Park Projects

The Friends are working to enhance the natural resources and improve the visitor experience at Blue Mound State Park. Learn more about past, current, and upcoming park projects.

October Group Rides

Join CORP and fellow biking enthusiasts for two group rides on the Blue Mound State Park trails.


Support Our Work

Whether you’re interested in making a donation or becoming actively involved, there are many ways you can make a difference.

Two runners competing during a trail race

Our Events

The Friends organize a variety of events each year to bring people to the park and raise funds for many projects, including trail building and maintenance, landscaping, playground equipment, educational programs, and invasive plant control.

Check the “Events” menu at the top of the page for more information on upcoming events.

What’s Happening

  • October Group Rides
    Join CORP and fellow biking enthusiasts for two group rides on the Blue Mound State Park trails. Find more events at contact CORP at madcitydirt.com. Weekday Group Ride Wednesday, October 165:30pmMeet in the BMSP parking Read more…
  • Seed Collecting
    There was a small and motivated volunteer group turn out for seed collection on September 24th. With the sun still warm and bright in the sky, the group headed into the Walnut Prairie with buckets Read more…
  • Seed Collection Work Party
    September 24 5:00 – 7:00 pm Help with the ongoing prairie restoration project by collecting prairie seeds. Volunteers should wear long pants, socks, good walking shoes, and gloves. Also bring a hat, long-sleeved shirt, water bottle, Read more…

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