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By Emmie Cornell In Public Lands

Support West Virginia’s National Parks

We love our outdoor spaces and know how important they are! Not only are they a source of vast natural beauty and wonder, but they’re also a huge economic driver for our state. In 2017 alone, West Virginia’s 8 national park units added nearly $84 million to the state’s economy!

Sadly, though, our parks are faced with about $62 in deferred maintenance and need dedicated funding to keep them beautiful for generations to come. Huge shout-out to Senator Joe Manchin III and Senator Shelley Moore Capito for their support of the #RestoreOurParks bill that’s going to get this done! #wildandwonderful #parkchampions

Call Senator Manchin’s office at (304) 368-0567 to voice your support this bill!

Read more about how West Virginia can protect and maintain these valuable state lands.

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