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Assateague Island annual passes now available for ‘14

BERLIN–Are you looking for the perfect gift for that person on your Christmas list who loves to spend time at the beach?  How about a year-long entrance pass to Assateague Island where a stroll along the shore, paddle in the bay, or casting a line of bait is a great way to spend time. The 2014 annual pass to Assateague Island National Seashore is now available.
The $30 pass provides entrance to the National Seashore in both the Maryland and Virginia Districts from Jan. 1 through Dec. 31 2014.
This year’s annual pass features a photograph of a seashells resting on the sand taken by park seasonal employee, Brittany Shirvani.
The 2014 annual passes may be purchased at the Park Entrance and Ranger Station in the Maryland District and the Toms Cove Visitor Center in the Virginia District.
“Come on out to Assateague, and let the island cast its net of wonder over you,” said Rachelle Daigneault, chief of Interpretation & Education.
For those who frequent other Federal fee areas, the 2014 America the Beautiful – The National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands Annual Pass is available online at the USGS store.  
For $80 you have access to more than 2,000 recreation areas managed by five Federal agencies.   For more information on Assateague Island National Seashore, visit www.nps.gov/asis or check out the Facebook page.