This is a section to get the word out on different benefits and programs that are available to Veterans.  There is a lot of great information out there that not everyone is aware of.  If you have some good stuff to share let us know so we can post it up.  Thanks.

America the Beautiful – National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands Pass – Access Pass - Free.
 
 
 
America the Beautiful – National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands Pass – Access Pass
This 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 a 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 Access Pass provides a 50 percent discount on some Expanded Amenity Fees charged for facilities and services such as camping, swimming, boat launching, and specialized interpretive services. In some cases where Expanded Amenity Fees are charged, only the pass holder will be given the 50 percent price reduction. The pass is non-transferable and generally does NOT cover or reduce special recreation permit fees or fees charged by concessionaires.

www.nps.gov/fees_passes.htm

Possible pay for being Stop-Lossed
 
You may be eligible for for payment from being stop-lossed during the time of Sept 10, 2001 to Sept 30, 2008.  Payments of up to 500 dollars a month of back pay for each month that your departure from the military was delayed.  Here is a link to a news article in the Military Times pertaining to this issue.  Military Times
 
Information on how to contact each of the services is listed below:

Army:     Go to https://www.stoplosspay.army.mil or email RetroStopLossPay@CONUS.Army.Mil
               
Navy:  Email NXAG_N132C@navy.mil
 

 

Outward Bound

Adventure and challenge, solitude, reflection, and renewal, the wilderness has always symbolized a new beginning - a place for discovery and fulfilling adventure. The Outward Bound program for Veterans provides an opportunity for camaraderie and has proven to be a powerful tool helping veterans readjust after leaving the combat zone.

Our newest programs offer numerous wilderness adventures exclusively for war veterans, and are fully funded for all participants, to include their round trip stateside travel costs between home and the excursion site. Our goals include helping participating veterans build a supportive community with other war veterans; facilitating discussions on readjustment and transition challenges; and re-energizing and reinvigorating our veterans' spirits with adventures and challenges in the beautiful outdoors.

http://www.outwardbound.org/index.cfm/do/cp.veterans