Representatives from Missouri State Parks will be recognizing and thanking all veterans and active-duty military members for their service with two promotions in honor of Veterans Day.

According to a news release, to show appreciation, all veterans and active-duty military members camping at a Missouri State Parks campground on Thursday, November 11, will receive a voucher for a free night of camping.

The veteran must be staying the night of Thursday, November 11 and show identification of veteran/active-duty military status at check in to receive a free camping coupon. Missouri State Parks will accept several types of identification.

Veterans and active military members are also invited on free tours of Missouri state historic sites Thursday through Sunday, November 14, with valid identification.

Officials say some Missouri State Parks and historic sites change hours of operations during the fall for off-season. Visitors are encouraged to check current hours online at mostateparks.com before heading to a state park or historic site.