Recently, the finalists were revealed for the new Minnesota Parks and Trails license plate design contest.  After a week of online voting, during which more than 30,000 votes were cast, Lt. Gov. Tina Smith today announced the winner of the contest.

The Minnesota DNR revealed the winning plate, designed by Michelle Vesaas of Coon Rapids, featuring an image of a canoe on the water, surrounded by Minnesota’s four seasons.

The new license plate will be available from the Department of Motor Vehicles this fall as part of the ongoing celebration of the 125th anniversary of Minnesota state parks and trails. The cost will start at $60, plus tax. The total includes a one-time $10 fee for the plate itself and a minimum $50 contribution, which is renewable annually.  Proceeds from sales will benefit state parks and trails.

The plate provides their owners with unlimited access to all 75 Minnesota state parks and recreation areas for the year, replacing the need for an annual vehicle permit.

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