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6/21/09 - Summer 2009 Newsletter Released
Get it here.

6/3/09 - More Info on the Endowment Fund
This page will give you more information of the endowment fund.

5/21/09 - Friends Sign into Action Endowment Fund
The Friends signed into action the "Friends of Governor Dodge State Park Endowment Fund" today. The Natural Resources Foundation offers management of endowment funds to groups and have agreed to manage a fund for the Friends. This will become a permanent source of funding for the group. We are very excited and proud to be able to provided a long-term fund that will continue to benefit the Friends and Governor Dodge State Park. Stay tuned for a new webpage detailing the fund and how you may be able to contribute.

4/24/09 - "Work Play Earth Day" has been cancelled
Due to expected inclement weather, the volunteer workday on Saturday April 25 has been cancelled. But don't FRET, the Friends of Gov Dodge already have several other workdays scheduled. Please join us on the second Saturday of each month in the summer for "Pitch-In at the Park" events. The dates are 5/9, 6/13, 7/11 and 8/8. Contact Us for more info or see our Calendar.

3/30/09 - Up and Running Again
The switch has been made, the bugs have been fixed and the fat has been trimmed. As far as I know, everything that was not working should be working again. You'll find the photo album re-worked, a new section about picnic shelters as well as a few other minor updates. As always, if anybody notices an error or something that needs updating, please, Contact Us. Thank you for continuing to enjoy Governor Dodge State Park!

3/28/09 - Making Upgrades.
FriendsofGovDodge.org is switching webhosts. Over the next week or so, some features may not be available for a short time. We are sorry for any inconvience and we hope to be up and running better than ever as soon as we can! If you have any questions, please contact us.

12/17/08 - We need your opinion, take our POLL.
The park is trying to find ways to better serve you, the visitors, in these times of ever decreasing budgets. We would like to hear your views on non-motorized trail use in Governor Dodge. Do you hike, ski, or snowshoe? Do you prefer trails groomed or not? How do you find current conditions? Please take the time to answer a few poll questions. Thank You!

12/4/08 - Greater Access to Snowshoeing/Hiking Trail
New this year, snowshoers and winter hikers will have greater access to the stable loop with the addition of a new parking area. This roughly 2.5 mile loop is normally a horse trail used primarily by a local stable in the summer months and circles through prairies, woodland and crop fields. The park added a parking area this year to allow greater access for fall and winter use. This area will become the recommended place for snowshoeing and hiking in the winter. Pets are welcome on the snowshoe trails!
Remmember - hiking, snowshoeing and pets are prohibited on ski trails when there is snow.

11/14/08 - Reminder: Memberships Dues
As we approach the end of the year, remember your membership dues. Membership dues are an integral part of our fundraising efforts. Every member counts and we need your help. Send in your membership renewal today.
A membership makes a great gift for the holidays! The Friends are a 501(3)(c) non-profit group and all dues and donations are tax deuctible. So spread the word and give someone the gift of membership! Here's how to help.

See our Newsletter for more information.