Media Advisory: April 6, 2017

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Weeki Wachee Springs State Park Launches
Text Notification Pilot Program

~Subscribers can receive alerts about the park to enhance visitor experience~

WEEKI WACHEE, Fla. – The Florida Department of Environmental Protection’s Florida Park Service has launched a pilot program to send text notifications for Weeki Wachee Springs State Park, as well as eight other state parks. By subscribing to the text notifications, visitors will receive alerts about the park which may include special event details, discounts or promotions, as well as weather alerts and notifications when the park reaches capacity or reopens when capacity is available.

To sign up for text notifications at Weeki Wachee Springs State Park, text “weeki” to 51660. If you would like to receive text notifications for other state parks, you can view the full list of parks with subscription details.

In fiscal year 2015-16, Weeki Wachee Springs State Park boasted 397,832 visitors. The park is home to the world-famous Weeki Wachee Mermaids that have delighted visitors since 1947. The 538-acre park features a first magnitude spring and a 400-seat submerged theater for watching the live mermaid show, as well as a river boat cruise and opportunities for kayaking and paddleboarding.

About Florida State Parks, Greenways and Trails

The Florida Park Service is the proud recipient of three National Gold Medals for Excellence in Park and Recreation Management, making Florida America’s first three-time Gold Medal winner. The awards were received in 1999, 2005 and 2013 from the American Academy for Park and Recreation Administration and the National Recreation and Park Association.

Florida’s 174 state parks, trails and historic sites inspire residents and visitors with recreation opportunities and scenic beauty that help strengthen families, educate children, expand local economies and foster community pride. With nearly 800,000 acres, 100 miles of beaches and more than 1,500 miles of multi-use trails, residents and visitors should plan to visit soon and often to enjoy Florida’s natural treasures. Download the Florida State Parks Pocket Ranger® mobile app, available on iTunes and Android Market, to plan your trip and enhance your experience. For more information, visit www.FloridaStateParks.org.

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