| Preserving nature takes time and resources. Realizing the limited resources available to Meeman-Shelby Forest State Park, Friends Of The Forest is working to recruit volunteers to help with park projects and events as well as solicit charitable contributions to fund worthwhile wilderness projects. Becoming a member of Friends Of The Forest costs $20 annually. Joining makes you part of an elite group of concerned individuals dedicated to preserving nature. To join, please complete a membership application.
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| MISSION The Friends purpose is to assist the Meeman-Shelby Forest State Park personnel in maintaining the ecological treasures of the park and enhance the recreational activities for current and future generations. |
Calendar of Events: Our next meeting will be Wednesday, February 10, 2010 at 6:30pm at the Visitor Center at Meeman-Shelby Forest State Park.
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November 2009 - Our president, Ken Novak, recently attended the annual state-wide meeting of Friends from around the
State of Tennessee. The weekend gathering was at Fall Creek Falls State Park.
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Contact the Friends If you have questions about FRIENDS OF THE FOREST for Meeman-Shelby Forest State Park, feel free to contact Hilde Haynes by email. We are always looking for Boy Scouts and other civic groups who are interested in helping with such things as bridge building on the trails. If you would like to help Meeman-Shelby Forest State Park please contact Park Ranger Samantha Cox. |
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