November 19, 2021 10:30 a.m. 

The Oregon Parks and Recreation Department is waiving day-use parking fees on Friday, November 26th, in the 25 state parks that charge a parking fee.

An OPRD release said Oregonians are invited to head outside for some fresh air on the day after Thanksgiving, which is popularly known as “Green Friday”. OPRD Director Lisa Sumption called it “an important acknowledgement that going for a walk or just being outdoors can relieve stress in a way that nothing else can”.

Sumption said the outdoors provides everyone a place to escape pandemic and holiday stress. She said it offers residents an alternative to the busiest shopping day of the year.

Details at www.stateparks.oregon.gov.