Who We Are
Photo courtesy of (c) Greg Burns
The Niagara Escarpment has provided a unique environment for the flora, fauna, and visitors to High Cliff State Park in Wisconsin.
Established in 1997, the Friends of High Cliff State Park Inc. was organized for the charitable and educational purpose of supporting, assisting, and promoting the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources with interpretive, scientific, historical, educational, and related visitor services. In order to accomplish these goals the Friends of High Cliff State Park have the following objectives:
Promote the park through publications, special events, and interpretive programs.
Provide and coordinate volunteer services that support the programs of the park.
Provide financial support to High Cliff State Park for the furtherance of its programs, facilities, and resources; raising revenues through such methods as membership fees, donations, sales, grants , and special events.
The Friends of High Cliff State Park is a non-profit corporation formed under chapter 181 of the Wisconsin Statutes. It has been recognized by the IRS as a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization.
Leadership
The Friends of High Cliff are led by a Board of Directors who are all volunteers. Meet the board members and see what they say is their favorite part of High Cliff:
Deb Lee
Treasurer
Janet Deprez
President
"I enjoy seeing the smiling faces of visitors as they enjoy the park."
Larry Buck
Co-Treasurer
"I like the view of Lake Winnebago and fall drive into the campgrounds."
Linda Buck
Co-Treasurer
"I love the natural beauty of High Cliff, the panoramic views from the tower, and the many hiking trails. It’s the perfect place to relax."
Jon McElhaney
Vice President
Char Barribeau
Past President
"High Cliff State Park offers the ultimate beauty of Nature from the Niagara Escarpment, the sunsets over Lake Winnebago to the serenity of walking the Butterfly Pond Trail. "
Greg Burns
Secretary
"The Niagara Escarpment is a spectacular and incredibly unique feature of High Cliff State Park. Hiking and experiencing the wonder of the Escarpment and its plant and animal communities in every season is my favorite activity."
Frank Kirschling
Board Member
“With it’s variety of habitats, High Cliff State Park is a great place to hike and observe nature throughout the year.”
Lorrie Formella
Board Member
David Miller
Board Member
Mary Miller
Board Member
Donna Franczek
Board Member
"High Cliff State Park is a rare gem in our area. With the stunning Niagra Escarpment and the gorgeous sunset views over Lake Winnebago, it has so much to offer the outdoor enthusiast. Mostly I enjoy the dog friendly trails."