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Friends of Maplewood State Park

Maplewood pinpointed on MNMission

To assist the MnDNR in preserving and utilizing Maplewood State Park by assisting with its development, proper planning and management of its facilities and use. It is a communicating link with the public and the Agency and the Legislature.

Highlight of Activities

  • Building Maple Syruping Facility (winter 2016)
  • Annual Maple Leaf Days Celebration
  • Building Picnic Shelter (2008)

Friends Since

1994

Friends' Website
DNR staff collecting maple sap
Collecting maple sap for the Maple Syrup programs.
Workers putting up the siding on the sugar shack
Putting up the siding
Crafting station in the park
The annual Maple Leaf Days is a key event for the Friends.
Park visitors gathered around campfire during candlelight ski event
Friends tend the bonfire for the candlelight ski event
Picnic shelter on hill
The stunning picnic shelter built by the Friends Group

News from the Friends

The crowd of friends and community members enjoy the music in the park.

July 23, 2018

Music Fills the Air at Maplewood State Park

Tree Planting at Maplewood State Park

June 18, 2018

Friends respond to emerald ash borer by planting maples at Maplewood State Park

May 4, 2018

P&TC awards $5,000 grants to Friends Groups for restoration projects in state parks

Maplewood State Park Sugar Shack nearly complete

September 13, 2017

Maplewood State Park Sugar Shack Dedication

Honorable Mention - Split Rock Lighthouse by Steve Sheeley

March 2, 2017

DNR highlights new parks and trails offerings for 2017

Workers putting up the siding on the sugar shack

November 26, 2016

Building the Sugar Shack

Crafting station in the park

August 26, 2012

Bringing new people to an outdoor recreation gem

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