Board Members

The Friends of Devil's Lake State Park is governed by a volunteer Board of Directors; each of the nine members serves three-year terms. We are always recruiting! Please let us know if you are interested in serving, we would love to meet you.

The Board is always interested to hear from members with comments, questions and/or proposals. Please reach any of us via our email contact form.

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OFFICERS

Dave Barger
Vice President, 2021 - Current

Dave grew up on a farm in Oregon, WI, lived most of his adult life in the Madison area, and then moved back to the family farm. He visited Devil’s Lake as a kid with his family, and enjoyed it later as an adult with his own kids. Dave’s “hobby” is to go on Volunteer Vacations to work on various projects in UT, CO, AZ, WA, US Virgin Islands, Costa Rica, and even Machu Picchu. Dave is passionate about Devil’s Lake and wanting others to be able to enjoy it as he has… by picking up trash along the trails, working to improve the trails, and working toward making the new Interpretive Center become a reality. Retired after 41 years in engineering, Dave can spend more time and effort on his “local” park.

Pete Schmitz
Secretary , 2023 - Present

Pete started working at a specialty sporting goods store in Baraboo in the early 90’s, which introduced him to the spiritual magic of Devil’s Lake State Park. The Lake taught Pete many things about recreation from climbing, cycling, hiking, paddling, skiing, and scuba. It became a place to learn these activities. Over the years, Pete has become an advocate for everyone that uses this resource,  being involved with many Master Planning projects in Sauk County as well as building trails, assembling volunteers, and fundraising. Pete opened his own ski/climb/bike specialty store in Baraboo 20 years ago.  

Doug Stoffels
Treasurer, 2024 - Current

Doug’s career in accounting and finance included 32 years with American Family Insurance, 3 years at CUNA Mutual Insurance, and 5 years at the public accounting firm SVA, in their consulting division. He retired in 2021. Doug has several years of experience on a variety of nonprofit boards.

Doug and his wife, Mary, are snowbirds, living during the cold months of the year in Rotonda West, Florida, and spending the warm months on Lake Wisconsin. They have four adult children, two of whom are married, and two grandchildren. They are spread across the country in Nashville, Glenwood Springs, CO, Minneapolis, and Madison.

MEMBERS AT LARGE

Mike Grams
2024 - Current

Mike grew up in Green Lake, WI and was introduced to Devil’s Lake early in scouting and it quickly became a place he loved and desired to visit. As an adult, Mike later enjoyed camping with his family along with all the things that the park has to offer, including the nature center, hiking trails and the beautiful beaches. Mike has degrees from UW-Stevens Point (BS) and from Indiana State University (MS), allowing him to teach physical education and computers while coaching various sports, including being a head coach of basketball and golf. Along with those positions, Mike also utilized marketing experience in various levels of collegiate athletics and a sports equipment business. Being retired affords him the time to contribute and serve, and wants to see Devil’s Lake State Park continue to improve and flourish so future generations can experience it like he could.

Jeff Sederstrom
2025 - Current

Jeff was born and raised in Milwaukee. He learned to love camping during his short time in the Boy Scouts. He was introduced to Devil’s Lake State Park in a high school earth science class trip in the mid 70’s. After that trip, Jeff knew he needed to spend more time at this beautiful park, making the trip numerous times, preferring to camp in the cool fall weather.

Jeff moved to Baraboo for work in the 80s. Finally being close to the best park in the Wisconsin State Park System, he could enjoy camping, hunting, time on the trails, and a splash in the lake whenever! Jeff also enjoys camping, hiking, kayaking, downhill skiing, bicycling, nature photography, and astrophotography.

Fast forward a few decades, and now he’s a retiree looking for a way to give back. Still living in Baraboo, Jeff started as an avid volunteer with the Friends of Devil’s Lake. Jeff understands the importance of raising funds so to plan and fund repairs and improvements in the park. This is important now, more than ever, with the state legislature cutting funding to the parks.

Jennifer Graf
2023 - Current

Jenny was introduced to Devil’s Lake State Park as a UW-Madison student and fell in love with the area. Throughout the years she has enjoyed many hikes, swims, paddles, picnics, and camps at the park. Jenny holds a Bachelor of Business Degree from UW-Madison and has been working as a project manager in the insurance industry for more than two decades. Prior to her work in the private sector, she worked as the Property & Liability Manager for the Department of Natural Resources. Jenny joined the board of directors for the Friends of Devil’s Lake Park because she is enthusiastic about the Friend’s mission and preserving and improving the park so it can continue to be enjoyed by visitors in the future. 

Randy Pfeifer
2024 - Current

Randy is a big fan of Devil’s Lake State Park, finding it a wonderful resource and being very fortunate to live in the area and hike there frequently. Randy is also a rock climber, climbing with his sons and with members of the Boy Scout troop he used to lead. Professionally, Randy is retired from a long career in engineering (computer design, telecommunications, storage). His professional roles have largely been leadership/executive positions in large corporations with some excellent start-up experiences. Upon retirement, Randy has been looking to contribute his talents to outdoor organizations. Randy also serves on the board for the Chicago Voyagers. Randy was also the Scoutmaster (4 years) and High Adventure coordinator (10 years) for a Boy Scout troop in Wheaton, IL. Randy proudly coached 25 scouts to achieve the rank of Eagle Scout as Scoutmaster. Wilderness canoeing is his passion and in his spare time, he builds wood and composite canoes.

Claire Aither
2025- Current

Claire "Honeybee" Aither grew up in Ripon, Wisconsin, but her love for the outdoors truly took off when she thru-hiked the Appalachian Trail in 2022. After six months in the woods, her priorities shifted—leading her back to Wisconsin’s trails, especially the Ice Age Trail and Devil’s Lake State Park. She later hiked the Pacific Crest Trail in 2024, further deepening her connection to wild places. From founding Milwaukee’s largest dog-walking business to dedicating her time to outdoor advocacy, Claire thrives on movement, nature, and community. Now, she’s bringing her passion for fundraising, content creation, and marketing to Friends of Devil’s Lake, helping grow its mission through education, recreation, and membership engagement.