Should children get free admission to state parks?

SB 217 is a bill to give free admission to state parks and recreation areas for New Hampshire residents under age fifteen. 

Right now the state offers free park admission to anyone under age five or over age sixty-five, and charges a reduced fee for children age six to eleven.

Bill supporters argue that free admission may encourage parents to take their children to park areas, providing youth with opportunities for exercise. If more children are introduced to state parks, they may also be more likely to return to state parks as adults.

Bill opponents note that the state would lose roughly $500,000 in annual revenue from this bill. The Division of Parks and Recreation is already cash-strapped, and considered ending free park admission for seniors just last year. 

Do you think the state should give children free admission to state parks and recreation areas? Share your opinion in the comments.