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Consider a Discover Pass as a holiday gift

GARNET WILSON | Hagadone News Network | UPDATED 12 years, 10 months AGO
by GARNET WILSONSpecial to Herald
Herald Outdoor Writer | November 24, 2012 5:00 AM

The Discover Pass was a controversial idea in the beginning, to say the least. Prospective buyers stayed away in droves. After the pass was allowed to be used on two vehicles, the idea was more readily accepted.

Now the pass has evolved another step. Read on.

Discover Pass: A great gift idea

New flexibility means buyers now may choose the start date

A new feature of the Discover Pass allows purchasers to choose the start date for the annual pass. The new feature makes the Discover Pass an excellent gift idea for family and friends who love the great outdoors.

The new "choose your date" option is now available to customers who buy the pass online at www.DiscoverPass.wa.gov or in-person from retailers who sell recreational licenses through the Washington Interactive Licensing Database system.

At the time of purchase, the buyer can activate the pass immediately or on any day within one year of the purchase date. The new option was passed into law in 2012 to allow greater flexibility to outdoor recreation enthusiasts, including those who want to give the pass as a gift.

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