I am a widow of a disabled veteran (100%). Thank you! Good call! Receipts and electronic scanned images of your pass are NOT valid for use. If Veterans feel they were incorrectly denied a pass, they may request to speak to the fee program supervisor on duty or submit an application for the pass athttps://store.usgs.gov/access-pass. In fact they said they used to a few years ago. Eat those facts, jack! I was able to download with Firefox (67.0) and Chrome (74.9.3729.169). I update it periodically to check links. Anytime a Pass is used, photo identification will be requested to verify Pass ownership. Heaven knows the govt used, and often abused, some of the best years of our lives. JJ I also suspect you should have been rated 100% under the Schedular ratings. I went to the Grand Canyon in July of 2017. Pass owners are encouraged to check with sites they plan to visit before obtaining a pass to verify that their Pass will be accepted. Please note that Interagency Passes will not be available for immediate download or printing. A locked padlock The Access Pass is a free, lifetime pass available to United States citizens or permanent residents, regardless of age, that have a permanent disability that can be used at over 2,000 Federal recreation sites across the nation, including National Parks, National Wildlife Refuges, and many National Forest lands. Who is eligible to get an Interagency Access Pass? So, Im rated at 20%. Do they really know how a vet with PTSD really feels? The cost of the Annual Senior Pass is $20. A physical pass will be shipped to you. they become veterans after they leave military service. Additionally, anyone having served in the military for at least one full term of obligation and received an Honorable Discharge, should receive access to National Parks. Please stop complaining. For complete information on the pass, please follow the following links: Access Pass Frequently Asked Questions: https://store.usgs.gov/faq#Access-Pass (redacted) Picked mine up today, thanks for the heads up. The first place I tried to use it was Clear Creek in Bankhead Forrest in Alabama. California State Parks. Desert Storm Download the 1- and 5-Year Disability Pass Application ( PDF or Word Document ). Alternatively, you can show an. That is for the licensed physician statement. To make it easier on veterans why not just issue the pass when the disability papers are sent to the veteran. Ill give it to you, but thats wrong. It is mind boggling what a great service this is yet people are complaining. If lost or stolen, you'll need to apply for another one. We have been to Boston, Philadelphia, National Parks out west and Washington DC many times. I cant find an application for a Disabled Veteran lifetime National Park Pass. Thanks. But it is in addition (in most cases) to your regular disability rating (Schedular tier of disabilities ranging from 10%-100% for each disability). It doesnt cost that much anyway. or concerned about one, connect with our caring, qualified responders for confidential help. VA disability award letter, VA summary of benefits, or proof of SSDI income. Official websites use .gov Its only if you have a serious disability preventing you from one or more major life activity. They cover the use of facilities and services at many day-use sites on US Forest Service and Bureau of Land Management lands. Good day. I guess you believe everyone should get a trophy also. Since I am not permanently disabled I cannot benefit from the program. Who is eligible to get an Interagency Access Pass? It is free to enter. This post was originally published eons ago. It would be so easy to give it to everyone but that is why it is a program for the disabled. Why not make the national park pass available to ALL VETS,not just a select few, we ALL serviced,some in peace , some in combat zones. I can appreciate all the vets that feel like second class citizens because they got out without injuries and are left out of this offer maybe you can start a petition so all vets that ever served can get free entry passes. The National Park Annual Pass gives you access to over 2,000 recreation areas including federal lands, National Monuments, US National Historic Sites, National Historical Parks, and other sites managed by the National Park Service. https://store.usgs.gov/s3fs-public/access_pass_application.pdf, The address is on the application. What is the address you mail an application to? Your posting was clear and concise please keep up the good work. **imagine that here in the united states of north mexico!!!! ) or https:// means youve safely connected to the .gov website. Because that makes to much sense. My younger brother was with me and we decided to drive up to the Grand Canyon. There are so many amazing things to see and do at our National Parks. The second vehicle is subject to anentrance fee, or must have (or buy) a second pass. Why are you worried about others, are you a VA doctor? Canada has a national parks system too. I am rated 100% disabled by the Veterans Administration. Read the article through, your question is answered. National parks require visitors to pay a fee or show a pass to enter, as each has a daily entrance rate. Please see my Sensory Friendly Travel Section for all of our National Park and other travel reviews. And somebody needs to put it in front of Congress if thats what it takes. 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. Other acceptable Federal agency documents include proof of receipt of Social Security Disability Income (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI);. If you dont visit National Parks, then why bother to get this? Dan , this is shameful that they would disregard their own rules . The contract come with clauses indicating benefits. The percentage of veterans to total population is negligible. the VA sucks! Why should you receive the same benefits as those who served to retirement or have received a disability? So they tell me to mail in an application, which I really dont want to do, adding in more IDs, plus a $10 fee. I hope to avail myself of this benefit the next time Im at a national parks facility. What is the America the Beautiful- The National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands Access Pass? 