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Lassen Volcanic National Park Announces Winner of the 2012 Annual Pass Photo Contest

Painted Dunes from atop Cinder Cone
NPS Photo
I-Ting Chiang

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Date: October 21, 2011
Contact: Darlene Koontz, (530) 595-6102

 Lassen Volcanic National Park Superintendent Darlene Koontz announced that the winning entry for the 2012 Lassen Annual Pass photo contest was submitted by I-Ting Chiang of Fremont, CA. This magnificent photograph entitled, "Painted Dunes from atop Cinder Cone" showcases Lassen Volcanic National Park and its awesome volcanic scenery.

The Lassen Annual Pass photo contest is held annually and is open to the public. The winning photograph was selected by park employees and volunteers from over 100 submissions. Chiang will receive photo credit and a $50 gift certificate from the Lassen Association to use at one of the park bookstores, and his photo will be featured on the 2012 Lassen Annual Pass. To view the 2012 winning photo, please visit the park website at: http://www.nps.gov/lavo/parknews/winner-of-2012-annual-pass-contest.htm

The photo contest for the 2013 Lassen Annual Pass will run again next summer. Photographs may be submitted beginning May 1 and no later than September 7, 2012. For more information, please contact the fee office at (530) 595-6120.  

The $25 Lassen Annual Pass is valid for one year from the month of purchase and is also honored at Whiskeytown National Recreation Area. The 2012 pass will be available for purchase in the new year at the southwest area of the park or online through the park website at http://www.nps.gov/lavo/planyourvisit/feesandreservations.htm or http://www.pay.gov.  

The Lassen Volcanic Annual Pass is part of the Federal Lands Recreation Enhancement Act, which enables Lassen Volcanic National Park to retain 80% of fees collected through the selling of passes and the collection of entrance fees. These funds pay for needed repairs and projects to improve visitor services and facilities.  

For more information, please contact the park at (530) 595-6100 or for TDD at (530)595-3480, Monday through Friday, except holidays, from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. or visit the park website at www.nps.gov/lavo.         

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