Expedition Empower

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It’s National Park week and we’d like to talk about one of the National Park System’s best benefits! If you are an US citizen or permanent resident living with a permanent disability (does not have to be a 100% disability) you can get a free, lifetime pass that provides admittance to more than 2,000 recreation sites managed by five Federal agencies including national parks.

The pass may be obtained in person at a federal recreation site or through the mail using an application form. There is a $10 fee to process the application. There are two pieces of required documentation: A copy of ID issued by an authorized U.S. agency such as your driver's license, passport or state-issued ID and documentation that proves permanent disability such as:

Statement by a licensed physician (Statement must include: that the individual has a PERMANENT disability, that it limits one or more aspects of their daily life, and the nature of those limitations.)

Document issued by Federal agency such as the Veteran's Administration, Social Security Disability Income or Supplemental Security Income

Document issued by a state agency such as a vocational rehabilitation agency

It is a fairly quick and easy process. We recommend emailing or calling your primary care physician who can send you a digital letter. This part of the process will vary depending on your health care provider.

Scroll through the photos to preview some of the beautiful and amazing places you can visit for free! If you have any questions about the pass, leave a comment and we’ll do our best to provide an answer.