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. (1-888-275-8747). So if you are looking for travel tips, chances are theres a review on this blog, or feel free to contact me. Some examples of acceptable documentation include: Image Ranger program for kids too. FedEx Ground - typically 3-5 business days Thats It. Anyone 16 years or older may purchase the pass; children under 16 are always admitted free. Ken and Bridgette at the Pfeifer Beach in Los Padres National Forest refused to honor my Veteran Pass. Im one of the few which chose to receive my disability compensation through the US Army/ PDRL and DFAS rather than the VA. (Army Pensions are guaranteed during government shutdowns). Few seconds at the gate at Front Royal and in we went. Just get it then. https://store.usgs.gov/s3fs-public/access_pass_application.pdf. It is all national parks and monuments . But at 100% Im suppose to Park Hopping? It allows free entry to all National Parks and now Im wondering if it is the same and if the name changed. You still have to pay to go to Rushmore. If damaged, it can be replaced as long as a portion of the pass is identifiable and you show proper identification. IT says IN BOLD where to send the completed application to. Decals are issued on annual basis, even for owners of lifetime Senior/Access passes, Decals are NOT valid for entry at staffed entrance sites - you MUST show your pass, All sites that issue passes issue free hangtags. We stick our necks out for them and they wont give us our benefit?? The Access Pass . A free, lifetime pass - available to U.S. citizens or permanent residents of the United States that have been medically determined to have a permanent disability (does not have to be a 100% disability) - that provides admittance to more than 2,000 recreation sites managed by five Federal agencies. Thanks, Steve, for your military service and for writing this clear and succinct story. Its a contract. 1-888-ASK-USGS Just Fine unless the Fing VA doesnt take away your 38 yr old service connected disability rating. It indicates if injured once who leave the serveice the VA will take care of service contected disability, not non-service contected injuries and illnesses. Drove up to the gates to the Grand Canyon and the park lady says, thats not accurate. Sites recommend that pass owners check with each site before visiting for details about Access Pass entry and discounts. No, less than 1% of the current population are active veterans, a little over 7% of the current population are veterans. I just purchase a year pass, is there any way to get the fee refunded and get this instead? Good to know this. Get it here: Can anyone help. I know because I have the disable veteran pass and my brother has the senior pass. Is this for any disability rate or only 100% disabled? As for the disabled Veteran National Parks Access Pass, you can get it in person at any NATIONAL Park that charges an Access Fee. Here is the link to the FAQs related to all interagency passes: https://store.usgs.gov/faq, Link to sites that issue and accept the Access Pass: https://store.usgs.gov/recreational-passes, If you have any questions, please contact me at Lisa_Bourne@nps.gov or my colleague Traci_Kolc@nps.gov. See https://www.nps.gov/planyourvisit/pickup-pass-locations.htm for sites that issue the Access Pass. Every bit helps. It sounds more like people who have chips on their shoulders and dont want to do their jobs and help people who are eligible for it. Those of us that served and didnt retire and didnt get hurt are treated like outcasts. Thank you. A document issued by a state agency such as a vocational rehabilitation agency. My boys also have National Parks Passports. 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. Get more resources at VeteransCrisisLine.net. I tried to use my Access pass last year at Mt Rushmore but they declined it. 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. Along with a valid photo ID such as a US passport, drivers license, or state-issued ID, applicants must provide documentation of permanent disability with one (1) of the following: Where can I get an Interagency Access Pass? Normally this would be $80 per year or as much as $25-$50 per visit. Unfortunately, No! Find a location to pick up this pass at a federal recreation site. Transit time varies, and is dependent upon the service selected: USPS - typically 5-10 business days Hello, uh, I got my paperwork from the VA here and the VA website said that if I brought it.. It can be ordered through the USGS by Mail (with a $10 handling fee): https://store.usgs.gov/s3fs-public/access_pass_application.pdf, For more information on the Access Pass, or other passes, check these Frequently Asked Questions: https://store.usgs.gov/faq. I would seek guidance from the South Park Ranger District 719 836-2031 as to why they are not following the rules on the access point and their website. Denver, CO 80225. Jimmy E. Winberry (redacted). 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. Can this pass be picked up at our local Veterans Advocate office? The nonprofit group Volunteers of America (VOA) recognizes the challenges Veterans often face in confronting moral injury, which is essentially a conflict with ones personal code of morality. From the application.A document issued by a Federal agency, such as the U.S. Department of Veterans Administration, which attests that you have been medically determined to be eligible to receive Federal benefits as a result of blindness or permanent disability. Try this: thanks echo $arrContactInfo['con_position']; ?