State parks may merge concession contracts

Arizona State Parks has hired a consultant to explore whether a single concessionaire for all 30 state parks would save money, offsetting several years of deep budget reductions.

Extra day for a trip to Oracle State Park

Bird-watchers came out early for the "grand reopening" of Oracle State Park about a year ago. Budget cuts have made access to the park a hit-or-miss proposition.

Extra day for a trip to Oracle State Park

Visitors at Oracle State Park will get an extra day to enjoy the sights there each week when the park reopens on Feb. 2 for three months.

Take a hike on New Year's Day - it's a healthy way to start 2013

Katie McKean hikes with Amiga, left, and Eddie along the Canyon Loop Trail at Catalina State Park. A hike along that trail will be among those Arizona State Parks is offering for this New Year's Day.