

The Times of India · Jul 31

16-Year-Old Lifeguard Breaks Silence On Heroic Ocean Rescue That Stunned The Nation

Ryder Williams, the 16-year-old lifeguard who rescued a 10-year-old boy in Santa Cruz, California, has released a statement after receiving national praise.

Bored Panda · Jul 30

President Donald Trump has invited 16-year old rookie life guard with his family to the White House for a special honour: All about Ryder Williams who made California proud

President Donald Trump has invited 16-year-old California lifeguard Ryder Williams and his family to the White House after the teenager rescued a young boy from powerful waves at Seabright State Beach. Trump said Williams deserves a high civilian honour for his bravery. The dramatic rescue, captured on video, has drawn…

The Times of India · Jul 30

California State Parks offering free passes for a limited time: Who can apply and how it works

California State Parks Pass: California residents have a chance to explore state parks and historic sites for free. A limited-time program offers passes to eligible individuals. This initiative aims to make outdoor recreation more affordable and encourage visits to cultural landmarks. Passes are distributed via a lottery due to high…

The Economic Times · Jun 18

Hidden world under California: Scientists uncover Ice Age civilisations beneath the sea

Beneath the waters of California's golden coast lies a long-buried prehistoric era that could change our understanding of ice-age history. According to California State Parks, after the last glacial maximum, sea levels soared by over 300 feet, flooding ancient landscapes and Indigenous settlement areas, and eventually the Pacific Ocean. With…

The Times of India · Mar 20

Popular Bay Area park where tens of thousands of seals gather closed to public after animals die — as experts find bird flue case

California State Parks confirmed the state’s first bird flu cases in elephant seals after multi-agency testing, officials said in an update Wednesday

The Independent UK · Feb 25