Join the Movement: Enhancing Wisconsin's State Parks Together!

Friends of Wisconsin State Parks (FWSP) is a nonprofit umbrella organization dedicated to preserving, protecting, promoting and enhancing Wisconsin's state parks, forests, trails and recreation areas. Established in 1996, we work in partnership with the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources and over 55 local Friends Groups across the state.

Our Mission

Our mission is to enhance the Wisconsin State Park experience and cultivate stewardship by:

• Preserving natural and cultural resources
• Promoting outdoor recreation and education
• Protecting park lands for future generations
• Enhancing visitor experiences through volunteer efforts and fundraising

What We Do

During the last five years FWSP distributed over $368,000 to Friends groups in the form of Matching Incentive grants. Friends Groups contributed over $370,000 for a total of $837,000.

• Provide grants to local Friends Groups for park improvements
• Advocate for state park funding and policies
• Organize the annual FWSP photo contest
• Offer resources and workshops to local Friends Groups
• Advocate and educate for Wisconsin State Parks
• Raise awareness through our website, social media, and newsletters

Get Involved

• Join FWSP or a local Friends Group [Link]
• Donate [Link]
• Volunteer (Exit FWSP Web site) [Link}
• Attend an event (Exit FWSP Web site) [Link}

Contact information 

Friends of Wisconsin State Parks
Patricia Loosen
Executive Director
23 S. Main Street Suite O
Hartford, WI 53027
Patricia.Loosen@fwsp.org
608-294-0810