The Friends of Donald Park volunteer their time each year to sponsor programs and events designed to increase awareness, enjoyment and knowledge of nature. Some programs focus on the history of the people who lived here in early times and how the land has been impacted and changed by these people.
We invite you to join us at these events as a participant and encourage you to volunteer and get involved in the fun! It’s a great way to experience Donald County Park.
The Friends of Donald Park, Inc. (FoDP) is a private nonprofit organization that promotes and supports the passive use of Donald County Park through programs and activities that provide education, restoration, and preservation of the Park’s cultural, natural, and historical resources.
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2017
Snowshoe Scurry
Sunday, January 22
9 a.m., Pop’s Knoll
Garden Expo
Friday, February 10–Sunday, February 12
Alliant Energy Center
6th Annual Donald Dash Trail Run
Saturday, May 6
9 a.m., Pop’s Knoll
This event is produced by the Driftless Sports Club; please visit their website for details and signup information.
Annual “Bring Your Pop to Pop’s Knoll” Father’s Day Picnic
Sunday, June 18, 11 a.m.–2 p.m.
Join the Friends of Donald Park for the annual Bring Your Pop to Pop’s Knoll Picnic on Father’s Day, Sunday, June 18, from 11 a.m.–2 p.m. Bring your dad and a picnic lunch, or grill out at Pop’s Knoll picnic shelter. Hot dogs and root beer floats will be available for purchase. Entertainment will include easy listening bluegrass music by Blue Grass Tea & Company, horse painting, and other activities for the kids and adults.
Stargazing Events
Saturday, August 12, 8:00 p.m.
Join the Friends of Donald Park and members of the Madison Astronomical Society at Pop’s Knoll 8:00 p.m. to watch the Perseid Meteor Showers. Hosted by the Friends of Donald Park and Madison Astronomical Society. Telescopes, refreshments and evening fires (for roasting marshmallows) will be provided. In case of cancellation we will update our websites by 4:00 p.m. at www.donaldpark.org and www.madisonastro.org or email contact@donaldpark.org for information.
Our Newsletters are a great source of information about past events and happenings at Donald County Park.
For questions about past events or events coming up, email contact@donaldpark.org.