Brendan Byrne State Park should stay open The 36,000-acre Brendan Byrne State Forest (formerly know as Lebanon State Forest), located in Ocean and Burlington counties, is an outdoor enthusiast's haven. This state park is also on the list of nine New Jersey parks to be closed by the governor July 1 to save the state money. The park is the focal point for many, many outdoor activities and attracts people from all over New Jersey and the United States. One example of the parks value was this past weekend. The park hosted the Regional Qualifier for the International Six Day Enduro to be held in Greece this fall. Over 1,500 competitors, support crews, course workers and spectators from all corners of the United States came to the park for the event. Local businesses as well as the park benefit from events held at the park. Chris Bethmann, park superintendent, and his staff of only six people manage this 36,000-acre park. I spent the weekend observing these park personnel and I can attest that New Jerseyians get their tax dollars worth from these dedicated state personnel. I realize the state of New Jersey is in a financial crisis and cuts are needed. However, I urge Gov. Corzine to look elsewhere for budget cuts. Closing Brendan Byrne State forest and the eight other New Jersey state parks would save the state a very small amount in relation to the benefits they produce for the people of New Jersey. Lou Green Millstone