A painted wooden sign for Northeast Big Woods State Park decorated for autumn with corn stalks on each side and pumpkins and gourds on hay bales in front.

Who We Are

Friends of Nerstrand Big Woods State Park is a community organization whose mission is devoted to preserving and enhancing the experience of Nerstrand Big Woods State Park.

We value diverse backgrounds and opinions.

Our goal is to provide, both voluntary physical and financial assistance to the park.

Friends of Nerstrand Big Woods State Park Board Members:

  • Dave Detert- President

  • Elaine Feikema

  • Norma Monroe

  • Katy Gillispie

  • Lee Engquist

  • Steve Carras