Library Offers Free Park Passes for Those Looking to Get Fit

For anyone wanting to get fit this summer, but find their budget is the leanest part of their lifestyle, a quick trip to the Orion Township Public Library for a free pass into MI Big Green Gym is the first step to getting started.  

MI Big Green Gym is a partnership with Michigan Recreation and Park Association, the Department of Natural Resources and Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan. It is designed to show just how easy it is to get out, get active and get healthier.
For Michigan residents, MI Big Green Gym is as close as their nearest state park or community recreation center.

The program is now available for free with more than 400 community libraries participating in the program, including the Orion Township Public Library.

Passes allow one vehicle into a state park for one day and are valid for seven days from checkout.  Passes can be used for day-use only, not for use at prearranged or multiple-person private gatherings or overnight camping.  The program is available June 1-Oct. 1. 

For more information on the MI Big Green Gym program visit the Orion Township Public Library at 825 Joslyn Road, Lake Orion, MI 48362, orionlibrary.org or call 248-693-3000.  

The library is open 9:30 a.m.-9 p.m. Monday-Thursday and 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Friday and Saturday.