About Us

What do the Friends of Interstate and Straight Lake Parks do?

The Friends of Interstate and Straight Lake Parks support furthering the goals promoting educational experiences within Interstate Park. We encourage vistors to become members and provide support for our operations.

Events

Our Friends Group supports special events, programs, workshops, and guest speakers.

These events allow members to network with other supporters of Interstate and Straight Lake Parks. Events include the Spring Gathering of Friends, Fall Annual Gathering and Program, Candlelight Night, and many volunteer opportunities throughout the year.

Gift Shop

Glacier’s Gift Shop offers a wide variety of fun items to help you remember your Wisconsin State Park adventures.

Located in the Ice Age Interpretive Center, Glacier’s Gift Shop offers nature related books, apparel, posters, kids’ items, and more. Sales provide funding for the purchase of equipment and supplies, support of workshops, guest speakers, special events and publication and distribution of our newsletter and other educational materials.

Newsletter

Stay up-to-date with our newsletter

The Friends Newsletter is your gateway to the latest news, exciting updates, and fascinating stories from Wisconsin Interstate and Straight Lake Parks. Packed with informative articles, behind-the-scenes insights, and a calendar of must-attend events, each issue brings the parks to life in new ways. Sent to all members three times a year, along with special updates throughout the seasons, this newsletter ensures you never miss an adventure!

Newsletter Spring 2025 (PDF)

Newsletter Fall 2024 (PDF)
Newsletter Fall 2023 (PDF)

Fall 2024

Membership Opportunity

Become a friend today!

You can help us continue to support the preservation of this amazing landscape and promote its use for future generations.

Help us achieve our goals by becoming a member today!