5/31/2007

Vote for your favorite state park features

MADISON – Wisconsin residents and visitors can vote for their favorite Wisconsin State Park features through an online survey being conducted by the Friends of Wisconsin State Parks (FWSP). People can access the survey through the organization’s Web site at [http://www.fwsp.org] (exit DNR). Voting closes Sept. 21 and winners will be announced on Oct. 19.

The short survey asks voters to list the name of the park they feel offers the best features in 10 categories including the best ski trails, picnic area, view of a moonrise, kids playground, mountain bike trail, prairie, interpretive display and campsites.

“Voters can go right online and vote – it takes under two minutes,” said Kate Zurlo-Cuva, friends and volunteer coordinator for the state park system. “New visitors to state parks and trails can look at the survey results and judge where to go based on their recreational preference.”

“We hope that hidden favorite spots and beloved secrets will surface,” notes Bill Lunney, president of the Friends of Wisconsin State Parks. “As volunteers who are passionate about our state parks and trails, it brings us at FWSP great joy to see what others love about the state park system as well.”

Whether or not people choose to vote, everyone is invited to join the Friends of Wisconsin State Parks at their celebratory banquet and awards ceremony on Oct. 19 at Devil’s Lake State Park. Award winners will also be posted on the Wisconsin State Parks Web pages.

FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: Kate Zurlo-Cuva - (608) 266-7617