6/9/2009
CHARLESTON, W. Va. — Gov. Joe Manchin invites state citizens and visitors to celebrate West Virginia Day with a splash. On Saturday, June 20, the state is will be issuing “birthday cards” to swimmers who use outdoor swimming pools in West Virginia state parks that day. The birthday card is a free pass to return for a swim any day at participating pools during the 2009 summer season.
“Swimming is old-fashioned outdoor fun,” Gov. Manchin said. “Everyone enjoying our outdoor swimming pools on West Virginia’s 146th birthday will be encouraged to return for a free swim day at any participating state park with outdoor pools.” Manchin advocates outdoor recreation and creating opportunities for state residents and park guests to frequent parks and forests.
West Virginia Day is on Saturday, June 20. The birthday card for a free day swimming is valid starting June 21 through the summer season and is issued to each paying swimmer.
State parks and forest outdoor pools on the birthday card include: Babcock, Beech Fork, Berkeley Springs, Berwind Lake Wildlife Management Area, Bluestone State Park, Cabwaylingo State Forest, Cacapon Resort, Canaan Valley Resort, Cedar Creek, Chief Logan State Park, Greenbrier State Forest, Holly River, Lost River, Moncove Lake, Panther State Forest, Pipestem Resort, Twin Falls Resort, Watoga, and Watters Smith. Cacapon Resort’s pool in Morgan County is a beach with lake swimming. Audra State Park in Upshur County offers river swimming at no charge during posted hours.
For additional information regarding special programs and activities offered at state parks and forests in celebration of West Virginia’s birthday and throughout the year, visit www.wvstateparks.com and click on Calendar of Events.
Contact Information
Ken Caplinger
304-558-2764
parks@wvdnr.gov