2010 Accomplishments
Continuing to Raise Public Awareness of Crowders Mountain State Park by:
-Crowders Mountain State Park and FRIENDS’ group in area newspapers and periodicals
Updated and Improved FRIENDS’ Brochure and Schedule of Events/Meetings
Increased Distribution of FRIENDS’ Brochures and Schedule of Events/Meetings
Added FRIENDS Donation Box at New Boulder Access Area Visitor Center
Hosted Annual Bike Ride Fundraiser by Gaston County Cyclists
Participated in The Schiele Museum of Natural History’s EARTH DAY Celebration
Provided Hands-On Support on Trail Work Days
Provided Quarterly Educational Programs at General Meetings:
-Public is WELCOME with an Open Invitation for Membership or for Volunteer Opportunities
-First Tuesday of mo./quarterly: Meet/Greet 6:30 p.m.; Meeting/Program: 7:00 p.m.
-Schedules/Details in Area Newspapers and on www.friendsofcrowdersmountain.org
-Presentations: Kings Mountain Gateway Trail; Insect and Spider Ecology and Relationship to Crowders Mountain State Park; Fireside Folklore and Tales w/S'mores
Park Superintendent Updates on Crowders Mountain State Park
Donated $500 for Work Crew on the 350- acre Successful Burn at Kings Pinnacle on January 6, 2010
Funded and Volunteered for new Butterfly Garden at Sparrow Springs Visitor Center
Funded Snacks for the March, 2010, Parks and Recreation Trust Fund Meeting Held at CMSP
Continuing Work on FRIENDS' Video
Increased Gift Shop Sale Items(Members Receive 20% Discount)
Dave Cone Memorial Campout Fun on June 5th
Donated Redesigned Junior Ranger Program Badges
Hosted FRIENDS' 10th Anniversary Celebration at Crowders Mountain State Park on July 4th
Donated Large-Sized Gas Grill for Events
Co-hosted Annual Fur, Fangs, and Feathers Fall Festival
Participated in Kings Mountain Heritage Days, Kings Mountain State Park
Participated in Kings Mountain Gateway Trail's 1st Anniversary Event
Submitted Two Grant Requests To Area Foundations
Donated an 8' x 12' Event Tent