About Us

Friends of Giant City is a not-for-profit [501(c)(3)] group organized in 2003.  Our mission is to support and enhance educational and recreational opportunities by contributing to the preservation, conservation, and wise use of the natural resources at Giant City State Park. 

Our organization is funded by membership dues, donations, and by fundraising.  All proceeds are used for the Park and its programs.  

All officers and board members of Friends of Giant City are volunteers.  There is no paid staff.

What do the Friends of Giant City Do?

• Donate hundreds of dollars for school and educational programs
• Installed and maintain a native wildflower garden at the Visitors Center
• Assist with weeding, landscaping, invasive removal and trail maintenance
• Maintain and monitor bluebird trails
• Assist with programs and hikes
• Volunteer to greet park visitors at front desk
• Present public educational programs​

Board Members

President, Carolyn Ferdinand
Vice-President, Liz Patterson
Treasurer, Jon Casebeer
Secretary, Dona Lach
Alternate, Vicki Lang-Mendenhall
Board Members: Amber Hewette, Greg Kupiec, Pat Racana, Susan Irwin, Emily Fielden.

To become a member of Friends of Giant City, or to make a donation, select the tab for Membership/Donations.

To contact the Friends of Giant City:

Email:  friendsofgiantcity@gmail.com
www.facebook.com/friendsofgiantcity