The Apostle Islands National Lakeshore was established in 1970 to preserve the naturally wild and beautiful Lake Superior islands in northern-most Wisconsin.
“The Friends” have supported the Apostle Islands National Lakeshore since 2002.
Latest News from the Friends
- Change begins here: Friends represented at the Leadership Institute
The Institute combines broad philosophical discussions about the role and meaning of leadership with a detailed, hands-on approach to the work being done by Friends organizations and their parks. - The Apostle Islands School: A rite of passage for Chequamegon Bay youth
In 1986, a vision emerged—providing Northland College students an opportunity to use the Apostle Islands National Lakeshore as an outdoor classroom for area sixth graders from the Chequamegon Bay region… - Badges of honor: celebrating Junior Rangers
The NPS Junior Ranger program is an activity-based educational program aimed at visitors between the ages of 4 and 12 (although any visitor can participate). - Volunteers gather for Earth Day 2022 Great Lake Clean Up event
Volunteers including National Park Service staff, Friends members and community volunteers gathered at Washington Avenue beach within sight of the Apostle Islands and set off to do their part this Earth Day.
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WHAT A GREAT CELEBRATION IT WAS!
We hope you’ve enjoyed the 50th Anniversary celebration for the Apostle Islands National Lakeshore. We invite you to explore the coverage on our website as we plan for some exciting initiatives to start the next 50 years.
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Four pillars of the Friends mission
Accessibility
From the brand new amphitheater to board-walks and docks and approachable information, Friends works to improve accessibility to the Park for visitors of all abilities.
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Education
Part of our mission is to help protect, preserve and share the rich history of the Apostle Islands for future generations.
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Service
We focus on practices and projects that safely enhance the visitor experience while encouraging a sense of adventure.
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Stewardship
We strive to build a foundation that ensures sustainable protection of all park resources – cultural and natural.
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Join our cause
Want to be a Friend? Invest your time, talent or treasure in the park we all love.
Join our cause with an individual or a business contribution.
Or join our list of volunteers to help improve your National Lakeshore.
Connect with us
We want to hear from you! Use our online form, email us or write us by mail at:
Friends of the Apostle Islands
P.O. Box 1574
Bayfield, Wisconsin 54814
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Shop with Friends
Show your love of the islands and support for the Friends by purchasing our beautiful annual Apostle Islands fine art prints.
Also, visit our 50th Anniversary store to see special commemorative gifts, many made by local artisans.