III 112th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 192 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES May 19, 2011 Mr. Udall of Colorado (for himself, Mr. Burr, Mr. Bingaman, and Ms. Murkowski) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Designating May 21, 2011, as National Kids to Parks Day.

Whereas the first National Kids to Parks Day will be celebrated on May 21, 2011; Whereas the goal of National Kids to Parks Day is to empower young people and encourage families to get outdoors and visit the parks of the United States; Whereas on National Kids to Parks Day, rural and urban Americans alike can be reintroduced to the splendid National, State, and neighborhood parks that are located in their communities; Whereas communities across the United States offer a variety of natural resources and public land, often with free access, to individuals seeking outdoor recreation; Whereas the United States should encourage young people to lead a more active lifestyle, as too many young people in the United States are overweight or obese; Whereas National Kids to Parks Day is an opportunity for families to take a break from their busy lives and come together for a day of wholesome fun; and Whereas National Kids to Parks Day aims to broaden the appreciation of young people for nature and the outdoors: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1)designates May 21, 2011, as National Kids to Parks Day; (2)recognizes the importance of outdoor recreation and the preservation of open spaces to the health of the young people of the United States; and (3)calls on the people of the United States to observe the day with appropriate programs, ceremonies, and activities.