Nov 5, 2024 · Energy, Minerals and Natural Resources Department

[Press Release] NM State Parks to salute veterans with free entry and camping on Veterans Day

Michelle Lujan Grisham, Governor

Melanie A. Kenderdine , Cabinet Secretary Designate

Ben Shelton, Acting Deputy Cabinet Secretary

Toby Velasquez, State Parks Division Director

Contact:

Wendy Mason

Marketing & Public Relations Manager

NM State Parks Division

wendy.mason@emnrd.nm.gov

505-819-1785

Sidney Hill

Public Information Officer, EMNRD

sidney.hill@emnrd.nm.gov

505-629-2900

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:

November 5, 2024

New Mexico State Parks to salute veterans with free entry and camping on Veterans Day

SANTA FE, NM – In recognition of Veterans Day -- Monday, November 11 -- the State Parks Division will waive any day-use and overnight camping fees for New Mexico veterans, active military, National Guard and their dependents.

“It is our privilege to say thank you to our veterans and to let them know we are grateful for their sacrifices and accomplishments ,” said State Parks Director Toby Velasquez . “We also want to recognize the many veterans working in our State Parks who now protect and serve the public and landscapes we cherish. Their contributions will be remembered for generations to come.”

In partnership with the New Mexico Department of Veterans Services, the State Parks Division also honors New Mexico veterans who have a 50%, or greater, service-connected disability with an annual day-use pass and one three-day camping pass per year. For more information on the Disabled Veterans Program log onto our website at emnrd.nm.gov/spd or call 1-888-NMPARKS (1-888-667-2757).

New Mexico State Parks manages a diverse range of parks, offering outdoor activities that include hiking, fishing, boating, camping, picnicking, and wildlife viewing. With 35 state parks located across New Mexico, the system provides an ideal setting for visitors to experience the state's natural beauty and unique cultural heritage. Reserve your camping spot up to six months in advance now at reserveamerica.com !

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New Mexico State Parks is a division of the Energy, Minerals and Natural Resources Department . Our mission is to protect and enhance natural and cultural resources, provide first-class recreational and education facilities and opportunities, and promote public safety to benefit and enrich the lives of visitors.

Sincerely,

Wendy Mason

Marketing & Public Relations Manager

Records Custodian

NM State Parks Division

Energy, Minerals & Natural Resources Department

1220 S. St Francis Dr. | Santa Fe, NM 87505

Email: wendy.mason@emnrd.nm.gov | Web: www.emnrd.nm.gov

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