The Virginia Department of Conservation & Recreation issued the following news release:

As the economy slowed dramatically in 2008 forcing people to tighten belts and rethink vacation plans, Virginia State Parks remained an affordable and attractive choice for visits, vacations and relaxing recreational opportunities. Visitation last year reached near-record numbers.

In 2008, more than 7.2 million people visited Virginia State Parks, the second highest total in park history. The 2008 figure was down slightly from the 7.4 million visitors in 2007.

"Despite record-high gas prices and a ...

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