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News Media Filming and Photography
No permit is required for news agencies in the process of gathering breaking news for television broadcast or print media. Such coverage will be with the concurrence of and under the supervision of the District Superintendent or his/her designated representative. The Deputy Director for Communications at DPR headquarters shall be advised of all significant news media photographic activity. Filming or photography for other news media (such as "magazine" formats and delayed broadcast feature programs) may require permits. Permits may also be required for still photography done in conjunction with feature or editorial print articles. A DPR staff person or docent will be made available to assist with, and provide interpretive information for, such editorial and feature photographic shoots or filming projects. Where possible, that staff person will serve as a District's Field Media Liaison.
The use of photographic equipment in units of the State Park System will be subject to appropriate rules and regulations. Photography for non-commercial personal purposes is to be encouraged as a means of enhancing visitor enjoyment of units in the State Park System and extending the benefits and influences of the recreational experience.
It is the policy of the Commission for the Department of Parks and Recreation to work cooperatively with businesses, which includes allowing the responsible use of State Park System units by commercial, still and motion picture photographers. The Commission recognizes that such use is a valuable contribution to the economy and tax base of the State of California and can be an effective marketing tool for the State Park System. When filming occurs, the Department will be encouraged to recover all direct and associated costs. Photographic activities in the State Park System shall not result in substantial or permanent alteration of landscape, damage or danger to wildlife, plant life, cultural resources or other resources, or unduly restrict use or access by the public. Filming companies that film in park units should, where appropriate, include recognition of the Department and of those units in their credits.
Hearst Castle
Hearst San Simeon State Historical Monument
Hoyt Fields, Chief Curator: 805-927-2075
California Sate Railroad Museum
Railtown 1897 - Historic Sierra Railroad Shops
Marketing and Fund Development Office: 916-445-1705
http://www.csrmf.org/
Mojave Desert State Parks
Film Liaison: 661-942-0662
Filming and Photography for personal purposes is to be encouraged as a means of enhancing visitor enjoyment and extending the benefits and influences of recreational experiences. Personal Filming and Photography by park visitors is allowed without specific clearance or authorization under the following conditions:
Department of Parks and Recreation rules and regulations must be complied with at all times and normal use fees paid.
There must be no interference with other park visitors' use and enjoyment of the park.
Professional props and/or sets, actors or professional models, or specialized or large motorized equipment will not be used.
Filming and/or Photography will take place during the normal hours that the park is open to he public.
No disturbance or rearrangement of any park facility or feature will be allowed.