Passed by the General Assembly in 2010, the policy calls for a yearly, special state parks day to honor Tennessee�s resident veterans.
�This is our way of honoring the many brave men and women who have served our country,� said Environment and Conservation Commissioner Bob Martineau. �The state parks family extends a warm invitation to all of Tennessee�s veterans to visit us on Nov. 11 and enjoy a day in one of our beautiful parks.�
The free day on Nov. 11 is in addition to Tennessee State Parks� current veterans� policy, which includes a camping discount within the state parks system and is available annually beginning November 1 through March 31, offering a 15 to 25 percent reduction off the standard nightly base rates (depending on the type of site chosen). This camping discount is available to Tennessee residents showing proof of prior military duty.
A special state park discount also is in place for active duty military personnel and members of the Tennessee National Guard. This year-round discount is given to all U.S. military � regardless of their branch of service or where they are stationed. Disabled veterans also are eligible for the Tennessee State Parks year-round ADA discount that provides a 25 to 50 percent discount for campsites. For more information about Tennessee State Parks� veterans and military discounts, please visit www.tnstateparks.com/FAQs.shtml#military.
To receive the free state park day benefits and extended discounts, veterans need to provide proof of residency with a Tennessee driver's license; and proof of veteran�s status, with a Certificate of Discharge (DD214) or Veterans Administration benefit card.
For more information on Tennessee State Parks, visit www.tnstateparks.com.
Jeff
HikingintheSmokys.com
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