4th Graders Get Free Federal Land Access

[NKQualtieri]

Just wanted to let everyone know about this cool program if you have any fourth grade kiddos this year. Every fourth grader can complete an online activity and receive a free access pass to all federal lands: https://everykidinapark.gov/

One of my best friend's daughters is in the fourth grade this year so we're planning some epic trips. I buy a park pass every year but she's excited to "get us into the parks" herself

 

[Dinkshooter]

What if you just act like a 4th grader? Any benefit?

 

[NKQualtieri]

If that was the case, I'd have had a free pass for about 20 years now

 

[1_pointer]

Just think of all the folks that will take advantage of this program. It'll be "rent a 4th grader" near most all federal land. It'll be adults using the passes from all the kids in town!

PS- That tongue in cheek parody of the discussion revolving lower hunting ages in some states.

PPS- I think it's a cool program.

 

[MT_elk]

Thanks for the heads up NKQualtieri. My wife is a teacher and didn't know about this - go figure. LOL

 

[smarandr]

Just think of all the folks that will take advantage of this program. It'll be "rent a 4th grader" near most all federal land. It'll be adults using the passes from all the kids in town!

PS- That tongue in cheek parody of the discussion revolving lower hunting ages in some states.

PPS- I think it's a cool program.

When I was a kid it was a 6th grade program. I don't think it's appropriate for 4th graders to be getting this kind of benefit.

 

[NKQualtieri]

Thanks for the heads up NKQualtieri. My wife is a teacher and didn't know about this - go figure. LOL

Hooray! Glad to have helped Anything that gets kids excited about being outside is awesome in my book.

 

[Zach]

Ironic you have to get a "free" pass to the land "we" own.

Pleasantly surprised that they included homeschoolers. I pass this to my wife so she can share with the other parents of home school children.

 

[bobbydean]

Way too old for this to matter to me.

It is great for the kids.

Thanks for the info.

 

[1_pointer]

When I was a kid it was a 6th grade program. I don't think it's appropriate for 4th graders to be getting this kind of benefit.

Perzactly!

 

[Ben Lamb]

I think that if you want to get in to national parks, you need to take a safety course, regardless of age.

 

[1_pointer]

I think that if you want to get in to national parks, you need to take a safety course, regardless of age.

Agreed. No more Jr. (aka apprentice) Ranger programs until a background check is completed.