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Riverside County Parks invites you to join our Wildflower Photo Contest

Marquese Howard — Tue, 30 Mar 2010 18:30:53 +0000

Wildflowers are in bloom at many of the county’s parks and the Riverside County Regional Park & Open Space District is sponsoring a competition for the best photographs of those flowers or the colorful scenery.

The wildflower photo contest will begin on March 31, 2010 and will continue through May 14. A limit of ten pictures can be submitted via e-mail at promotions {at} riversidecountyparks(.)org or uploaded directly to the site at http://photos.riversidecountyparks.org. Park visitors can submit their best photos of wildflowers in bloom at county parks. All entries will be judged by District staff, and finalists will be posted at www.riversidecountyparks.org so that viewers can vote for the best shots.

Online voting will begin on May 15 and continue through May 23. Five winners selected by online viewers will receive prizes and will have their photos featured on the District’s web site on May 24.

Photos submitted must be the original work of the photographer. Winners will be contacted via e-mail and announced on the website. Galleries of submitted photos will be available on the site after May 14.

For a list of the best parks to spot wildflowers and for a list of other spring events, visit www.riversidecountyparks.org.

As with any outdoor activity, be mindful of vegetation that can cause allergic reactions. For example, a purple wildflower found in burned areas called Turricula parryi, known as the poodle-dog bush, can cause symptoms similar to those caused by poison oak. For more information, or for a picture of a poddle-dog bush, visit www.riversidecountyparks.org.

Advertisement may be download here: Wildflower Photo Contest

Rancho Jurupa Trout Fishing Derby

Marquese Howard — Tue, 19 Jan 2010 16:16:12 +0000

Why not spice up this cold winter season with a little healthy competition? Test your skill and try your luck again friends and co-workers. Fishing isn’t just for adults anymore. Come on down and enjoy some great activities for anglers of all ages. Put down the video games and escape to the great outdoors. We encourage you to bring your children to enjoy the outdoor experience. Worried about not being able to catch a fish? We stock our lakes every two weeks, to ensure the best possible results for catching fish. Often volunteers from civic organizations or the California Department of Fish and Game will come and participate, helping anglers learn how to recognize when there’s something on line and teach them the art of pulling it in successfully. Come join the fun where everyone is a winner!

Rancho Jurupa’s Trout Fishing Derby will begin at 7am on January 23, 2010. Patrons may enter in the park at 6:00am for tackle setup.

PRE-SALE FEE: $10.00 PER PERSON (ON OR BEFORE 1/22/2010)

ENTRY FEE: $12.00 PER PERSON (DAY OF EVENT – 1/23/2010)

Tickets can be purchased directly at Rancho Jurupa Park.
(4800 Crestmore Rd., Riverside, CA 92509)

The Top 3 Anglers will receive a prize.

* Fishing Derby Rules Apply. For more infromation please call (800) 234-7275.

Download the trout fishing derby flier here.

Give a Day, Get a Day with Riverside County Parks

Marquese Howard — Thu, 07 Jan 2010 16:27:15 +0000

Beginning January 1, 2010, Riverside County Regional Park and Open-Space District will become a participating organization in Disney’s “Give a Day, Get a Disney Day” Volunteer Service Program.You must sign up with the Helping Hands Network which can be reached through the Disney website to volunteer your services. Then, indicate Riverside County Regional Park and Open-Space District as the participating organization. After your volunteer service has been completed and verified, Disney will send you a ticket valid for one day admission to a Walt Disney World® or Disneyland® theme park, FREE! For more information about the “Give a Day. Get a Disney day.” visit http://disneyparks.disney.go.com online.

Frequently asked questions can be found here. For specific questions that can not be found on the FAQ, please call 951-955-4310

Download the flyer here.

The Cottonwood campground at Rancho Jurupa Park is now open!

Marquese Howard — Wed, 16 Dec 2009 00:44:47 +0000

The Cottonwood campground in Rancho Jurupa Park is now available. You may make reservations online or drive up to Rancho Jurupa’s kiosk to check-in. The new campground amenities include cable, wireless internet, token operated showers and laundry facilities.

