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Be a Friend . . . join the Friends of Erie MetroParks!

See our Friends brochure or our latest newsletter!

The Adventure Walkway
is now open!
Find out more about it!


Go Take a Hike

Now through December 10
Complete seven of the designated MetroParks trails and receive and Arkansas walking stick or 2006 leather medallion.  For more information, click here.

 

Check out the new Edison Woods Preserve Trail Map

 

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Friends of Erie MetroParks Mission

Who Are We?

        The Friends of Erie MetroParks mission is to further the goals of Erie MetroParks, provide volunteers, contribute financial assistance, and cultivate a positive community attitude toward the park district.

    The Friends of Erie MetroParks is a group of private citizens who have come together to support Erie MetroParks in the conservation and preservation of Erie County’s natural environment.

Goals

Membership Benefits

  • Encourage conservation and preservation through education.

  • Promote participation through social activities and volunteerism. 

  • Support the park system through financial assistance for special projects and programs.

  • Participation in special promotional, educational, and social events.

  • Newsletter highlighting news, events, and activities of the park district and the Friends of Erie MetroParks.

  • Opportunities to volunteer at all Erie MetroParks events and facilities.

Want to volunteer within the MetroParks?  Click here for more information!