Smh. HEADS UP!!!! This ladys a total B. I would like to have an application by mail. Im a 100% p/t vetera. These are completely separate from the access pass, anyone can buy one and it has nothing to do with being disabled. I was told in Cedar Hill, TX that it had to be 60%. You can have my pass. Make sure to have photo ID available when using your Lifetime Access Pass and enjoy the majestic scenery and abundant recreational opportunities our National Parks provide. Good call! Access Pass applications are usually processed and shipped within 5 business days from the day they arrive at USGS. Discounts offered by the Pass vary widely across the many different types of recreation sites. Hows it work for us? The Interagency Military Pass has been part of the America the Beautiful - The National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands Pass Series since 2012. Thank you for your service . Transit time varies, and is dependent upon the service selected: USPS - typically 5-10 business days echo $arrContactInfo['con_position']; ?>, Have a Disability? A free, lifetime pass - available to U.S. citizens or permanent residents of the United States that have been medically determined to have apermanent disability(does not have to be a 100% disability)-that provides admittance to more than 2,000 recreation sites managed by five Federal agencies. I am a widow of a disabled veteran (100%). ), A document issued by federal agency such as the Veteran's Administration, Social Security Disability Income or, Supplemental Security Income. You have to go to the National Park and present DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS ID CARD with annotations of your VA Disability Rating or your Award Letter outlining your Disability Rating. You have good days and you have bad days. VA disability award letter, VA summary of benefits, or proof of SSDI income. or https:// means youve safely connected to the .gov website. And the difference in a disabled that and a vet is for me anyway the vent goes out and he gets him another job and he works and he lives his life a disabled vet probably does not get to work as much as a a veteran. If you are 62 you are eligible for a lifetime access pass to our NATIONAL PARKS (NOT State Parks) for a very small fee-use to be $10.00 but Congress raised it recently to approx. Who qualifies for the Access Pass? the VA sucks! Do I need this also. It might be the same, but many of our brothers and sitars not seniors yet. If you fall into any of the following groups, here's what you pay for an annual pass: Veterans: free. Try listening to a constant ring in your ears twenty-four hours a day or not being able to socialize because you can hardly recognize what people are saying, then maybe you can complain. For further details: This is because certain groups receive free entry to National Parks anyway, or qualify for a better deal. I just purchase a year pass, is there any way to get the fee refunded and get this instead? Some examples of acceptable documentation include: Image Who said 10% was the minimum requirement? Most importantly, thanks to those who gave all, and their families who miss them every day. The Interagency Access Pass may be issued to US citizens or permanent residents of any age that have been medically determined to have a permanent disability (does not have to be a 100% disability) that severely limits one or more major life activities. ) or https:// means youve safely connected to the .gov website. Golden Age Passports are valid for a lifetime however, if they physically wear out you will need to obtain a replacement Access Pass with proper identification. (LockA locked padlock) Actually just because you live to 62 does not mean you get it free it is $80. To qualify for the Pass the disability must be permanent and limit one or more major life activities. Over 62: $20. The email I got from VA news stated that this was free for disabled vets. Good day. As a disabled veteran, the offer of free access to our beautiful National Parks, after I jump through all the hoops required and then pay the $10 processing fee. What about regular Veterans? I emailed the National Parks and they told me permanent disability. Dont like my comment so you remove it.. ? So I went to my nearby National Battlefield Park in Manassas VA today, Memorial Day weekend to get a lifetime pass. The Interagency Access Pass is part of the America the Beautiful - The National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands Pass series and is available free for US citizens or permanent residents with permanent disabilities. I wish you all well! 30 10 =, How do you solve it? P.O. Mail-order applicants for the Access Pass must submit a completedpaper application, proof of residency and documentation of permanent disability (does not have to be100% disability), and pay the document processing fee of $10 to obtain a pass through the mail. At many sites the Access Pass provides thepass ownera discount onExpanded Amenity Fees(such as camping, swimming, boat launching, and guided tours). The Access Pass is a free, lifetime pass available to United States citizens or permanent residents, regardless of age, that have a permanent disabilitythat can be used at over 2,000 Federal recreation sites across the nation, including National Parks, National Wildlife Refuges, and many National Forest lands. Mail I mail the application packet with a check payment rather than filling out the credit card information? Since, Channel Islands National Park is a non-fee charging park they do not issue the pass. What is the America the Beautiful- The National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands Access Pass? The crooked San Diego property tax Assessor gave me a reduction for a 100% disability rating, as required, but somehow, the very next year, my property tax assessment tax amount, went Up by the very Same amount of the difference. This is a very nice program, and I will take advantage of it. I am a widow of a Vietnam Veteran who died from his service connected