Rep. Davis “Adopts” Scantic River State Park in East Windsor

State Representative Chris Davis (R-57th) recently announced his “adoption” of Scantic River State Park in East Windsor under the “Adopt a Park” program established by Friends of State Parks – an environmental organization in Connecticut.

“No matter what part of the state you live in, there is a state park or forest close by - but these lands are not easily maintained. It takes a cohered effort from the state, environmental organizations and dedicated volunteers to keep these lands available for public use,” said Rep. Davis. “I am proud to adopt the Scantic River State Park and to have a role in this important program that will help preserve our state’s open lands for years to come.”

Legislators who "Adopt A Park" commit to do the following:

• Acknowledge the State Park or Parks in their District;
• Visit the State Park(s) to understand its assets and needs;
• Work with existing "Friends of Park" organization or with the CT Department of Energy & Environmental Protection to launch an annual event (walk, clean-up, etc.) in 2013; and
• Publicize their Park(s) and help advocate for the needs of the State Park system.

Legislators who participate in the program are also included on an Honor Roll that the Friends of CT State Parks and CFPA will keep up-to-date and display online.

The Scantic State Park spreads across 174 acres of land covering the towns of Enfield, East Windsor and Somers.

2013 is the 100 year anniversary of the State Park System, which has grown to include 107 State Parks including iconic places such as Gillette Castle State Park, Hammonasset and Rocky Neck Beach State Parks, Harkness Memorial State Park, Sleeping Giant State Park, Talcott Mountain State Park and more.

Rep. Christopher Davis can be reached by email Christopher.Davis@housegop.ct.gov or by phone 860-240-8700.

Rep. Davis represents the 57th district covering East Windsor & Ellington