National Parks
Ushering in 2023 is a good time to plan to experience new activities and build unique memories. Plus One Foundation’s feature blog this week highlights the opportunities for accessing National Parks. In this post we also share an informative article by Outside Magazine that describes their pick of a sampling of parks for disabled visitors.
Have you heard about the National Park Access Pass and the Washington State Park Pass?
National Park- Access Pass
The National Parks Access Pass is free and promotes better accessibility to the National Park system. The Access Pass not only is free but provides a lifetime admission pass for those with blindness or a permanent disability. The pass can be used at National Park Service locations. The pass is a wonderful way to try and access the outdoors and natural wonders in North America.
Washington State Parks
There are 131 Washington State Parks throughout the State. The Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission offers the Disability pass to all Washington State residents who are blind, profoundly deaf, or disabled.
Benefits of this pass include:
Free entry to state parks; Free watercraft launch; Free trailer dump; 50% discount on nightly camping or moorage fees and Ability to reserve ADA accessible campsites.
The program offers a variety of benefits for visitors.
Read the featured article below by Outside that cover their picks for the disabled experiencing the National Park system.
National Park Pass
https://www.outsideonline.com/adventure-travel/destinations/north-america/best-national-parks-those-disabilities/
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