disability. You can pay per vehicle or per person for admission. Lol. Information and laws about service animals in our parks. For those who are already in a disability status the VA should issue the pass to them now, not like they do not have the records. I do not collect ssdi but I have a 40% rating do I still qualify? The only problem is that not all national parks have this update. Get ready for adventure: 450 000 km 2 of memories await! The Access Pass admits thepass ownerand passengers in anon-commercial vehicleat per-vehicle fee areas andpass owner+ 3 adults, not to exceed 4 adults, where per-person fees are charged. Plus, here near Philadelphia, we have so many cool places to visit within the national parks system and so many fun places to go. Picked mine up today, thanks for the heads up. Camping under the stars Credit NPS / Emily Ogden. Not so special. You can obtain an Access Pass onstore.usgs.gov/access-passby uploading an ID and documentation of permanent disability and paying the processing fee of $10. 1-888-ASK-USGS The Annual Senior Pass will provide you with free entry into all of the above mentioned National Park sites but only for one year. Both passes are basically the same, just different criteria to be eligible for them.. Misleading title on the email announcing free national park access, not mentioning it is for the disabled vets only, until we read the article. With access to over 2,000 locations nationwide, this pass grants individuals with disabilities a lifetime of adventures you don't want to miss. This is a great benefit for BLIND and PERMANENTLY DISABLED Veterans. It states this clearly on the VA Benefits Summary. In Pocatello, Idaho please come to the Forest Service office at 4350 Cliffs Drive instead of the BLM/Department of the Interior, and I can help you out. One is that you can go to a participating location and apply for it in person. https://store.usgs.gov/s3fs-public/access_pass_application.pdf, Look on the bottom of page 2 of the application form for the address. Can I utilize the free national park pass or is it just for the Veteran? The Access Pass application form Why are you worried about others, are you a VA doctor? An annual Parks Canada Discovery Pass covers admission to more than 80 destinations for 12 months. Attn: Access Pass Maybe they would really feel the love then from the VA. The Senior Pass includes all the same discounts as the access pass, which is free access to all sites that charge an entrance fee and 50% discount on some expanded amenity fees (camping, boat launching, etc). Normally this would be $80 per year or as much as $25-$50 per visit. The process took less than an hour. Read the article through, your question is answered. Also, if you are in Washington State, they have a similar pass for veterans with a service connected disability of 30% or more. I got it when they first came out. Gee sorry you arent disabled and living with daily pain so that you can get a free trip to the park. Get it here: Ken and Bridgette at the Pfeifer Beach in Los Padres National Forest refused to honor my Veteran Pass. (1-888-275-8747) It is mind boggling what a great service this is yet people are complaining. I was like. Buy your Discovery Pass Where to get your pass in person: participating locations | MEC stores This application is for permanently disabled vets. Interesting, isnt it? NOT TRUE! USGS Why just disabled? If damaged, it can be replaced as long as a portion of the pass is identifiable and you show proper identification. Some gave all, and dont have the opportunity to enjoy the benefits of our country. Its only if you have a serious disability preventing you from one or more major life activity. The percentage of veterans to total population is negligible. DECALS Not sure how that happened on Federal land but thats the skinny on Rushmore. Click on Lifetime National Parks Access Pass, it is a hyperlink that will open the ACCESS PASS FAQ. Took the trip when living in FL for a NASCAR race and had an entire day free before. We also collect the National Parks and State quartersbut we collect all of them in a folder, not just the ones we have visited. Did anyone else notice that there are only 58 national parks in the USA? The Access Pass may also offer a discount on some expanded amenity fees, such as camping. Major life activities include functions such as: caring for oneself, performing manual tasks, walking, seeing, hearing, speaking, breathing, etc. I am a Vietnam combat wounded veteran that has only a 10% disability rating and could not honestly sign that statement. We dont care about your percentage. You pay a one time fee. It is free to enter. They also can be used at national parks, wildlife refuges and other federal lands. Link to where you can order the Access Pass online: https://store.usgs.gov/access-pass. Please provide a mailing address for the US Geological Survey to obtain this free pass. Thanks for the pass I just dont believe people should be in positions of authority without some kind of background check for sociopathic behavior and a false sense of superiority over the less fortunate. I appreciate you sharing information with your followers but ask that your links go directly to the USGS Store FAQs and/or specific information about the Access Pass. I would venture to say that many of us who have a rating above 10%, have not been determined to be permanently disabled by the VA. The 10% disability rating mentioned in your email as qualifying for the free parks pass is not accurate per the personnel at the Baldwin Michigan District Forest Service office. they are active military & become veterans after they leave military service. We have been to Boston, Philadelphia, National Parks out west and Washington DC many times. Who is eligible to get an Interagency Access Pass? Complete the request, print the 4th grade voucher, and present the voucher to a ranger before entering a site or simply leave it face up . Thats part of why its important to get rated and updated ratings. Just called the number on the form. Ill