CHARLESTON, W.Va. (The Hinton News) – West Virginia State Parks officials announced that Audra State Park has received a land donation of 47 acres from the family of Victor and Mary Thacker.
The Thacker family donated 47 acres adjacent to Audra State Park during a ceremonial deed signing at the West Virginia State Capitol on September 3. Their donation also included a $15,000 gift to the West Virginia State Parks Foundation earmarked for signage and future trail development of the park’s new Thacker Addition.
“West Virginia State Parks is deeply grateful for this extraordinary gift from the Thacker Family.”, said Acting West Virginia State Parks Chief Dillard Price. “Each acre our state parks protect represents a lasting investment in our state’s natural, cultural and historical resources – a gift that directly benefits future generations.”
The Thacker Family has a 175-year history in the Barbour County area surrounding Audra State Park and made the donation in honor of Victor Thacker’s great great grandparents Jacob Johnson Thacker and Sarah Ann DeMasters Thacker.
About West Virginia State Parks
West Virginia’s state parks and forests are the vacation destination of choice for more than 7 million people each year. Made up of 36 parks, 9 forests and 3 rail trails, the West Virginia State Parks system provides endless opportunities for family fun and adventure. Make memories that last forever. West Virginia State Parks is managed by the West Virginia Division of Natural Resources, a division of the West Virginia Department of Commerce.
