Antelope Valley California Poppy Reserve

California State Parks will offer free day use admission to veterans, active duty, and reserve military personnel in participating California State Parks on Memorial Day, May 31st, 2021. Veterans, active duty and reserve military personnel from the following branches must show a valid military ID in order to receive free admission: United States Air Force United States Army United States Marine Corps United States Navy... United States Coast Guard National Guard of the United States #poppyreserve #castateparks #MemorialDay2021 #militarypersonnel See more

Update April 29, 2021: The recent rain storm has not produced a significant amount of wildflowers blooming at the Poppy Reserve. The rise in temperature this week does not help. If you enjoy a nice walk outdoors, the trails at the Poppy Reserve offer a chance to get some exercise and learn about the history of the area via the park’s cell phone tour. #poppyreserve #castateparks #droughtconditions

The Antelope Valley Indian Museum is open to the public on Saturdays and Sundays from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Admission is $3 for adults (cash or credit cards only...). Kids age 12 and under are free. In order to comply with new COVID-19 safety rules: -Face coverings will be required to enter the museum. -Visitor groups are limited to household members only. Gatherings and events, including birthday parties, are not permitted. -Only 6 household groups will be allowed inside the museum at one time (one per gallery), so be prepared to wait in line outside for your turn. #AVIM #castateparks #antelopevalley

Update April 23, 2021: The lack of rain this year has severely impacted the wildflower bloom at the Poppy Reserve. These photos taken this afternoon show the dry conditions throughout the park. Let's hope for more rainfall next year. #PoppyReserve #castateparks #droughtconditions

Deadline Extended: The California State Parks Great Basin District is seeking to hire ten Visitor Services Park Aides for the 2021 Spring Antelope Valley poppy season. The reporting location is the Antelope Valley Poppy Reserve at 15101 Lancaster Road, Lancaster CA. 93536. These positions will work under the direction of the Supervising State Park Ranger. The visitor services park aide duties will include operating the entrance station at the Antelope Valley CA Poppy Reserv...e, collection of park fees, and completing end-of-day cash register accounting and associated collections paperwork. These positions are a primary point of contact for park visitors and will provide information on the park(s), explain and advise park rules, and give directions to park facilities, surrounding area features and establishments. Required skills are reporting of park issues and problems to lead staff, basic reading, writing and math skills. Reliable transportation is essential due to the remote work location as well as a valid class C driver’s license. This is a uniformed position and the successful candidate will be required to purchase and wear a state parks uniform, and must complete and pass a Department Of Justice live scan. These positions are seasonal with an approximate start date of February 1st, 2021. For further information regarding this position, please contact Matthew Williams at (661)369-1148 or [email protected]. Accepting applications until the positions are filled. To apply, complete a California State Application Form (https://jobs.ca.gov/pdf/std678.pdf) and mail it to: Great Basin District Attn: Personnel 15101 Lancaster Road Lancaster, CA 93536 See more

The California State Parks Great Basin District is seeking to hire ten Visitor Services Park Aides for the 2021 Spring Antelope Valley poppy season. The reporting location is the Antelope Valley Poppy Reserve at 15101 Lancaster Road, Lancaster CA. 93536. These positions will work under the direction of the Supervising State Park Ranger. The visitor services park aide duties will include operating the entrance station at the Antelope Valley CA Poppy Reserve, collection of pa...rk fees, and completing end-of-day cash register accounting and associated collections paperwork. These positions are a primary point of contact for park visitors and will provide information on the park(s), explain and advise park rules, and give directions to park facilities, surrounding area features and establishments. Required skills are reporting of park issues and problems to lead staff, basic reading, writing and math skills. Reliable transportation is essential due to the remote work location as well as a valid class C driver’s license. This is a uniformed position and the successful candidate will be required to purchase and wear a state parks uniform, and must complete and pass a Department Of Justice live scan. These positions are seasonal with an approximate start date of February 1st, 2021. For further information regarding this position, please contact Matthew Williams at (661)369-1148 or [email protected]. Accepting applications until the positions are filled. To apply, complete a California State Application Form (https://jobs.ca.gov/pdf/std678.pdf) and mail it to: Great Basin District Attn: Personnel 15101 Lancaster Road Lancaster, CA 93536 See more

California State Parks, Mojave Area Updates Antelope Valley Indian Museum: Indoor museums are currently closed in Los Angeles County until further notice per Health Officer Order. Upon reopening, the museum will have COVID safety protocols in place until all restrictions are lifted. http://AVIM.parks.ca.gov Antelope Valley California Poppy Reserve: The park is currently open for day use and hiking. Wildflower bloom predictions and updates will begin in February, and operat...ional adjustments to address COVID safety during the bloom season will be assessed at that time. Visit www.parks.ca.gov/PoppyReserve for information and updates. Red Rock Canyon State Park: Ricardo Campground and the Visitor Center museum are currently closed. The park is open for day use and hiking. The visitor center information desk is currently open on weekends with limited occupancy. www.parks.ca.gov/RedRockCanyonStatePark Saddleback Butte State Park: The campground, visitor center and Avenue K entrance are closed. The picnic area and hiking trails can be accessed at the day-use entrance, at 170th Street East and East Avenue J (Lancaster). www.parks.ca.gov/SaddlebackButte Tomo-Kahni State Historic Park: Tours are currently postponed until Fall of 2021. www.parks.ca.gov/TomoKahni Arthur B. Ripley Desert Woodland State Park: The park is open for day-use and hiking. www.parks.ca.gov/RipleyDesertWoodlan

