Friends of Prince William Forest Park is a 501(c)(3), non-profit organization that was formed in 1989. Our mission is to advocate for the preservation and enhancement of the natural and cultural resources of Prince William Forest Park, a unit of the National Park Service, in Triangle, Virginia.
 To fulfill our mission we:
- Monitor community actions affecting the park and ecosystem.
- Serve as a forum for citizens on government decisions that affect the park.
- Raise awareness of park issues and activities within the community.
- Build friendships and partnerships through activities, recreation and volunteering.
- Raise funds through corporate and individual donations to benefit special park events, community engagement and special projects.
Come and join us in the park!
Upcoming Events
2008 Chopawamsic Cycle Challenge
Sunday, September 14, 2008 9:00
Cabin Camp 4 Ballfield at Prince William Forest Park
Join the Friends and the Prince William Forest Park Rangers on an 11 mile fun bicycle ride through the history of the Prince William Forest Park. This year the park celebrates the 75th Anniversary of FDR's New Deal and the Civilian Conservation Corp. The ride is open to participants of all ages and skill levels. For more information download the Chopawamsic Cycle Challenge Pdf.
Directions to Cabin Camp 4 from I-95 Exit 152B VA234 towards Manassas approximately 3 miles. Turn left immediately after Travel Trailer Village at Pleasant Road. At the fork turn left, the Theater Building is on the right about a half mile. Click here for map.
National Public Lands Day
Saturday, September 27, 2008
9:00am at Prince William Forest Park
This year Prince William Forest Park is the national host site for National Public Lands Day. Volunteers from throughout the region will join park staff and the National Public Lands crew to perform volunteer projects within the park. This year the event will focus on the work of the Civilian Conservation Corps. Honoring the boys of the CCC and the work they performed on national lands throughout the country. For more information about volunteering please visit the Prince William Forest Park website at www.nps.gov/prwi
2008 National Civilian Conservation Corps Reunion Dinner
Saturday, September 27, 2008
6:00 at the OSS Theater in Cabin Camp 4 at Prince William Forest Park dinner is $30 per person for more information: http://www.ccclegacy.org/2008_reunion.htm
Join the CCC Legacy, and the National Park Service in honoring the men who served and the work they completed in CCC across the United States. For detailed information please visit the CCC Legacy website.
Directions to Cabin Camp 4 from I-95 Exit 152B VA234 towards Manassas approximately 3 miles. Turn left immediately after Travel Trailer Village at Pleasant Road. At the fork turn left, the Theater Building is on the right about a half mile. Click here for map.
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