Now that the kids have headed back to school they're probably checking out their new desks, books, and lockers.  Here's something else that's new:  4th graders and their families get free admission to America's National Parks!

The perk is new this year and is aimed at getting American's more in-touch with the great outdoors.  Research has shown that if a child hasn't been exposed to outdoor experiences by that age they stand less of a chance of doing so in later years.

But you need to take advantage of the opportunity;  the experience only runs during the 2015-2016 school year.  Sign up by clicking this link.

 

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