DREAM is in the works of creating a day for our Athletes to head to Glacier National Park and enjoy the beauty and access of Trail of the Cedars.
The Trail of the Cedars and Running Eagle Falls trails are the only wheelchair accessible trails as of right now. The Park states that, “Improvements in accessibility are being made each year and with a bit of pre-planning, all visitors can find Glacier to be a rewarding experience.”
Upon researching the logistics for our program we came across the Access Pass. Some facts about the Access Pass:
*Free and For U.S. citizens or permanent residents with permanent disabilities.
*May be obtained in person at a federal recreation site or through the mail using this application form. The cost of obtaining an Access Pass through the mail is ten dollars ($10) for processing the application (the Pass is free). Applicants must provide documentation of permanent disability and residency or citizenship.
*May provide a 50 percent discount on some amenity fees charged for facilities and services such as camping, swimming, boat launching, and specialized interpretive services.
*Generally does NOT cover or reduce special recreation permit fees or fees charged by concessioners.
*Note: Golden Access Passports are no longer sold. However, these passes will continue to be honored according to the provisions of the pass.
For more information regarding the specifics of the Access Pass follow this link:
http://store.usgs.gov/pass/access.html
One of the most amazing things about this pass is that it is a lifetime pass for U.S. citizens or permanent residents with permanent disabilities. Documentation is required to obtain the pass. Acceptable documentation includes: statement by a licensed physician; document issued by Federal agency such as the Veteran’s Administration, Social Security Disability Income or Supplemental Security Income; or document issued by a State agency such as a vocational rehabilitation agency. The pass provides access to, and use of, Federal recreation sites that charge an Entrance or Standard Amenity. The pass admits the pass holder and passengers in a non-commercial vehicle at per vehicle fee areas and pass holder + 3 adults, not to exceed 4 adults, at per person fee areas (children under 16 are admitted free). The pass can only be obtained in person at the park. The pass is non-transferable and generally does NOT cover or reduce special recreation permit fees or fees charged by concessionaires.
Stay tuned for more information and dates pertaining to this event. Another great reason to support National Parks across the nation.
