Sample Programs

Please note that these programs do not all focus on state parks. The passes only allow entry into state parks.

Circulating Items

What items could encourage your communities to get outside and into parks?

A panel from the 2022 Future of Libraries conference highlighting Library of Things, including outdoor gear.

Library Outside 

How can you bring your library and communities into the parks with your programming?

Natural Education

What knowledge will help build a culture of natural resource stewardship?

Outdoor Skills

What skills may help your communities feel comfortable in parks?

Cultural and Historical Connections

What historical or cultural celebrations, places, or creations can your library support?

Other

Looking at the research and other resources, what may be barriers for your communities to accessing parks? What can the library provide that you already provide?  For instance, these grantees are non-profits working on improving access to parks.
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