Joe Manchin III, Governor

Frank Jezioro, Director

News Release : April 13, 2005

Hoy Murphy , Public Information Officer (304) 558-3380 hoymurphy@wvdnr.gov

Contact: Kim McHenry , Parks and Recreation Section (304) 558-2764 parks@westvirginia.com

West Virginia State Park Gifts Great for Mom & Dad

  For Mother's Day or Father's Day, give a unique and special gift of relaxation and scenic splendor with West Virginia State Parks' gift certificates and camping bucks, or choose from gift ideas at "A Shop in the Park," the State Park online gift shop at www.wvstateparks.com.

  Gift certificates are available for a variety of lodging and special events year-round, including lodge rooms, gift shop, cabin rentals, restaurant, telephone calls, golf green fees and cart rental. Camping bucks are for sale in books of $25 and are redeemable at any West Virginia State Park campground.

  "State Park gift certificates are perfect gifts for mom and dad, because they can be used for family getaways," said Kim McHenry , West Virginia State Parks Programming Services Coordinator.

  West Virginia State Park camping bucks are available for those who enjoy the great outdoors. They are redeemable at any West Virginia State Park campground. Camping bucks come in books of $25 and are distributed in their own specially designed wallet.

  "Camping bucks are a wonderful gift for families that enjoy outdoor recreation, tents and sleeping under the stars," McHenry states.

  Many of your favorite parks are also offering merchandise online. Internet users will be able to shop in the convenience of home at any time. All transactions are secured. To order West Virginia State Park gift certificates and camping bucks, call 1-800-CALL WVA. Visa, MasterCard, money orders and checks will be accepted. Gift certificates, camping bucks and other fine merchandise are also available at www.wvstateparks.com. All items are for sale year-round.

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