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Raising the raven: A new landmark at the park

Raising the raven: A new landmark at the park

by Karen Kratz Yesterday marked an exciting moment for the park as we unveiled and installed The Raven, a breathtaking sculpture created by the talented local artist, Andy Cobb. This project has been in the works since last year, and thanks to the incredible efforts of our park’s hard working staff and Friends of Raven Rock, it has finally come to life. The installation process was a true team effort. The post for the sculpture was set in place near the…

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First Day Hike fun at Raven Rock

First Day Hike fun at Raven Rock

by Karen Kratz This morning, 32 adventurous hikers (plus a few furry friends) kicked off the New Year in style at our First Day Hike! The Friends of Raven Rock kept everyone energized with a buffet of fruits, granola bars, donuts, water, coffee, and hot cocoa. (A little something for every kind of hiker, right?) Our amazing park ranger, Lindsey Baker, came through with some cool park giveaways and then led the hike on the American Beech Trail. Along the way, she inspired us to…

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Join the FRARO board in 2025

Join the FRARO board in 2025

Would you like to take your membership in FRARO to the next level and join our board leadership in 2025? In January, the Friends of Raven Rock State Park board will elect five new members, as several existing positions come to the end of their cycle. This includes electing a new chair and treasurer. We’re reaching out to gather nominations for members you believe are qualified and interested in these roles—including yourself! Why serve on the board of FRARO? Serving…

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Stories & S’mores

Stories & S’mores

Join us on May 17, 7-8pm, behind the Visitor Center for some fun, stories, and s’mores! There will be an education booth, storytelling around the fire, s’mores and bottled water. Fun for the whole family!

Eight Years in the Making

Eight Years in the Making

The Friends of Raven Rock Bench Program Comes to a Completion Eight years ago, the Friends of Raven Rock, a dedicated group of park supporters, made a pledge to provide 30 benches for the park. These benches were envisioned as a way for visitors, hikers, and riders to take a moment to rest and enjoy the beauty of Raven Rock. The Bench Program began enthusiastically, with ten benches quickly donated by people who love the park. These benches were installed…

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