Happy Holidays from the Antelope Valley California Poppy Reserve! #CAStateParks #PoppyReserve

Today we celebrate #WorldRangerDay. We thank not only our #CAStateParks Rangers, but Rangers from around the world who dedicate their lives to educate visitors and protect our planet’s natural and cultural heritage. Here is the Ranger Staff and District Superintendent of the Great Basin District. Let’s give them and all our State Park Rangers a shout-out!!! Thanks for protecting our California State Parks! #poppyreserve

Check out next week's Virtual Junior Ranger programs for 3-6 and 7-12 year old children from California State Parks. #CAStateParks #VirtualJuniorRanger #PoppyReserve

Check out these amazing Virtual Junior Ranger programs for 3-6 and 7-12 year old children from California State Parks. #CAStateParks #VirtualJuniorRanger #PoppyReserve

Are you looking for a great program for your children this summer? #CAStateParks

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The Poppy Reserve is now open again! We appreciate your patience as we make our parks compatible with responsible recreation that protects the health of visitors and the dedicated parks staff. See below for current service adjustments: Hours: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Trail use permitted with social distancing (no bikes/pets on trails).... Limited parking available. We request that visitors pay by credit/debit card or bring the exact dollar amount ($10 day-use fee). Only restrooms in the proximity of the parking lots will be available. See the park live on our PoppyCam: https://www.parks.ca.gov/live/poppyreserve Closed: The visitor center is closed for the season. Visit www.parks.ca.gov/FlattenTheCurve for state-wide updates. Please abide by the following guidelines at all California State Parks: Stay Local: Walk or bike to the park if possible. Stay Active: Keep walking, jogging, hiking and biking. Watch for one-way trails. Stay Safer at 6 Feet: Maintain a physical distance of 6 feet or more. Gatherings, picnics and parties are not allowed. Visitors are being asked to leave if there are too many people at the park or on trails to allow for the required physical distance. Stay Clean: Be prepared. Bring soap/sanitizer and pack out all trash.

Doing spring cleaning in the visitor center today, staff found what looked like a stack of old plywood and cardboard. On closer inspection, it was found to be a... homemade flower press.... and there were pressed flowers in it! They appear to be species of the Poppy Reserve: owl's clover, phacelia, red-stemmed filaree, and possibly yellow pincushion. They looked vibrant and fresh, but the accompanying note is in the handwriting of a ranger who worked here about 30 years ago! Update: the second sheet with grasses says 1979!! See more

UPDATE (June 4, 2020) - As California State Parks begins its phased reopening of parks and beaches in compliance with state and local public health ordinances, it is important for visitors to continue to practice physical distancing and avoid congregating with people outside their immediate household. Everyone has the responsibility to mitigate the spread of COVID-19. Here are some guidelines for people visiting Antelope Valley California Poppy Reserve State Natural Reserve: ...What is open now? The following is open at the Poppy Reserve: The reserve is open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. to active recreation with restrictions in place to encourage social distancing and reduce group gatherings. Very limited parking is now available to the public. We request that visitors pay by credit/debit card or bring the exact dollar amount ($10 dollar day-use fee). Active recreation will be permitted such as walking, hiking, running and wildlife watching. Use rules and regulations are now posted at the main entrance and will continue to be enforced. Only restrooms in the proximity of the parking lots will be available. What is currently closed at this park and throughout the State Park System? Statewide: Campgrounds. High public-use indoor facilities, including museums and visitor centers. Special events and tours continue to be canceled until further notice. Are there any new visitor guidelines? Yes, please see below: Stay Local: Stay close to home. Walk or bike into the park. Parking is very limited. Do not take road trips to parks and beaches or to neighboring states. Stay Active: Keep walking, jogging, hiking and biking. Watch for one-way trails. Stay Safer at 6 Feet: Maintain a physical distance of 6 feet or more. Gatherings, picnics and parties are not allowed. Visitors will be asked to leave if there are too many people at the park or trails to allow for the required physical distance. Stay Clean: Be prepared. Bring soap/sanitizer and pack out all trash. Thank you for your patience and continued support of California State Parks as we work to limit your risk for exposure to COVID-19 in the outdoors. For more information, please visit parks.ca.gov/FlattenTheCurve.

Next week will be the second to last week of the PORTS special home learning programs. Sign up now to provide your child with a wonderful learning experience. #CAStateParks

The new California State Parks PORTS Distance Learning Program Home Learning Program schedule for this week is now available.

Remembering those who served and paid the ultimate sacrifice this Memorial Day. #CAStateParks #PoppyReserve

Seasonal changes. The flowers have gone to seed. We are still closed for visitors until further notice. Photos taken from our live camera today, www.parks.ca.gov/live/poppyreserve. #CAStateParks #PoppyReserve

This week's Home Learning Programs schedule of classes available through California State Parks PORTS. #CAStateParks