Virginia state park ranger Ethan Howes, who is colorblind, discovered special viewfinders that allow him to see the full spectrum of fall colors for the first time. This emotional discovery led him to expand the program, making Virginia the first park system in the nation to have these adapted viewfinders at every location. The unveiling event earlier this year invited people who are colorblind to experience the viewfinders firsthand, with many expressing amazement at the vibrant colors they were finally able to see. Howes shared that the experience of helping others see the beauty of nature has been very rewarding for him, and the director of Virginia State Parks, Melissa Baker, called it one of the best days of her career. The technology in the viewfinders is provided by the company Enchroma, and the park also has Enchroma lenses available for parkgoers to use in their programs, ensuring that all visitors can witness the beauty of the changing colors in nature. Baker emphasized that parks belong to everyone, and it is important to provide opportunities for people, especially those who are colorblind, to experience and enjoy the wonders of the outdoors.
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