For thousands of Minnesota families, the Fourth of July weekend was supposed to include a visit to one of our 68 treasured state parks. But during the very time when most of us want to camp, hike or bird watch, our elected officials didn't resolve the state's budget crisis in time to prevent a government shutdown. Other popular family activities such as fishing, boating and hunting are also now off-limits to anyone who doesn't already have a license because the Department of Natural Resources is closed and can't issue new ones.
Come to the Capitol Campout on Saturday, July 9, 10:00-Noon and let your lawmakers know it's time to put aside partisan politics and get our parks open again. Bring your family and friends and pitch your tent right on the Capitol lawn. You can even bring your fishing reel (but leave the hook at home!) and help us fish for budget solutions. We've invited Governor Dayton and are waiting to hear if he'll be able to join us.
We look forward to seeing you on Saturday!
Capitol Campout
Come down to the Capitol Campout this Saturday from 10-Noon and let legislators know we want our parks back.
July 5, 2011 at 7:09PM
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