The Folsom Public Library is heralding a new initiative that marries the love for literature with the call of the wild, or rather, California's natural splendor. In collaboration with the California State Library and California State Parks, patrons can now check out day-use state park passes from the library at no cost. These passes grant access to a collective of over 200 state parks scattered throughout California's diverse landscape, from the sun-soaked beaches to the rugged mountain ranges, and yes, the parched deserts to serpentine rivers.
Availability is broad, with around 300 day-use passes up for grabs through the Folsom Public Library system. These passes function akin to any other library item, meaning they can be placed on hold within the library's catalog and can be kept for a period of up to three weeks, according to the recent City of Folsom announcement by the library. Group outings, which could include club excursions, scouting troop adventures, or just a large family feeling the need to breathe in some fresh air, are accommodated with special group kits that bundle four park passes together.
For those planning a trip or looking to spend time outdoors, this initiative is a reminder that a library card can provide free access to local parks. The Folsom Public Library encourages residents to visit its website for more information, including a map of all participating parks.
