House Republican Press Release

July 3, 2007

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REP. SCRIBNER: STATE PROGRAM OFFERS FAMILIES RECREATION OPPORTUNITIES

HARTFORD-State Rep. David Scribner (R-Brookfield, Bethel) today reminded residents that state park day passes are available at public libraries across the state as part of the state's "No Child Left Inside" initiative. Under the DEP's State Park Day Pass Library Program, the main library branch in each of Connecticut's cities and towns receives a Connecticut State Park & Forest day pass. Any patron who has a library card can check out the pass.

Library patrons may borrow the pass, free of charge for one to two days and present it at any state park or forest for free admission. The pass may be used at all the major state parks with admission or parking fees. It also provides free entrance to any museum located at a state park, such as Dinosaur State Park in Rocky Hill, Fort Trumbull State Park in New London and Gillette Castle State Park in East Haddam.

“When families are looking for things to do this summer, it makes sense to consider the state parks and museums that are close by,” said Rep. Scribner. “There are many recreation opportunities available for free through the passes or for a minimal entrance fee.”

Connecticut residents can also purchase State Park and Forest season passes, which are offered for $40. Information on purchasing season passes is available at www.ct.gov/dep and passes can be purchased online. To learn about a variety of activities for families in Connecticut, visit: www.tourism.state.ct.us