From Chelsea District Library
The Huron-Clinton Metroparks and the system’s 13 unique parks are now officially the newest destinations in the Michigan Activity Pass (MAP) program, offering public library card holders across the state the chance to check out and access these world-class outdoor recreational spaces and opportunities for free.
The MAP program provides free or discounted admission to more than 450 locations, including historic sites, cultural attractions, state parks and campgrounds. With the Metroparks’ participation, patrons can check out a daily vehicle park pass to visit their preferred Metropark location, much like they would check out a book from their local library. The program is courtesy of the Michigan Cooperative Directors Association, Library of Michigan, Institute of Museum and Library Services, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan, the Michigan Department of Natural Resources, the Michigan Recreation and Park Association (mParks), and The Library Netwo
May 6, 2021
Local library patrons have a new opportunity to check out the Huron-Clinton Metroparks.
The 13 Metroparks are the newest destinations in the Michigan Activity Pass (MAP) program, which offers public library cardholders across the state the chance to access the outdoor recreational spaces and opportunities for free. The MAP program provides free or discounted admission to more than 450 locations, including historic sites, cultural attractions, state parks, and campgrounds.
With the Metroparksâ participation, patrons can check out a daily vehicle park pass to visit their preferred location, much like they would check out a book from their local library.
Metroparks Director Amy McMillan says public libraries play an important role in communities and theyâre thrilled to join the MAP program and launch this new partnership with the Michigan Library Network. She said the goal is to help ensure more Michiganders can experience all of the dif