Since 1996, we have been supporting Beaman Park through volunteer work, fundraisers, grants, & more.

About Friends of Beaman Park

The Friends of Beaman Park is an all-volunteer organization. Our work is primarily accomplished through volunteer management, fundraising and grant writing. Since 1996, FOBP has initiated park support activities in a variety of areas that fall into four main categories:  Education, Advocacy, Park Facilities and Land Protection.

Projects:

  • Restoration of the Proctor Barn and Farm

  • Guided park hikes

  • Yoga classes

  • Trail building

  • Hosting seasonal campfires and picnics

  • Plant and animal species data collection

  • Native plant workshops

  • GIS mapping of park features

  • Magazine articles and brochures

  • Land protection workshops

  • Sponsorship of wildflower week special events

  • Road-side litter and creek cleanup volunteer work days

  • Illegal dump cleanup

  • Fundraising and grant writing

  • Sponsoring staff continuing education

  • Hosting corporate service projects

  • 2000 Frist Foundation Award for Excellence
  • 2007 Governor’s Environmental Stewardship Award for Invasive Plant Management
  • 2013 Coalition for Recreational Trails Award for Accessibility Enhancement


Award-winning impact