WHo we are
OUR MISSION
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OUR MISSION
To restore, preserve, and protect the natural and historical resources
of Fort Flagler State Park, as well as to provide assistance and support for the park staff.
We hold events, and engage in programs and projects to enhance the park experience for visitors.
WHAT WE DO
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OUR MISSION
The Friends of Fort Flagler (FoFF) was established in 1999 as an all-volunteer, non-profit organization that offers both financial and volunteer support for park improvements and programs not funded by the state parks system. FoFF acts as a strong advocate for the park.
Join us and become a volunteer.
Join us and become a volunteer.
Join us and become a volunteer.
Your support and contributions will enable us to meet our goals and improve conditions. Your generous donation will fund our mission.
FRIENDS OF FORT FLAGLER EVENTS 2023
VIEW OUR LINE UP OF EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS AND EVENTS
Learn about the wildlife and fauna that abounds at Fort Flagler State Park. We have many local experts who love to share their knowledge, from the comfort of your home video lectures to walk about nature tours on location at the park, we have something for everyone.
BIRDING IN THE PARK (4TH SATURDAY OF EVERY MONTH)
Birding and nature tours are now being held on the 4th Friday of each month. Beverly McNeil, Admiralty Audubon trip leader and photographer, conducts these bird walks at Fort Flagler. Wear sturdy footwear and dress for changeable weather. bring binoculars and your own water.
NEXT DATES 3/25, 4/22, 5/27
Easter Egg Hunt at Fort Flagler, April 8th, @11am
Join the fun and bring your children aged 2 to 14 to FoFF’s first-ever Easter egg hunt on Saturday, April 8th. Children will be grouped into three age groups so the young ones have better odds (no child will come away empty-handed).
Location: Playground area at Fort Flagler’s lower campground (NW corner of the Park)
Duration: 1 hour
Volunteers Needed July/August to Protect Caspian Terns and Seals on Rat Island, April 13th, @10:30am
Washington Fish and Wildlife is holding a two-hour training on April 13th at 10:30 a.m. at Fort Flagler for anyone interested in volunteering as a docent to educate visitors about protecting the wildlife on Rat Island. Friends of Fort Flagler has been working with WFWD to provide some protection to Rat Island during the Caspian Tern nesting and Harbor Seal pupping season which occurs during July and August. The goal is to have docents posted at the end of the Fort Flagler spit, across from Rat Island during extremely low tides.
Edible and Medicinal Plants, April 21st, @ 2PM, Meet at Interpretive Trail
Did you know Douglas-fir makes a tasty tea, and cottonwood can ease your aching back? Come take a walk at Fort Flagler with local herbalist J.T. and discover how people and plants help each other thrive.
Our presenter is Northwest herbalist J.T. whodelights in connecting people with plants and watching them fall in love. She gathers herbs from mountain to city to sea and has taught hundreds of students how to identify edible and medicinal plants.
Upper Campground Clean Up, April 15th, @9am, Upper Campground
Each year Friends of Fort Flagler pulls together a group of volunteers to clean up the upper campground prior to its opening in May. The past winter’s storms put a lot of branches and debris on the ground and we’ve got our work cut out for us this year. Bring a rake and gloves and join with your fellow volunteers to get the job done! We start at 9:00 AM and will be done before noon.
Earthday – Scotch Broom Removal, April 22nd, @9AM - 1PM
Help restore the natural beauty at Fort Flagler State Park by removing invasive plant
species.
Earthday - Beach Clean Up, April 23rd, @9AM
Protecting Puget Sound from trash and winter debris begins we each of us! As waste continually pollutes our parks, waterways, and beaches, Friends of Fort Flagler provides the opportunity for you to help protect and restore the environment we all call home.
FoFF Membership Meeting & Special Event, April 23rd, @2:30PM at the Theatre
We have a special treat in store for the annual membership meeting of Friends of Fort Flagler.
We will be visited by staff and docent volunteers from the Discovery Bay Wild Bird Rescue who
will bring with them a collection of owls, hawks and falcons. It will also be a great opportunity
to learn about all of the exciting things that FoFF is doing to benefit our treasured park.
When: April 23rd, Sunday, at 2:30 PM
Where: Theatre
Pacific Salmon 101, May 3rd, @ 6:30PM
Why salmon are important to our ecologically? How do salmon affect our culture?
What is the effect on our economy? Join us to learn about the 5 species of Pacific salmon and
the differences between them, life cycle, habitat requirements, and finally, major threats that are
hindering their recovery.
When: May 3rd, @ 6:30 PM
Where: TBD
Harbor porpoises: What do we know about them? May 13th, @6:30
Join Dr. Hanson to learn about the research being done on harbor porpoises. There
are several studies under way to understand their population, their communication and overall
assessment of these beautiful porpoises.
When: Saturday, May 13th @ 6:30PM
Where: TBD