Friends of Bay City State Park

  • About Us
  • EVENT LIST
    • Free Fishing Fest
    • Music From the Marsh
    • Beach Wellness
    • Waterfowl Festival
    • Mother Nature's Halloween Trail
  • EDUCATION
    • EAGLES IN THE PARK >
      • Eagle FAQ
      • Lessons Learned from the Bald Eagle
    • School & Group Programs
  • LINKS
  • Join Donate Sponsor
    • Become a Member
    • Donate to the Friends
    • Donate to Our Endowment Funds
    • Sponsorship
    • Adopt a Classroom
    • Fishing for Kids
  • Contact Us
  • Gift Shop
  • About Us
  • EVENT LIST
    • Free Fishing Fest
    • Music From the Marsh
    • Beach Wellness
    • Waterfowl Festival
    • Mother Nature's Halloween Trail
  • EDUCATION
    • EAGLES IN THE PARK >
      • Eagle FAQ
      • Lessons Learned from the Bald Eagle
    • School & Group Programs
  • LINKS
  • Join Donate Sponsor
    • Become a Member
    • Donate to the Friends
    • Donate to Our Endowment Funds
    • Sponsorship
    • Adopt a Classroom
    • Fishing for Kids
  • Contact Us
  • Gift Shop

Become a Member

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Who We Are
The Friends of Bay City State Park, a 501(c)(3) non-profit founded in 1995, is dedicated to environmental education, recreation and preserving the natural beauty of Bay City State Park.

We're community members and nature enthusiasts who raise funds, secure grants, and create programs to keep Bay City State Park and Tobico Marsh vibrant for generations to come.

What We Do
While the DNR provides the park with more than 2,800 acres of beautiful wooded and marsh recreational land, a swimming beach, and more than 190 campsites, the Friends provide extras such as:

• Spray Park
• Memorial Benches
• Children's Playscape
• Music from the Marsh
• Performance Stage
• Beach Wellness Run Event
• Bluegill Fish Stocking in Lagoon
• Mother Nature's Halloween Trail
• Campground Trick-or-Treats
• 2 Tobico Marsh Towers
• Campground Pavilion
• Tractor & Beach Groomer
• Bird Feeders & Seed
• Outdoor Education Auditorium
• Nature Educational Supplies
• Archery Equipment
• Wetland Wonders Gift Shoppe

And much more!

Volunteer
As a non-profit, we depend heavily on volunteer support. Contact us if you are interested in getting involved, having fun, and sharing your nature skills.
• Wetland Wonders Gift Shoppe
• Music from the Marsh Concert Series
• Fishing Volunteer
• Special Events
• Children's Programs
• Other: Please let us know your specific interests or talents!

Join Us
We invite you to join our group by completing the membership form below. Dues may be tax deductible and members receive a 10% discount at the Gift Shoppe. With your support, the Friends will continue to enrich the experience of local residents and visitors. Your commitment will help to preserve this natural area for the future enjoyment of your family and friends.

Note: All programs, activities and services of Friends of Bay City State Park are provided equally without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex or disability.
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Saginaw Bay Visitors Center
3582 State Park Drive
Bay City, MI 48706
989-667-0717

Park Interpreter:
Jonathan Massung
[email protected]
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