On Give to the Max Day 2023, we honored our founder’s vision to bring more tree canopy to St. Paul.
Past Projects
We're proud of the work we've done. We didn't do it alone. Thank you, everyone who helped out their local parks and trails.
Vote on Tuesday! And support the city sales tax
City of Saint Paul residents will vote on Tuesday, November 7 for a 1 cent sales tax initiative, plus City Council and School Board.
Learn more about St. Paul’s proposed 1% sales tax
Study up on the 1% sales tax that the City of Saint Paul is proposing for street repair and park enhancements. Then vote November 7!
Summer event season continues: Join the fun!
We’re hosting events throughout the summer to help our members get involved and educated about birds, buses, urban park design and more.
Annual Meeting 2023 reflects Friends’ comeback
Friends of the Parks and Trails held its first annual meeting since 2019, with a gathering of 40-plus people on June 14, 2023.
Annual Meeting to feature food, fun and family
The first in-person annual meeting since 2019 will be taking place at Battle Creek on June 14, 2023. All members of the organization are welcome!
Updated bylaws seek to reflect changing language
Members and the board voted in June 2023 to use inclusive “they/them” pronouns in Friends of the Parks and Trails’ bylaws.
Friends of the Parks supports sales tax, Midway Peace Park
On April 6, Friends of the Parks and Trails joined a number of city workers and local journalists to watch the opening of St. Paul’s asphalt plant. Despite the day’s […]
City, County Parks Need Your Voice Today!
If you use and enjoy our city and county parks and trails, urge your state House and Senate representatives to increase funding!