The Michigan Department of Natural Resources and the Library of Michigan have teamed up once again to offer their popular Park & Read program at more than 400 participating libraries across the state. The program, now in its fourth year, offers library card-holders the option of checking out a one-day pass that waives the Recreation Passport entry fee into any of Michigan’s 101 state parks and recreation areas.
The one-day pass (a $10 savings) also provides free, one-time access to any of the more than 500 events scheduled to take place within the state parks throughout the summer. Passes are valid for seven days from checkout and are good for day use only. Park & Read runs now through Oct. 1, 2012.
Many participating parks even offer hammocks for loan. Set up under a shady tree and read, snooze or watch the clouds drift by.
“This year, even dark clouds won’t spoil a Park & Read day,” said Maia Stephens, DNR recreation programmer.
“The Park & Read pass is also valid at any of the 11 museums or historic sites within the Michigan Historical Museum system,” said Stephens. “These engaging places focus on themes in Michigan history, so why not learn about Michigan’s fascinating history through your local library and then live it by visiting one of our great museums or historic sites?”
For more information on the program and a complete list of participating libraries, hammock availability and park events taking place throughout the state, visit www.michigan.gov/stateparks.
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