It's Earth Day, and what better way to celebrate MOTHER herself than by getting out in nature? Washington State Parks is making things easy by waiving entrance fees for the day, so go ahead, play hooky from work. On a typical day, access to one of these natural gems will set you back $10 for a one-day pass or $30 for an annual pass, so fee-free days like this help make the outdoors accessible to all. The closest parks to Seattle proper are Bridle Trails in Kirkland and Saint Edward State Park on the northern shores of Lake Washington; both are about a 30-minute drive. by Janey Wong