Take advantage of visiting our new camp store ‘The Gopher Hole’ for all your camping needs. Don’t forget to test your luck at our new miniature golf course, with 18-holes of fun for the entire family. Please click on the link for online camping reservations: www.riversidecountyparks.org/reservations

Pumpkin Patch Festival Photos

Marquese Howard — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 01:02:18 +0000

Click here to view a couple of photos from our 2009 Annual Pumpkin Patch Festival this past weekend.

Pumpkin Patch Festival at Rancho Jurupa Park

Marquese Howard — Tue, 06 Oct 2009 18:24:19 +0000

Riverside County Parks would like to invite boys, girls, and ghouls of all ages to attend our 1st Annual Pumpkin Patch Event! This 2-day “spook”tacular event will be held October 31st through November 1st from 10am to 4:00pm. The Pumpkin Patch event will feature crafts, games, Trick or Treating, and everyone is encouraged to wear their costumes! This event includes games for kids of all ages, people in costumes handing out candy, airbrush tattoos, pumpkin patch photos, and bounce houses. This event is based out our newly remodeled Rancho Jurupa Park, which features a new miniature golf course, playgrounds, two lakes and several shade shelters for picnicking. Enjoy fall harvest treats, along with fair foods like burgers and fries. The activity area will feature local arts and crafts vendors and promote educational opportunities through workshops taught by local sponsors. Activity wristbands are $5 per person. Parents or Guardians are not required to purchase wristbands while supervising children in activity area. Rancho Jurupa Park is located at 4800 Crestmore Road, Riverside CA 92509. For details on this event, please call 951-955-4587.

(FOOD SOLD SEPARATELY NOT INCLUDED WITH PURCHASE OF ACTIVITY WRISTBAND)

Wildflower Photo Contest Winners

Marquese Howard — Wed, 06 May 2009 16:08:20 +0000

Thank you to all of you who participated in our Wildflower Photo Contest. It wouldnâ€™t have been a success without you. Congratualtions to Debra Maalona, Freida Hall, Monica Thill, and Diane Boydstun for becoming one of our TOP FIVE photographers.

Our grand prize winner is: Shannon Owens for her beautiful photo taken at Santa Rosa Plateau (Vernal Pool Trail). Below we have our TOP FIVE PHOTOS.

Shannon Owens:

Finalists:

Diane Boydstun

Monica Thill:

Freida Hall:

Debra Maalona:

Rancho Jurupa Park – 2009 Trout Fishing Derby

Marquese Howard — Tue, 27 Jan 2009 23:20:31 +0000

Here are a couple great photos from our 2009 Trout Fishing Derby at Rancho Jurupa Park. Congratulations Walt Voogt in winning 1st Prize. Our next Trout Fishing Derby will be held at Lake Cahuilla Park on Saturday, Feb. 28th, 2009. If you would like more information on our derbies or camping reservations at any of our parks, please call (800) 234-7275.

2009 Trout Fishing Derby Photos

Rancho Jurupa Fishing Derby – Jan. 24th, 2009

Kenneth Washington — Thu, 15 Jan 2009 22:11:04 +0000

Why not spice up this cold winter season with a little healthy competition? Test your skill and try your luck again friends and co-workers. Fishing isnâ€™t just for adults anymore. Come on down and enjoy some great activities for anglers of all ages. Put down the video games and escape to the great outdoors. We encourage you to bring your children to enjoy the outdoor experience. Worried about not being able to catch a fish? We stock ourÂ Jurupa lakes every two weeks, to ensure the best possible results for catching fish.

Often volunteers from civic organizations or the California Department of Fish and Game will come and participate, helping anglers learn how to recognize when there’s something on line and teach them the art of pulling it in successfully. Come join the fun where everyone is a winner!

Trout Fishing Derby – January 24, 2009 at

Rancho Jurupa Park

(4800 Crestmore Rd., Riverside, CA 92509)
Park Kiosk: 951-684-7032

Park Reservations: 1 (800) 234-PARK (7275)

The Top 3 Anglers will receive a cash prize and other gifts.