The Friends of the Parks and Trails of Saint Paul and Ramsey County is saddened to announce that activist Peggy Lynch has passed away.
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.
Metro Transit seeks comments on Purple Line route options
Metro Transit is taking public comments on the two potential routes between Maplewood and Union Depot now through August 30.
Help Improve Biking On the West Side
Express your opinions about improvements to the biking infrastructure on the West Side at two August meetings.
Parks Giving Day is big success!
Executive Director Lauren Dees-Erickson helped celebrate the city’s award-winning parks system on May 16 in Rice Park.
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!
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.
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!
Ramsey County to post ‘No Trespassing’ signs at grasslands
In collaboration with a number of environmental groups, Ramsey County has agreed to post signs asking visitors to stay off the 77 acres of grasslands just east of Battle Creek […]
Preserve open spaces: grasslands, former golf course
Dear members and friends, Best wishes to you all for a Happy New Year! This year is beginning with a new spirit of hope as vaccines are being distributed and […]
