New York State Parks, Recreation & Historic Preservation

Compared to the architecture and natural beauty at Saratoga Spa State Park, these transformers may not be much to look at. But their recent upgrade represents the essential ongoing maintenance that keeps our parks and historic sites vibrant and enhances safety. The park's power grid was in dire need of modernization, with some equipment dating to the 1930s. This ongoing project will improve efficiency and the visitor experience at our fourth most-visited park. Read more about it at https://loom.ly/SwPaEwE.

As New York celebrates Maple Weekends, we take a look at the process of maple sugaring and its history as a symbol of patriotism and of resistance to slavery on the blog. https://loom.ly/GxoikZ0

Patricia McGee was a legislative legend in Cattaraugus County. The longtime Assemblymember and State Senator was known as a prolific columnist, conservative maverick, and staunch advocate for her district. As a trailblazer for women in politics, it's fitting that a trail is named in her honor! #WomensHistoryMonth

Challenge accepted! During Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month and beyond, we're joining NYS Office for People With Developmental Disabilities and "daring to include" at our parks and historic sites. The Access Pass makes it easy and affordable for people with developmental disabilities to visit us and enjoy nature and recreation. Learn more at https://loom.ly/jUQXdaw and dare to get out there!

Are you a strong swimmer seeking adventure and a rewarding job opportunity? This summer, New York State Parks needs you! We have more than 1,000 openings for seasonal lifeguards of all levels of expertise across 70 state park beaches and pools. Pay for these positions starts at $21.86 per hour and increases based on location and prior experience. Learn more about the application process to become a New York State Parks lifeguard and dive into a summer in the sun! https://loom.ly/a7kBJdo

When the Great Recession hit, New Yorkers stepped up for their parks - and they never stopped. This inspiring story is outlined in our newest installment of our agency's history, Blazing a Trail. Read more about it on the blog: https://loom.ly/74iBrjs.

Coming soon to a historic site near you: new interactive kiosk exhibits detailing the stories of Revolutionary Era New Yorkers. At the State Capitol, you can find two of these kiosks and explore over 1,000 digital artifacts and 37 short videos showcasing various perspectives, providing an accurate and inclusive narrative of our nations founding. Learn more about the roll-out of these kiosks at locations around the state: https://loom.ly/eV5WBwM

All across New York we're saying, "You're Hired!" With more than 7,000 job openings, state government agencies are seeking those with a passion for public service in every field of expertise. At New York State Parks, we have hundreds of seasonal and permanent opportunities at our parks, historic sites, and regional offices. Explore these opportunities for yourself and apply to join New York State's growing civil service workforce today. parks.ny.gov/employment

2025 is the 200th anniversary of the Erie Canal! Discover how this waterway still shapes New York today, and how you can celebrate this anniversary in our recent blog post. https://loom.ly/zqQHRyQ

The New York Building Recreational Infrastructure for Communities, Kids, and Seniors (NY BRICKS) grant program is going to renovate and build community centers across the Empire State. A Request For Information (RFI) is now available. Municipalities are invited to respond and help shape the future of the program at www.dasny.org.