Removing barriers for people of all abilities to explore the Apostle Islands is a core mission of the Friends of the Apostle Islands National Lakeshore. Achieving that mission takes many forms and your donation can play an important role. We encourage all park lovers to “unleash your generosity” on Giving Tuesday 2020.
Author Archives: Friends of the Apostle Islands National Lakeshore
Friends 2020 Annual Report
Read our annual report for 2020.
A digital birthday card to the Apostle Islands National Lakeshore from the National Park Service
Enjoy these birthday greetings from the people who work hard to make the park the world-class destination that it is.
A digital birthday card to the Apostle Islands National Lakeshore from our partners
We join our Friends of the Apostle Islands partners in celebrating the first 50 years of the Apostle Islands National Lakeshore and we thank them for supporting the park we all love.
Where in the park is Neil? The final answer is “making memories”
On September 26, we are observing Apostle Islands National Lakeshore’s 50th anniversary. A wonderful thing about this place is that visitors tend to come here to mark special events in their own lives.
Apostle Islands National Lakeshore Kicks Off its 50th Anniversary
Apostle Islands National Lakeshore and its partners will celebrate its 50th year with a year-long series of virtual and carefully planned community events beginning on Saturday, September 26, 2020.
Happy Birthday, Apostle Islands National Lakeshore!
Click here to add your birthday wish to our digital birthday card for the Apostle Islands National Lakeshore!
Where in the park is Neil? The week 22 answer is Rocky Island
An unusual aspect of Apostle Islands National Lakeshore is that hunting, trapping, and fishing are permitted in the park according to Federal and State laws.
Friends annouce new Executive Director position – applications now accepted
Now, celebrating the 50th year of the National Lakeshore, and with a strong Board of Directors and a growing base of financial support and programmatic outreach, FAINL is poised for considerable growth and impact. Secure funding, a substantial and growing endowment, and tremendous growth opportunities makes it possible for FAINL to seek its first Executive Director.
Where in the park is Neil? The week 21 answer is Otter Island
Today, Neil is travelling back in time 60 years to participate in what was probably the largest campout in the history of the Apostle Islands.