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3dpete
May 17, 2013Explorer
I got the same charge though it is now $64.95. Turns out these crooks(ACT Active advantage) are the company that writes the software (Reserve America) for the state parks (and other similar online reservation sites.) They stick a link in the middle of the reservation page that says "Receive $10 off this reservation today, join active advantage" It looks like the link leads to more info about the discount but by clicking it you have just purchased the service!!!!!! There is no explanation for what it is even about! You have no idea you just bought into it unless you happen to notice the charge on your credit card 2 months later. I dont even remember clicking the link, I would never be interested in any of their services. Apparently they have slammed many people who registered for marathons with the same BS charges.
This is clearly deception and fraud and its being funded by taxpayer money. These scammers are manipulating a government funded website and ripping off unsuspecting campers.
I called Reserve America, they admitted there was a problem and were "looking into it" didnt sound like there was much effort there. I contacted State Parks and have not gotten an answer..... are they all in on it?
If you see this link while making reservations, please call the CA State Parks and demand they use a different vendor now.
This is clearly deception and fraud and its being funded by taxpayer money. These scammers are manipulating a government funded website and ripping off unsuspecting campers.
I called Reserve America, they admitted there was a problem and were "looking into it" didnt sound like there was much effort there. I contacted State Parks and have not gotten an answer..... are they all in on it?
If you see this link while making reservations, please call the CA State Parks and demand they use a different vendor now.
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