At participating libraries, South Dakota's bookworms and nature lovers alike can now check out a three-day state park pass free of charge.

The check-out passes can be used for three days at South Dakota State Parks, the South Dakota Game, Fish and Parks (GFP) and South Dakota State Library said in a news release.

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