DNR hopes to double crews to refurbish its 85 state parks

[jason]

Iowa's state parks are in line for some much-needed maintenance this summer after state lawmakers, tired of complaints from park users, ordered that more seasonal workers be hired to care for them.

"The goal is to have a noticeable difference in some of the parks by Labor Day," said Kevin Baskins, spokesman for the Iowa Department of Natural Resources, or DNR.

By next summer, it is expected that the state's 85 parks should be in even better shape as the expanded DNR maintenance crews are joined by volunteers, he said.
The Legislature cut the DNR's overall budget, but included wording in its appropriations bill instructing the agency to increase the number of park workers by at least 39 percent.


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[RoyalAmbassador]

Can anyone say VOLUNTEER!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[Scotty]

Sounds like a good thing for the boys to do. School is coming up pretty soon but I wonder if the local state park needs some help. Hmmmmm. I think I may talk to them about this. I don't live in Iowa but I'm sure they could do something to help.

[Judy Ann]

Originally Posted by RoyalAmbassador

Can anyone say VOLUNTEER!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I couldn't hear you clearly RoyalAmbassador. What was that you said?

[Lamebeaver]

Refreshing news, as many states are cutting back on their state park budgets.

[thymas]

Some of my greatest memories growing up were spent in the outdoors, especially in state and national parks. I love being outside so much that I'd live in a log cabin if I could. Anytime government money is allocated for better outdoor resources, I say it's a big win! Good for Iowa!