be retiring soon, so any freebies I can get in my travels (as a ret vet w/ %-connection for my back) when I do call it a career will be very much welcome. When leaving the lot the kiosk has option to select military. The Access Pass may be issued to U.S. citizens or permanent residents of any age that have been medically determined to have a permanent disability (does not have to be a 100% disability) that severely limits one or more major life activities. There are no more participation trophies in a #MAGA America. We currently offer two types of passes for use at national parks, forests, and other federal recreation sites: Site Passes and the America the Beautiful - The National Parks & Federal Recreational Lands Annual Pass (referred to as the Interagency Annual Pass). Thanks VA and citizens! You do not have to show proof of disability but you may be asked to sign an document stating you have a disability (honor system). Total BS on that one. I had a couple of rangers there telling me they couldnt help. DO NOT use this option if you need your pass in 15 days or less. On the flip side I always wondered why they had free Active Duty passes and not something for Veterans. TheAccess Passadmits the pass owner and any passengers in a single, private vehicle (non-commercial) at per-vehicle entrance and day use fee areas; or, the pass owner plus three additional adults where per-person fees are charged. Available Add $80 Product to Cart About Your Annual Pass. Did you know that individuals with disabilities are entitled to a free lifetime pass to visit our National Parks? Yes. I signed up for a free access pass a couple of years ago and received a AMERICA THE BEAUTIFUL pass. You should seek guidance from the South Park Ranger District 719 836-2031 as why they disregarded their own access point and web site rules. Thank you for your very informative posting on the National park access pass. Scroll Down- :). Please be aware that passes are not available at all national park sites. Hey this is a great job on this but I think we can do better to include all veterans not just disabled veterns. I was just now informed they require a 30% rating. This is seems so misleading. Finally after complaining to my Senator, you can now just hit the number 7 to be transferred to the crisis hot line. Many of Your type of messaging does not belong in this forum.my thought. The Travis Mills Foundation (TMF) supports recalibrated Veterans and their families through various programs that help Veterans overcome physical and emotional obstacles, strengthen their families, and provide well-deserved rest and relaxation. Both the Department of Interior and the National Park Service indicate that this pass does not exist. Documentation required includes: Second, the Interagency Access Pass may be obtained through the mail. . JJ I also suspect you should have been rated 100% under the Schedular ratings. Or just being totally ignorant. Very quick and easy in person. $25.00. Share your knowledge and experience by joining this community as a contributor. Personally, I feel proud to have served my country and sympathy for those who were unable or unwilling to serve. Once pass is received, you may use passcard for reservations and applicable benefits. I went to one yesterday and they were requiring a 70% to get a free pass. What is the address to send the application to? An official website of theU.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, Looking for U.S. government information and services? Well, they are. Bozkurt. Good for entry into thousands of federally managed recreation sites across the country, the Lifetime Access Pass is another way a grateful nation says thank you for the service and sacrifices of U. S. Veterans with disabilities. Wow!! Because that makes to much sense. What is the deal there? Ended up going to Shenandoah National Park to get the pass. STILL WAITING FOR MY 100% DISABILITY FOR AGENT ORANGE EXPOSURE for SHIP STATIONED IN THE GULF. In order to obtain a replacement, will I need to reapply? I guess you believe everyone should get a trophy also. Natl Parks Please. (age may have also been slightly raised). Download the 1- and 5-Year Disability Pass Application ( PDF or Word Document ). Thank you for your service and sacrifice . Note: This Pass does not work at State Parks-it is only valid at National Parks and Monuments. The PDF list of the national parks that issue passes is linked here. Working veterans are expected to subsidize the elderly as it is, despite the elderly being the richest portion of the US population this is just insult added to injury, by politicians and bureaucrats trying to cozy up to greedy old voters. Good to know this. National Parks passes are sold at most national parks. No. This is what I mean by the disconnect that exists between doing something for Veterans that doesnt require another form or writing down a 10 digit telephone number before you blow your brains out. I am only at 40%, so it only requiring 10% is awesome. No PTSD! The contract come with clauses indicating benefits. Maybe that person can explain to the actual park rangers at the visitor center that they need to read up on all things VA? Personally, I have a 100% rating but appreciate that this is for 10% and up. Seniors will receive a discount for day-use entry if they show their driver's license. The parking fee was their excuse. Disability Access Pass for National Parks: Read through the instructions first and gather your documentation. Semper Fi! You will be required to pay the applicableEntrance or Standard Amenity Fee(s). The site says ( does not have to be 100% ). Sacramento, CA 94296-0001. Solve : * Discovery Pass: access to multiple locations Save time at the gate. Get an application at many state parks or region offices. If lost or stolen, you'll need to apply for another one. Step 2: Exchange a printed voucher for the Annual 4th Grade Pass at federal recreation sites that charge entrance or standard amenity fees (day use fee). 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