Oregon State Parks to waive day-use parking fees on 'Green Friday'

Oregon State Parks to waive day-use parking fees on 'Green Friday'

SALEM, Ore. - Oregon Parks and Recreation Department (OPRD) invites Oregonians to head outside for some fresh air the day after Thanksgiving, Nov. 27, also known as ‘Green Friday.’ OPRD will waive day-use parking fees that day in 25 state parks across Oregon.

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Free fishing in Oregon on Black Friday and Saturday after Thanksgiving

Free fishing in Oregon on Black Friday and Saturday after Thanksgiving

SALEM, Ore.—It’s easy to #OptOutside in Oregon on the Friday or Saturday after Thanksgiving—you can fish, crab or clam for free anywhere in the state! Oregon Fish and Wildlife hosts annual Free Fishing Days the two days after Thanksgiving.

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Opt-Outside this Black Friday at Lava Beds National Monument

Opt-Outside this Black Friday at Lava Beds National Monument

If you are looking for a refreshing experience the day after Thanksgiving, come to Lava Beds National Monument on Black Friday for great opportunities to learn about the history, geology, and ecology of the area.  On Friday, November 24th, rangers and park partners from the Great Outdoor Alliance will lead an 11:00 AM nature walk, a 2:00 PM tour of Valentine Cave, and a 3:30 PM tour of Golden Dome Cave.  The 11:00 AM walk will meet at the visitor center parking lot.  For cave tours, you must come to the visitor center on Black Friday to get a ticket, as tour space is limited.  Tours are filled on a first come, first serve basis.  Although the programs are free, the $15 per vehicle entrance fee still applies. 

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