Have you heard about the senior pass? Well, if you love parks, US citizen, and you are 62 years old or way above, then grab this affordable lifetime pass made especially for seniors!
This affordable pass allows you to access recreation areas managed by US Federal agencies. Plus the senior pass also provides great discounts to some amenities which will normally require you to pay fees such as camping, site tours and boating.
These little babies cost $10 each and they last for a lifetime. You can purchase one with participating government agencies such as Bureau of Land Management, Bureau of Reclamation, Fish and Wildlife Service, USDA Forest Service, and National Park Service. All you need to do is personally present yourself to issuing agencies, bring $10 and some proof of identification like driver’s license, birth certificate, or anything that is government-issued documents.
However, fees vary from one site to another so it is best to inquire to the site first before going to avoid inconveniences along the trip and I heard you need to purchase the pass again if you lost them or if they were stolen from you so you really need to look after them closely.
Senior pass is very convenient and will come in handy for seniors who love strolling down national parks and just be one with nature. This is also a great way to enjoy a family outing without breaking the bank. Seniors are allowed to access most of national parks and lands from Alaska all the way to Florida. Senior Pass is part of the American the Beautiful- Natural Parks and Federal Recreational Lands pass program wherein they offer different kinds of passes for different needs. This program grants US residents to enjoy their national museums, parks and lands.
The good part is, this pass will not only benefit you but your companions as well. Your pass will allow you, three of your adult companions and one private car to enter the premises without any extra charge. Like stated earlier, discounts are given for any other amenities you may want to avail during the trip and mind you, discounts can go up to 50% if you are lucky!
Other available passes which you can avail through same agencies are access pass for people with disability problems, one year pass for adults under 62 years of age, and free pass for volunteers.
This pass will prove to be very beneficial to seniors considering the money they will be able to save and the number of parks they are allowed to access.
