As Americans get ready to hit the road all the summer travel they missed out on last year, one popular destination is state parks. And why not? The U.S.
In perhaps a sign that the country is revving back to normal, the number of people expected to travel 50 miles or more from home is expected to be a 60-perce
INDIANAPOLIS â Indiana State Park properties are hosting special events on May 15 for Kids to Parks Day, a national day of outdoor play designed to connect kids and families with local, state, and national parks, a news release from the Indiana Department of Resources said.
Gov. Eric Holcomb also declared May 15 as Kids to Parks Day in Indiana and signed an official proclamation that acknowledges the important initiative to âencourage kids and empower families to get outdoors and visit Americaâs parksâ.
The day is a chance for children to learn about park stewardship, outdoor recreation, and natural and cultural history. It also helps foster appreciation for public lands in the next generation.
CHRIS HUBBUCH
Jim Jenkins bought his electric bike several years ago, but heâs put a lot more miles on it in the past year â running errands, exercising and even getting together with family.
âThere was nothing else to do,â the 73-year-old Madison resident said Wednesday afternoon as he headed out for a ride on the Southwest Commuter trail. âItâs good for your sanity, too.â
As the COVID-19 pandemic sent the state into lockdown last year, Wisconsin residents went outside in record numbers, raising questions about how state and local officials should prioritize spending.
While itâs unclear if the trend will hold, a new report from the Wisconsin Policy Forum says this renewed interest in the outdoors may signal a need to boost funding for public lands in a state that ranks near the bottom in spending on parks.