Annual Conference

'A Rising Tide Lifts all Boats'

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CALPA - Working to further mutual support and networking among cooperating organizations linked with the California State Park System.

 

All non-profit volunteer groups and/or individuals serving the California State Park System are invited to join the League, which is founded on the principle that member organizations are independent, but not alone. To start enjoying membership benefits, complete our Membership Application form, and mail it to us, along with your check.

Enjoy the benefits of membership today!

Watercolor of Mt. Tamalpais by Audrey Hulburd

Watercolor of Mt. Tamalpais by Audrey Hulburd

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Membership benefits include subscription to the League's quarterly newsletter, access to other valuable League materials, and participation in regional workshops sponsored by the League. Members may call on the league for advice and assistance on special problems, and the League also plans to sponsor joint projects in which members can participate. The League is also available to speak for its member organizations where one collective voice can be effective.

Networking

Peer contacts allow members to learn from and support each other.

Representation Process

In order for the League to act as a representative voice for its member associations, members are asked to sign a non-binding statement of support. This statement authorizes the League to speak on matters of concern to the associations. The League's perspective on such matters is derived from the regional representatives contact with the associations they represent. This agreement does not allow the League to commit members to a course of action without their agreement.

Annual Conference

Held in the last quarter of each year, and hosted by a different member association from throughout the state, the conference is the prime networking opportunity for CALPA members.

Training Workshops

Training workshops are organized and held on a regional basis and cover topics of interest to non-profit organizations.

CALPA Newsletter

Published three to four times a year, the newsletter keeps members abreast of what is happening throughout the State.

Website

Our website is intended as a resource site for State Park volunteer groups with links to SP Cooperating Associations' own web sites.

Resource Packs

The League is developing a series of "How to ..." information packs for members. Topics include "... be an advocate and retain your 501(c)(3) status", "... write a press release", "...hire a consultant" and "...develop a web site".

Resource Library

The League is building up a lending library of books, videos and audio cassettes of interest to members.

DPR Liaison

CALPA's Executive Committee has regular meetings with DPR management in the Resources Building to discuss matters of mutual concern and consider opportunities to further work together.

Information Conduit

CALPA acts as a conduit for information from DPR to the associations. CALPA also aims to provide member associations with information on other matters which impact State Parks, such as ballot measures and pending legislation.

Volunteer Hours

CALPA is working with DPR on a mechanism to allow volunteer hours outside the VIP program to be recognized.


Become a member of CALPA and you will be joining other fine organizations like these:

Anderson Marsh Interpretive Association

Angel Island Association

Anza Borrego Foundation

Boosters of Old Town San Diego State Historic Park

California State Capitol Museum Volunteer Association

CA State Mining & Mineral Museum Association

Castle Crags Interpretive Association

Central Coast Lighthouse Keepers

Central Coast Natural History Association

Chawse Association Indian Grinding Rock State Park

Clear Lake Interpretive Association

Crystal Cove Alliance

Cuyamaca Rancho State Park Interpretive Association

Doheny State Beach Interpretive Association

Empire Mine Park Association

Friends of Antelope Valley Indian Museum

Friends of Channel Coast State Parks

Friends of Folsom Power House Association

Friends of Hearst Castle

Friends of Santa Cruz State Parks

Friends of Pio Pico, Inc

 

Gold Discovery Park Association

Humboldt Redwoods Interpretive Association

Malibu Creek Docent Association

Malibu Lagoon Museum

Malibu Lagoon SB Interpretive Association

Marin State Park Association

McArthur-Burney Falls Interpretive Association

Mendocino Area Parks Association

Mojave River Natural History Association

Mt. Diablo Interpretive Association

Mt. San Jacinto Natural History Association

Mt. Tamalpais Interpretive Association

Napa Valley Natural History Association

North Coast Redwoods Interpretive Association

Old Monterey Preservation Society

Plumas Eureka State Park Association

Point Lobos Natural History Association

Pine Ridge Association

Poppy Reserve Mojave Desert Interpretive Association

Prelado de los Tesoros de la Purisima

Richardson Grove Interpretive Association

Red Rock Canyon Interpretive Association

Sacramento Historic Sites Association

San Pasqual Battlefield SHP Volunteer Association

Santa Barbara Trust for Historic Preservation

Santa Monica Mountains Natural History Association

Sea and Desert Interpretive Association

Sierra State Parks Foundation

Sonoma State Historic Park Association

South Yuba River Park Association

Stewards of the Coast and Redwoods

Torrey Pines Docent Society

Town of Shasta Interpretive Association

Valley of the Moon Natural History Association

Valley of the Moon Observatory Association

Waddell Creek Association

Leland Stanford Mansion. Photo by Jarrell Jackman.

Marshall Gold Discovery
State Historic Park.
Photo by Jarrell Jackman.

Download a CALPA Membership Application CLICK HERE

   
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