>, Have a Disability? does free pass also apply to the spouse of a 100% disabled vet who is deceased? Plus, here near Philadelphia, we have so many cool places to visit within the national parks system and so many fun places to go. Passes ordered online or through the mail will be delivered 3 to 4 weeks after receipt of documentation and processing payment. Last month they got three stamps. Ended up going to Shenandoah National Park to get the 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. for my legs, but was turned down (while in the U.S. Army, I had one bad jump from an airplane, fell off a telephone pole as a field wireman, and fell down a flight of stairs, all in the same month). Semper Fi! USGS Thanks Dave Martin. Official websites use .gov So why did they stop. If you speak about the entire National Park System, which includes Monument, Memorials, Seashores, Lakeshores, Recreation Areas, Preserves, Historic Sites, Military Parks, etc, then there are 419. I just got a pass at Zion national Park. Visit the Every Kid Outdoors website and get a paper pass. Go back to the last page There are plenty of recognition programs for veterans. OIF If you own an open-topped vehicle (jeep, motorcycle, etc.) You can obtain an Access Pass in person, with proper documentation, from a participating Federal recreation site or office. Personally, I feel proud to have served my country and sympathy for those who were unable or unwilling to serve. Im filling out the application but its saying theres a $10 charge. Price would have been quite a bit, but saw the post on the guard shack about this pass and got mine right there. . Box 942896. Thats part of why its important to get rated and updated ratings. I completed understand what you went through, what I do in case I would ask for her Name and ID and the name of her supervisor, putting she/he on its place. One pass covers the vehicle at sites that charge "per vehicle". There is a system in place for this, and we cannot just drive up to a park entrance expecting free admission. I was told as a child and I live up to it everyday Dont worry about anybody elses personal business, worry about yourself. I think something is going wrong. He was already rated 100% for his heart and 40% for diabetes. Did you know that individuals with disabilities are entitled to a free lifetime pass to visit our National Parks? 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 . People with disabilities interested in visiting national parks can benefit from the America the Beautiful Access Pass, a free, lifetime pass that is available to U.S. citizens or permanent residents of the United States that have been medically determined to have a permanent disability (does not have to be a 100% disability). Attn: Access Pass Thank you for writing the article, I had no clue federal parks were free. In the above paragraph that reads: Remember, the hangtag itself is only a way to display your Pass, and isnot valid for entry unless it holds a valid Pass. I mean, youre free to reject it, of course, but you could just stuff some money into the the parks donation box instead of giving it to the ranger at the park gate and keep the line moving. Can I utilize the free national park pass or is it just for the Veteran? This might be because the site uses outdated or unsafe TLS security settings. So Id appreciate you getting your facts straight. Waaaaa!Waaaaa! And, with this pass, even if the park itself does not have a fee, you could get a discount on extras (they call them amenities) such as camping or boating. I just feel they are uneducated about their S.O.P. 10/30 Rule means Blood transfusion under 10.0 Hematocrit and 30% Hemoglobin, Now if we are talking the VA, yea they will make 30% = only 10%. The VSO officers who usually assist with claims do not know very much, if anything, about the SMP tier. 20/20 means 20/20 in vision. 1-888-ASK-USGS The park us free to enter, however you have to pay to park which is privately owned. 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. Yes, please list the FREE recreation sites Nation wide. You can visit national parks website to find these. I do have a permanent handicap license plate on my pickup truck. Well see if a 10% disability qualifies. The access Pass is fantastic. His was free lifetime pass for over 62! I think it is shameful that they denied you this access. Once pass is received, you may use passcard for reservations and applicable benefits. No, it is given to the subset of veterans who have service connected disabilities. The pass can be used at more than 2000 Federal recreation sites across the nation. 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). How they do it is that they charge you for parking. They would not accept it and had to pay $6 to get in. Just wait till you go to a location that has a fee to enter. The National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands Annual Pass is a lifetime pass offered to U.S. citizens and permanent residents who are permanently disabled, including children. Youd be surprised. Learn about accessibility laws and policy. You buy those, but then they can get them stamped at each National Park/Site/Monument that you visit. Note: This Pass does not work at State Parks-it is only valid at National Parks and Monuments. is this the same as the Golden Age Passport. Took my paperwork stating so. Hey this is a great job on this but I think we can do better to include all veterans not just disabled veterns. I did 38 years and feel that the disability is a strong qualification. Twice, I had filed for service connection with the V.A. Finally after complaining to my Senator, you can now just hit the number 7 to be transferred to the crisis hot line. To obtain an Access pass through the mail, you must complete an application, provide a photocopy of proof of citizenship or residency, documentation