MEDIA ADVISORY: Aug. 5, 2014

CONTACT: DEP Press Office, 850.245.2112, DEPNews@dep.state.fl.us 

FREE ENTRANCE TO GEORGE CRADY BRIDGE FISHING PIER STATE PARK

~Entrance fees waived Saturday to encourage fishing enjoyment~

JACKSONVILLE – The Florida Department of Environmental Protection’s George Crady Bridge Fishing Pier State Park invites visitors to enjoy fishing on the bridge at no cost on Saturday, Aug. 9 from 7 a.m. to noon. Located in Jacksonville, this one-mile fishing bridge spans Nassau Sound and provides access to one of the best fishing areas in Northeast Florida. 

WHAT:         Free Entry to George Crady Bridge Fishing Pier State Park

WHEN:         Saturday, Aug. 9

                     7 a.m. to noon

WHERE:      State Road A1A South

                    Jacksonville, Florida 32226

For additional information on this event or happenings in the park, contact the ranger station at 904-251-2320.  For more information about Florida State Parks, visit www.floridastateparks.org.  

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 171 state parks and trails inspire residents and visitors with recreation opportunities and scenic beauty that help strengthen families, educate children, expand local economies and foster community pride. With 161 parks, 10 state trails, nearly 800,000 acres, 100 miles of beaches and more than 1,500 miles of multi-use trails, 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 while visiting.  For more information, visit www.FloridaStateParks.org

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