Celebrate Earth Day at an Oklahoma State Park OKLAHOMA CITY, April 16 — To celebrate Earth Day, the Oklahoma Tourism and Recreation Department is hosting activities at five state parks on Sunday, April 21, to encourage park visitors to preserve and protect Oklahoma’s beauty and natural resources. “We’re excited to celebrate our agency’s mission of preserving, protecting and enhancing Oklahoma’s...
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Oklahoma Tourism and Recreation Department to host Tourism Day at the Capitol
Oklahoma Tourism and Recreation Department to host Tourism Day at the Capitol OKLAHOMA CITY, April 15, 2024 — The Oklahoma Tourism and Recreation Department is hosting Tourism Day at the Capitol on Thursday, April 18, from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Partner organizations representing Oklahoma’s 3rd largest industry will be in attendance to share information about travel and tourism and...
It’s not too Late to Plan Your April 2024 Eclipse Adventure at Oklahoma State Parks
It’s not too Late to Plan Your April 2024 Eclipse Adventure at Oklahoma State Parks OKLAHOMA CITY — The Oklahoma Tourism and Recreation Department (OTRD) is reminding travelers that it’s not too late to secure their accommodations to view the total solar eclipse on April 8, 2024 at an Oklahoma State Park, as well as tips and resources to...
Governor Stitt Names Shelley Zumwalt as Oklahoma Secretary of Tourism
Governor Stitt Names Shelley Zumwalt as Oklahoma Secretary of Tourism OKLAHOMA CITY (January 16, 2024) – Today, Governor Kevin Stitt named Shelley Zumwalt as Oklahoma Secretary of Tourism following a historic year for Oklahoma’s tourism industry. “Shelley Zumwalt has proven herself to be a tourism powerhouse and a compelling ambassador for Oklahoma,” said Governor Stitt. “After seeing the historic numbers from...
Governor Stitt and the Oklahoma Tourism and Recreation Department release record-breaking economic impact report for 2022
Governor Stitt and the Oklahoma Tourism and Recreation Department release record-breaking economic impact report for 2022 Oklahoma sees largest year-over-year percentage increase in travel spending in nearly a decade OKLAHOMA CITY, Jan. 16, 2023 — Governor Stitt and the Oklahoma Tourism and Recreation Department released the record-breaking annual Economic Impact of Travel in Oklahoma report for the 2022 calendar...
Start off the New Year with a Free Hike in an Oklahoma State Park!
Start off the New Year with a Free Hike in an Oklahoma State Park! This New Year’s Day, the Oklahoma Tourism and Recreation Department (OTRD) is offering free guided hikes, admission and parking at participating parks as part of the national America’s State Parks First Day Hikes. This initiative promotes outdoor recreation and takes place in all 50 states, including...