DENVER — Why get in line at a major retail store when you can go out and enjoy the natural beauty of our state has to offer this Black Friday?

That’s what Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) officials are hoping you and your loved ones do a day after Thanksgiving, which is why they’re getting rid of admission fees at all 43 Colorado state parks this Friday.

Dubbed “Fresh Air Friday,” CPW is encouraging Colorado residents “to take some time this Thanksgiving weekend to explore the outdoors and make new memories with the people you love.”

Citing studies which show that spending time outdoors can improve focus, a decrease in fatigue and improve short-term memory, CPW officials want residents to enjoy the outdoors this Black Friday by exploring a state park, skiing in the high country, or p

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