2016 Annual Report 1 ear DFriendsBrett Feldman, Executive Director Jay Cooke State Park by Janell Wesenberg

People love parks and trails, there's no doubt about that. So, one would be forgiven for thinking that our work is easy. But fostering the political will that's necessary to protect and fund these places is hardly done without obstacles and resistance.

Lately that resistance has shown itself in unfortunate ways with some voices calling for a halt on extending the protections of state parks and trails to any more lands. As an organization that has been working for more than 60 years to acquire critical lands for parks and trails, we understand that this sentiment carries with it dire implications that may not be obvious on its surface. Such action, rather than fixing the current underfunding of operations and maintenance, would further contribute to it. It is a tell-tale sign of retreating from supporting parks and trails as a whole. And that's a future no one wants to see.

That is why we are diligently advancing the imperative to both acquire and maintain our parks and trails. At a time when leading environmental scientists are calling for a momentous increase in amount of lands we protect for nature, we will not back down from this important job. And we will continue to impel legislators to fund their maintenance. As such, we celebrated the supplemental funding we helped secure for state parks and trails in 2016 for the coming year, which prevented staff cuts that were looming ominously over the system and provided funds for acquisition (more details on page 6).

This past year, while state parks and trails were slowed in their work of adding criti- cal lands, we were heartened by the strong efforts to add more lands by county and regional parks and trails leaders in Greater . The Legacy Fund has been in- valuable in aiding this effort. Working with Isanti County to secure critical lands for two county parks was especially rewarding, as land rich in natural beauty and outdoor recreation potential is at a premium in this quickly growing county. Too often the foresight to protect these lands happens too late. But thanks to this visionary action, future generations will continue to benefit from access to these protected parklands.

Of course, the past year was also the year we celebrated 125 years since the creation of Minnesota's first state park at Itasca. What a great reminder of the impact of people's actions for future generations. Here's to another 125 years of visionary action in creat- ing and protecting land for parks and trails in Minnesota!

Julie Gugin, Brett Feldman, President of the Board Executive Director

2 ur MissionO

To acquire, protect and enhance critical land for the public’s use and benefit. ur VisionO

We envision an interconnected system of parks, trails, waterways, natural areas and open spaces that provide all Minnesotans with outstanding outdoor recreational opportunities and that preserve the natural diversity of our state.

Published May 2017

Cover photo: Parks & Trails Council of Minnesota members at Irving and John Anderson Park in Isanti County. Photo by Brett Feldman.

3 and ProtectionL

Preserving a river gateway and pristine lakeshore

Isanti County, located just north of the Twin Cities metropolitan area, has long been a rural county, but growth in the cities of Braham, Cambridge and Isanti has spurred rapid devel- opment. As such, preserving natural lands for parks and trails becomes more urgent than ever.

In 2016 we partnered to add critical land to two Isanti County parks. The first project was for a park we helped to establish in 2004: Becklin Homestead Park and Wildlife Management Area. Resting along the scenic Rum River, Becklin Homestead is a peaceful place with 2.5 miles of trails. The 9.5-acre addition is critical for welcoming visitors as it is located right at the entrance. The land will undergo restoration from its past agricultural use to native prairie.

For Parks & Trails Council to come in with the funds and expertise to quickly and smoothly handle this, it’s beyond beneficial to a small county like us.

~ Barry Wendorf, Isanti County Parks Director

The other Isanti County Park we added to was at Irving and John Anderson Park. This park, which was established in 2007, underwent an intensive transformation to be restored from a farm into the thriving ecosystem it boasts today. In 2015 we acquired a critical parcel on the east side of the park that was virtually untouched by develop- ment throughout its ownership history. Shortly thereafter, we added another critical area expanding the northeastern boundary along the shore of Horseleg Lake. Together, these areas of land preserve a natural shoreline along two lakes that provide critical habitat for birds and a unique recreation experience for park visitors.

4 Saving special places for future generations We partner with state, regional, and local agencies as well as volunteer Friends Groups and others across Minnesota to acquire critical lands for parks and trails, ensuring the protection of their natural beauty and access for people to enjoy for generations to come.

Glacial Lakes State Park by Phillip Hugh

Our 2016 Land Acquisition Projects conveyed to a Park or trail in 2016 Land Year Location of Land Acres Value Acquired Description Irving & John Anderson Park 24.80 $155,000 2015 Land straddles and provides the only canoe access between Horseleg and Horseshoe (Isanti County) Lakes. Ski trails were added in winter 2016. Hiking trails with benches planned for spring 2017.

