Put a New York State Park Under Your Christmas Tree

I know, I know, it isn't even Thanksgiving yet and here I am talking about Christmas gifts. You're right, of course, but what if I told you that you could get the perfect gift for lots of folks on your gift list, possibly finish your Christmas shopping early, and help keep the great outdoors available to everyone in New York?

Imagine being able to give the gift of the great outdoors to someone, whether they like to hike, camp, or even golf, one gift covers it all. A New York State Park gift card. What a great idea, imagine, you could give the gift of making great memories and having a wonderful experience to family and friends.

New York State Park gift cards are available on-line, you can purchase them in any denomination, and they have no expiration dates. Plus, you can also add value to the card at any time and check the card balance at any participating New York State Park location.

If you’re like me, and you can’t remember the last time you went camping, and you’re not sure how much to get, the New York State Parks even help with that. According to them, typically $25 to $50 will cover a round of golf or a weekday camping stay, $65 gets you an Empire Passport or most weekend camping stays, and if the camper in your life is more the cabin type, then $120 is the average weekend cost for a cabin.

The camping gift card can be used at most facilities operated by the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation, and Historic Preservation. If you want the card fast, it’s best to get it in person at your nearest state park, you can also make an order by telephone, or click here to order on-line.

I promise I won't tell anyone if you get one for yourself! Happy gift giving.