of disability and pay the processing fee. What is the deal there? I was told to try Shenandoah National Park near Front Royal, as they should always be open and available. I am only at 40%, so it only requiring 10% is awesome. I was like. I went to Channel Islands National Park in Ventura, CA and they do not issue the free pass. They no longer charge at this park, which seems they might want to again, at least for yearly passes to help pay for running the place. Dont remember the disability percentage required. Get an application at many state parks or region offices. I got my disabled Access Pass at Wheeler Wildlife Refuge without a problem. The National Parks Disability Pass offers entrance to all the US National Parks, Forests, and monuments throughout the USA and neighboring territories. A 10% disability rating can cover a multitude of problems. I showed her my lifetime pass, and she said You cannot use that here. It is ridiculous and disrespectful!! You have to check with your State VA services to see if a special access pass is offered for your State Parks and Recreation Services. HEADS UP!!!! So just BEWARE I was told by the Grand Canyon park service, they dont care about your disability rating!!!!! You can also apply via the mail, which is nice. It does exist and it was amazing! There are several pass . A navy vietnam veteran. So, you have to be in pain in order to be disabled. Denver, CO 80225, fedrecpass@usgs.gov 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. This is seems so misleading. This is the way I look at it. Getting Into the National Parks If you are disabled, you may be qualified to receive a free national parks entry pass. To qualify for the pass, the disability must be permanent and limit one or more major life activities. Now, I love my NASCARhave been to dozens of races from Miami to Phoenix to NH and never miss one on TV..BUT that trip was worth the Grand Canyon ALONE! He did peritoneal dialysis every day at home for 5 years before he died of his heart condition in Dec 2015. If I printed it off they cant say anything to me. If it is a federal recreational area that charges a fee, they should have those passes there also. I had a couple of rangers there telling me they couldnt help. Share sensitive information only on official, secure websites. 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. The application indicates that this is for the AMERICA THE BEAUTIFUL THE NATIONAL PARKS AND FEDERAL You will be required to pay the applicableEntrance or Standard Amenity Fee(s). Discounts offered by the Pass vary widely across the many different types of recreation sites. I know that Maine Parks and Rec do the same. Thank you. 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. Each Annual Pass can have up to two "owners". Hey he might be blind; you dont know. Many of Well, they are. 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. Is this pass still valid ? Is there some where I can go to find a list of recreation sites that are on the list for free access? Secure .gov websites use HTTPS I got my free Senior park pass about 2 years ago at the US Forestry office in Fresno, CA. You can also obtain an Access Passin person, with proper documentation,from a participating Federal recreation site or office. The Access Pass admits the Pass . Access Passes may be obtained via mail order from USGS. The process took less than an hour. Hows it work for us? Thanks, You should be able to find a pdf version. The correct cost of this pass is $80. 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. them are Veterans themselves. True, but what about the discounts in the store and such. A document issued by a Federal agency, such as the U.S. Department of Veterans Administration, which attests that fedrecpass@usgs.gov active military not active veterans. They may not even have heard of it. I went to the fort in Puerto Rico while on a cruise,I didnt know about the card at the time, showed my VA ID to get the veteran discount and they just gave me the card, had me sign it, and let me in. Did anyone else notice that there are only 58 national parks in the USA? May be obtained free in person at a federal recreation site. Thought it was a good idea at the time. List of sites that issue the Access Pass: https://store.usgs.gov/s3fs-public/PassIssuanceList.pdf Im not inclined to write down my credit card info and ship through the mail. the term active veterans is incorrect. Once the application package is received, the documentation will be verified and a pass, with the pass owner's name pre-printed on it, will be issued to the applicant. We experienced that too, and it pissed me off. Any ideas on how I can obtain the form? Yes. Scroll Down- The article contained a link to a list of all the national parks by state. P.O. (1-888-275-8747). I would like to know where are some of the places in Kansas that I can use this because I live in Kansas. You must also have documentation that you have a permanent disability, which could include:A statement signed by a licensed physician attesting that you have a permanent physical, mental, or sensory impairment that substantially limits one or more major life activities, and stating the nature of the impairment; or A document issued by a Federal agency, such as the Veteran's Administration, which attests that you have been medically determined to be eligible to receive Federal benefits as a result of blindness or permanent disability; orProof of receipt of Social Security Disability Income (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI); or a document issued by a State agency such as the Vocational Rehabilitation Agency, which attests that you have been medically determined to be eligible to receive vocational rehabilitation agency benefits or services as a result of medically determined blindness or permanent disability. 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