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124 STAT. 4611 PROCLAMATION 8499—APR. 16, 2010 iting them, we can reflect on our shared history and vision for the fu- ture. Our National Park System also includes millions of acres that support educational and recreational opportunities for all Americans. Every day, NPS employees and volunteers dedicate their time and energy to upholding the beauty and integrity of these lands for future genera- tions. Only by conserving our natural treasures—from the verdant for- ests of the Great Smoky Mountains to the geysers of Yellowstone and the granite walls of Yosemite—can we share their wonder with our children and grandchildren. Our national parks provide safe and affordable opportunities for fami- lies and communities to reconnect with nature and have fun together. Our Nation’s historical parks, sites, and monuments also enhance qual- ity of life and bolster community vitality in many of America’s urban areas. In the spirit of Let’s Move, the First Lady’s nationwide campaign to tackle childhood obesity, I encourage all Americans to visit our na- tional parks and take part in outdoor activities. While most national parks are free throughout the year, none will charge admission during National Park Week, ensuring these treasures are open and accessible to all. As we acknowledge the wealth of our National Park System, let us also recommit to responsible stewardship that will sustain our parks for generations to come. NOW, THEREFORE, I, BARACK OBAMA, President of the United States of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Con- stitution and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim April 17 through April 25, 2010, as National Park Week. I encourage all Americans to visit their national parks and be reminded of these unique blessings that we share as a Nation. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this sixteenth day of April, in the year of our Lord two thousand ten, and of the Inde- pendence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty- fourth. BARACK OBAMA Proclamation 8499 of April 16, 2010 National Crime Victims’ Rights Week, 2010 By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation Millions of Americans fall prey to criminal behavior every year, and still more suffer the physical, emotional, and psychological pain of past offenses. This week, we renew our commitment to supporting crime victims and preventing crimes that threaten our families and our communities. Our Nation’s prosperity depends on the safety and security of all Americans. Though crime rates have declined in recent years, crime and its devastating effects still require our constant vigilance and atten- tion. To help protect our citizens and make our neighborhoods safer,