more on CT State Parks

Hi Lisa...
With regard to passes to CT State Parks, folks might be interested to know there is a lifetime pass for people 65 or older:
Charter Oak Pass (Life Use)
The Charter Oak Pass provides access to the State Parks and Forests and is available free to Connecticut residents, 65 years of age or older.
The pass is accepted at all day use areas where a parking fee applies. Presenting it allows free access for the entering vehicle and passengers. The pass holder does not have to be the vehicle driver.
Free admittance is also provided for the Charter Oak pass holder when visiting Gillette Castle, Dinosaur or Fort Trumbull State Parks, or fishing at the Quinebaug Valley Hatchery. All other visitors, however, will be required to pay the appropriate fee.
Please note that each pass is issued to a specific person and can only be used when presented by that individual. The passes are non-transferable. They are not valid for camping or special events having separate admission charges and may not be used for commercial purposes.More info here: http://www.ct.gov/dep/cwp/view.asp?a=2716&q=325090&depNav_GID=1650 (scroll down the page)Joan