With a $5 billion budget gap staring them down, it’s not shocking that state lawmakers would come up with something like a $30 annual fee for parking on state land. And so they have. It’s a total bummer, but given that they’ve set the daily parking rate at $10, the exciting-sounding “Discover Pass” already feels like a steal.The measure, which passed with support from both Democrats and Republicans and was signed into law by the governor yesterday, was something of a foregone conclusion given the likely alternative: a widespread closure of state parks, forests and boat launches. Yay! No more freeloading outdoor enthusiasts!”Washingtonians across the state depend upon parks and other recreational lands not only for recreational purposes, but also for their livelihood,” said Senator Kevin Ranker (D-San Juan Island), the bill’s sponsor, on his blog. “I do not make this proposal lightly or without just cause. Without this bill, many public lands across [Washington] will be forced to close. When we close the gates to these lands, we inadvertently turn off the lights in rural communities that depend upon public lands for economic activity.”The fee goes into effect July 1, and freeloading parkers will be slapped with a $99 ticket. On the bright side, anywhere is within walking distance, as long as you have the time.