Fairfax County Park Authority to Honor America's Veterans

The Fairfax County Park Authority will provide complimentary RECenter admission at its nine RECenters on Tuesday, Nov. 11, Veteran’s Day, according to a news release from Fairfax County. Here’s more about the endeavor from the release:

Veterans and their immediate family members can use the pools and spas, fitness rooms, gyms and racquetball courts at no cost during this one-day event. Veterans may also participate in drop-in fitness classes at no charge.

“I invite all those who currently serve, and those who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces to come to our RECenters on Veteran’s Day,” said Park Authority Director Kirk Kincannon. He added, “Bring your family and enjoy. This is our way of saying thank you for your service to our country.”

Amenities do vary by location. Please visit www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks for locations and details.

Veterans and their families will also have the opportunity to enjoy free wagon rides as well as rides on the antique carousel at Frying Pan Farm Park located in Herndon, Va. For more information, visit online atwww.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/fryingpanpark/.

The Honor America’s Veterans program is sponsored by the Fairfax County Park Foundation. Find out more about this non-profit organization at www.fairfaxparkfoundation.org/. For general information, contact the Public Information Office at 703-324-8662.

PHOTO of Cub Run RECenter pool courtesy of county