退休野生:国家公园和你
对于许多老年人来说, finding time to experience nature can be one of the greatest pleasures in retirement. And what better place to take in America's splendor than one of our over 400 National Park Service sites? 一个多世纪以来, generations of retirees have explored these stunning landscapes, 惊叹于各种各样的野生动物, and discovered the physical benefits of a retirement spent in the great outdoors. But recent research suggests that the mental benefits could be even more important for retirees. 继续往下读，了解更多.1
皮质醇的关系
你曾经有过压力很大的一天吗? 让你感到疲惫和烦躁? Those feelings are most likely caused by the stress hormone, cortisol. Cortisol serves an essential purpose in the human body of helping to regulate your mood, 动机, 和恐惧. 然而, 当某人经历持续的压力时, their elevated levels of cortisol may greatly increase their risk of heart disease, 抑郁症, 甚至会对他们的记忆力产生负面影响. 幸运的是, multiple studies show that connecting with nature for at least 20 minutes each day may be correlated to significantly lower cortisol levels. 但益处不会在20分钟后就停止. 事实上, longer durations spent in a natural environment may further enhance feelings of peace and well-being as well as increased mental performance.2,3
节俭的选择
The American National Park system is considered by some to be one of the healthiest and most financially smart ways to vacation in retirement. There are currently 425 National Park Sites spread across the United States, 面积超过8500万英亩. For those who want access to everything the National Park Service (NPS) offers, the Lifetime Senior Pass ($80) or the Annual Senior Pass ($20) are both a steal. 不管你买哪一种，记住:4,5
- The Senior Pass may provide a 50 percent discount on some amenity fees, 比如那些与露营有关的, 游泳, 以及专门的口译服务.
- The Senior Pass generally does NOT cover or reduce special recreation permit fees or fees charged by concessioners.
- There may be a service fee depending on how you purchase your pass. 欲知详情, 包括最近的票价, visit the National Park Service website before planning your next trip.
大自然的处方
尽管像黄石公园这样的地方, 约塞米蒂, and Zion are the most popular destinations for retirees, many communities benefit from smaller parks and nature preserves as well. For those who haven't hiked or camped much, these local areas can be a great way to get started. Even those with more than a few years of national park experience stand to benefit, 无论是身体上还是精神上, 他们去了当地的野生动物保护区. So, 在你收拾行李，装上露营车之前, do yourself a favor and look into what your home offers. You may discover that one of the best ways to stay happy, 健康的, 夏普比你想象的要近.
1. NationalParks.org, 2023
2. 中央社报道.com, 2023
3. OneMedical.2023年4月19日
4. NPS.政府,2023
5. NPS.政府,2023
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