Did you know that you can get free passes from the library for:
- Zoo Atlanta
- Georgia State Parks and Historic Sites
- Go Fish Education Center
Zoo Atlanta Family Pass
The family pass to Zoo Atlanta is a popular item at CCPLS locations, even with limited availability. Zoo Atlanta passes provide free admission for up to two adults and two children aged 3-12 (children 2 and under enter the zoo for free). To obtain the free Zoo Atlanta Family Pass, patrons must first check out a special DVD on the zoo and return it to receive the free pass. To learn more and to check the availability of the Zoo Atlanta Family Pass, call your library branch or find it in our catalog.
Savings for a family of four: almost $75.00
Georgia State Parks and Historic Sites
The ParkPass kit gives library patrons in Georgia free admission or parking to more than 60 State Parks and Historic Site locations of the Georgia Department of Natural Resources (DNR). Each ParkPass pass is available for check-out for one week to allow for free entry for up to four visitors. The kits also include a parking pass and guide booklet. The ParkPass is a budget-saver for families: most Daily ParkPasses are $5, according to the DNR.
CCPLS patrons are encouraged to reserve ParkPass kits in advance, especially for busy vacation seasons. Planning is also highly recommended as hours vary at States Parks and Historic Sites, with several operating under limited schedules due to tight budgets. To learn more about healthy outdoor adventure ideas promoted by the DNR, visit www.getoutdoorsgeorgia.org.
Nearby Georgia State Parks and Historic Sites include:
- Sweetwater Creek, located in Lithia Springs
- Red Top Mountain State Park, located in Cartersville
- Pickett's Mill Battlefield Historic Site, located in Dallas
- Etowah Indian Mounds Historic Site, located in Cartersville
Savings: an annual ParkPass costs $50.00
Go Fish Education Center
New for 2012 for Georgia library patrons traveling to South Georgia is the DNR’s Go Fish Family Pass program. The Go Fish Passes provide free entry into the Perry-based Go Fish Education Center for up to six visitors on Fridays through Sundays. Each CCPLS branch received one Go Fish Pass per location.
Savings: up to $30
Local Parks
Be sure to check out your local parks! There's no need for a pass for these locations. Be sure to check their websites for local activity information, hours, and more.
- Cobb County Parks, Recreation, Cultural Affairs Department. PRCA provides many options for outdoor or indoor adventures, including more than 40 facilities offering a broad mix of programs. For outdoor activities, PRCA’s Natural Resources Program includes the multi-use Silver Comet Trail, Heritage Park Trails, and East Cobb Park.
- Acworth
- Austell
- Kennesaw
- Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield
- Marietta
- Silver Comet Trail
- Smyrna
Comment
Did we leave off your favorite park? Is there a particular book that you think everyone should read before hitting the great outdoors? Did you visit the Zoo with a library pass and had a great time? Let us know in the comments!
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