BATON ROUGE, La. (BRPROUD) — Some Louisiana residents who have a public library card will soon be able to explore state parks or historic sites for free. The Check Out Louisiana State Parks pilot program, which is set to begin on Tuesday, Oct. 1, will offer a day pass to any state park or historic site in Louisiana to residents who have a public library card in select parishes, according to the State Library of Louisiana. Residents also can check out a Geaux Explore backpack, which contains binoculars, a compass, a magnifying glass, outdoor ethics cards and guides to Louisiana birds, wildlife, trees and wildflowers. "The pass permits one vehicle and its passengers to enter the park. However, it does not provide access to cabins, campgrounds, or other programs while at the park. The pass is not valid for overnight stays," according to the admission rules on the State Library of Louisiana website. Looking for a getaway? Check out Louisiana state parks with RV campsites, campgrounds See which public library systems are participating in the pilot program. Calcasieu Parish Library. Claiborne Parish Library. East Baton Rouge Parish Library. Evangeline Parish Library. Iberville Parish Library. Jackson Parish Library. Jefferson Parish Library. Livingston Parish Library. Morehouse Parish Library. Richland Parish Library. St. Martin Parish Library. St. Mary Parish Library. St. Tammany Parish Library. Union Parish Library. Vermilion Parish Library. Vernon Parish Library. Washington Parish Library. Webster Parish Library. Click here to get more information about the pilot program. Latest News Drone video shows moment missing 10-year-old found in Louisiana woods Ascension Parish mom who lost home during Hurricane Francine asks for assistance from FEMA Trump suspect charged with attempted assassination, case lands in Cannon's court See how much garbage, recycling fees in Zachary will increase Man who staked out Trump at golf course charged with attempting an assassination