"VOLUNTEERISM and CITIZEN SERVICE must lead Louisiana's recovery effort." -Lt. Gov. Mitch Landrieu The Louisiana Serve Commission is pleased to announce Volunteer Louisiana, a website and call center that matches volunteers with service opportunities throughout the state. Visit www.volunteerlouisiana.gov or call 866-286-3835 or 225-342-3070 to find out how you can begin a summer of service.

Louisiana State Parks Online Reservations You can now make online reservations for cabins, campsites, lodges and group camps – at www.ReserveAmerica.com Learn More >>

April 4, 2008

CONTACT:
Sharon Broussard
(225) 342-5473
sbroussar@crt.state.la.us

"We are proud to have one of the finest state parks systems in the nation," said Landrieu. "These beautiful cabins represent the kind of investment we are making in our state parks. These facilities will serve our citizens here in Louisiana, and will attract visitors from across the country. "

The State Parks system is overseen by Landrieu's Department of Culture, Recreation, and Tourism. The new cabins are part of a larger $10.47 million improvement project that also includes a new 300-foot fishing pier and a visitor center, consisting of a nature area, meeting room, and outdoor classroom. Reservations for the cabins can be obtained online at ReserveAmerica.com or by calling the Office of State Parks Reservation Center at 1-877-226-7652.

Fontainebleau State Park is located off U.S. 190 in Mandeville on 2,800 acres on the north shore of Lake Pontchartrain, offering a beautiful outdoor setting for camping, hiking and picnicking opportunities. For more information on Fontainebleau State Park or any of Louisiana's State Parks, visit www.lastateparks.com.