Wayne National Forest trails opened April 15, and trail uses other than hiking require a permit. This year, visitors will have the option of purchasing and presenting permits digitally through YourPassNow.
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YourPassNow simplifies the process of paying for permits by allowing visitors the opportunity to purchase them online with no additional fees. Visitors can present their permit immediately, store it on their mobile device for later or print it.
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“The ‘YourPassNow’ online permit system is a great way for visitors to purchase their trail permit from the convenience of their home or smart phone,” said Wayne National Forest Supervisor Anthony Scardina.
“It is available anytime and provides an additional purchase option for those who do not wish to wait for our office or participating store vendors to open.”
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“NIC is pleased to be working with Wayne National Forest on the delivery of digital specialty permits,” said Sandi Miller, YourPassNow General Manager. “NIC is committed to making government interactions more efficient and convenient. YourPassNow delivers on this commitment by providing easy digital access to our public lands.”
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More about YourPassNow:
"YourPassNow" was developed by NIC Inc. in conjunction with the National Park Service. YourPassNow is a pilot program which allows visitors the opportunity to purchase entrance passes and specialty permits electronically. YourPassNow streamlines a paper-based purchase process that was previously only available at physical locations or approved resellers. YourPassNow provides a new level of convenience and flexibility to federal lands' visitors. For more information, please visit http://www.YourPassNow.com.
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