Earth day brings free day at parks

In honor of Earth Day, Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission will offer a free day at all state parks on Friday, April 22. Visitors will not need to display a Discover Pass for day-use visits to state parks.

“Earth Day is a good way to remind Washingtonians how important state parks are to the preservation of our state’s rich natural and cultural heritage.” said Lisa Lantz, stewardship manager for Washington State Parks.

The Discover Pass costs $30 for a year or $10 for a one-day permit and is required for vehicle access to state recreation lands managed by Washington State Parks, the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife and the Department of Natural Resources.

The remaining 2016 State Parks free days are as follows:

May 8 – (Sunday) A springtime free Sunday

June 4 – (Saturday) National Trails Day

June 11 – (Saturday) National Get Outdoors Day

Aug. 25 – (Thursday) National Park Service 100th birthday

Sept. 24 – (Saturday) National Public Lands Day

Nov. 11 – (Friday) Veterans Day.