Initiatives

In keeping with our mission to give back to Devil’s Lake State Park using our money, the Friends fundraise and receive grant support for park projects, infrastructure, visitor enhancements, and other improvements. Below is our list of 2026 priority initiatives. Every membership, sponsorship, donation, and purchase of merchandise or firewood goes into making these projects a reality. These projects are made possible through YOUR support! THANK YOU.

Trails Projects

Initiative Blog
Wayfinding Signage
signage, trails, 2025
Completed Project
Wayfinding Signage
signage, trails, 2025
Completed Project

Last updated and installed in 2001, the Friends are fundraising for all new trail signage! The trails at Devil’s Lake can be tricky to follow. New signage, developed by the DNR, will help visitors navigate and orient to this park. This two-year project will cost approximately $50,000.

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signage, trails, 2025
Completed Project
Support Trails Projects

If you’re interested in helping fund our work beyond these projects (we need help with ongoing operational costs), please contact us or donate today! In addition to the projects listed above, we also fund nature center programs and materials, park staff appreciation and training, and supplies for our volunteer workdays. Your support makes this work possible.

Infrastructure Projects

Initiative Blog
Wayfinding Signage
signage, trails, 2025
Completed Project
Wayfinding Signage
signage, trails, 2025
Completed Project

Last updated and installed in 2001, the Friends are fundraising for all new trail signage! The trails at Devil’s Lake can be tricky to follow. New signage, developed by the DNR, will help visitors navigate and orient to this park. This two-year project will cost approximately $50,000.

Read more →
signage, trails, 2025
Completed Project
Support Infrastructure Projects