Tennessee Conservation Raffle includes 10 Nights Free Lodging at Any State Park as Part of Camping Package

Nashville, TN – A camping package which includes 10 nights lodging for any Tennessee State Park is one of the outstanding packages available for a lucky winner in the 2020 Tennessee Conservation Raffle sponsored by the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Foundation.

The camping package is one of the seven, priceless outdoor experiences available to win this year. The winner of this package will receive a voucher for lodging for any Tennessee State Park that offers lodging and nights can be used consecutively or nonconsecutively.

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All Golf Carts at Tennessee State Park Courses Are Now Electric

Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation

Nashville, TN – The Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation (TDEC) has officially transitioned all of its 650 golf carts at the nine Tennessee State Park courses from gas to electric.

The switch will result in an estimated savings of $80,000 per year, prevent the release of approximately 350,000 pounds of carbon dioxide emissions per year and enhance the golfing experience by reducing the noise associated with gas-powered carts.

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Tennessee State Parks Host Day After Thanksgiving Hikes

Nashville, TN – Tennessee State Parks will offer free, guided hikes at all 56 of its parks on Friday, November 25th, the day after Thanksgiving. This is the third year for this event, and one in a series of five statewide ranger-led hikes throughout the year.

“Our public lands are here for all to enjoy and the After Thanksgiving Hikes are a perfect way to have fun with friends and family during the holiday,” said Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation Commissioner Bob Martineau. “Our parks offer something for everyone, so all ages and abilities are encouraged to join us for a peaceful stroll or a rugged trek.”

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