Starting in 2020, Parks & Trails Council began celebrating the unique role that Friends Groups play in supporting Minnesota’s parks and trails by issuing an award to a Friends Group partner that demonstrates the values of stewardship, volunteerism, and collaboration.
The award is presented during our Annual Dinner event.
Each award is laser engraved, showing the different ecosystems in Minnesota and displaying the group’s name prominently. The award is presented to the Friends Group for them to display at the park or trail or another place meaningful to the group.