Irving & John Anderson Park 55.00 $310,000 2016 Expands NE boundary of park along eastern shoreline of Horseleg Lake. County (Isanti County) currently removing structures with plans to add trails, picnic area and parking. Access from Vassar St. Becklin Homestead County Park 9.58 $147,868 2015 Located at the gateway to the park, this land will substantially enhance the (Isanti County) entrance and may provide additional miles of ski and hiking trails. TOTAL 89.38 $612,868 held in trust for a park or trail at 2016 year end Land Year Location of Land Acres Value Acquired Description Casey Jones State Trail 0.58 $2,500 2015 Land for a trailhead in the city of Lake Wilson where there is currently a 1.5-mile (in the city of Lake Wilson) segment of natural surface trail and efforts to connect to segment into Pipestone. Crow Wing State Park 5.00 $135,000 2004 Long-term holding acquired as excess, non-park land as part of a project that expanded Crow Wing State Park by 55 acres. Finland State Forest 3.50 $16,400 2004 Remnant land acquired as part of a land exchange with Lake County that helped (for Crosby Manitou State Park) expand Crosby Manitou State Park by 2,060 acres. Sibley State Park 153.06 $460,000 2014 Rolling grassy hills at SE corner of Sibley State Park necessary to build a spur for the Glacial Lakes State Trail to lead into the park. 40.00 $28,000 1995 Long-term holding of land to which we have granted a permanent easement to (at Devil's Track River near Grand Marais) the Superior Hiking Trail for use as part of the trail with a primitive campsite. Tettegouche State Park 2.50 $19,200 2013 Forested wetlands providing scenic views from Hwy. 31. and a quarter-mile buffer between highway and the Sawtooth Trail. Donated by Mark and Joan Strobel. TOTAL 204.64 $661,100

As our founders bore witness to pristine lands being sold and torn up for development, they made a commitment to dedicate their resources to a strategically managed land fund. The Samuel H. Morgan Land Fund operates as a revolving account that gets spent many times over to ensure critical lands are acquired for protection and incorporation into Min- Samuel H. Morgan nesota’s park and trail system. Our members have added to this fund over the years, making it a powerful force in the effort to preserve parks and trails. Volunteer attorneys and their  firms from around the state generously donate all legal expenses.  5 esearch & PublicR Policy

Funding Secured to Keep Park Staff Another Year We were able to play a key role in securing an additional $4.1 million for operating Minnesota State Parks and Trails in the coming year. These funds were passed in the supplemental budget bill in May 2016. Without these funds, staff cuts were being planned. Keeping staff working to care for and engage with visitors is essential.

A portion of the the additional funds, approximately $1.15 million, will be used to ensure that key parcels within state park boundaries are acquired.

Investments Still Overdue 1 C 2 elebrating As we celebrated the 125th anniversary of Minnesota's first state park at 5 Y E A R S of Mi nnesota Itasca, we urged legislators to invest in the restoration and rehabilitation of Parks & Trails the aging buildings, trails and essential infrastructure within our state parks 2016 LEGISLATIVE AGENDA To celebrate Minnesota’s parks and trails 125th birthday, let’s give them the birthday and trails. gift they deserve! outdoors: Approximately half of our state trail miles remain Photo Credit: Randen Pederson On April 20, 1891, the Minnesota Legislature did something undeveloped, and over 43,000 acres of state park land is still (nearly) unprecedented: By a margin of only one vote, they privately owned. created Itasca State Park to preserve the headwaters of our country’s most treasured river. Only Niagara Falls in New Parks & Trails Council, with the help of local partners and York was protected as a state park earlier. agencies across the state, have identified over $100 million of capital investment needs to revitalize, update, and In the 125 years since, Minnesota’s state park system has expand our parks and trails. This investment, along with the Mildew-infested bathrooms, contaminated water pipes, crumbling roads recommendation of the Legislative-Citizen’s Commission grown into one of the nation’s finest. But after so many years, on Natural Resources (LCCMR) to spend $4.4 million of the Minnesota’s state parks and trails need to be revitalized and Environmental and Natural Resources Trust Fund on park updated. They’re 125 years old, after all. And in addition to taking care of what we have, there is still a need to create and trail projects, would leave a lasting legacy for future new opportunities for Minnesotans to enjoy the great generations. The needs we’ve identified build upon projects and trails-these are becoming too common in state parks and trails as funded in the 2014 capital investment bill, leverage local dollars, get our parks and trails up-to-date and create new opportunities for the next 125 years. Top Reasons to Invest in Parks and Trails in 2016: IT’S THEIR 125 funding for basic maintenance has been inadequate leaving projects to get TH BIRTHDAY! THEY’RE POPULAR!

QUALITY OF LIFE deferred until they become rehabilitation proejcts. Unfortunately, zero • Minnesota State Parks and Trails turn 125 in 2016. We are blessed with the second-oldest state park system in the • country. State Parks host over 8 million visitors every year. • After so many years of being loved, • Minnesota’s state parks and trails have Visits to state parks have been trending • Over half of Minnesotans say parks and funds were appropriated for capital improvements in 2016, meaning that up for years, and increased nearly 20% trails are a key consideration when deciding substantial rehabilitation needs. between 2014 and 2015. where to live. • Over half of Minnesotans bike, and a • Every $1 spent on trails saves an quarter ride at least weekly during the estimated $3 in health costs. summertime. 275 East 4th • Parks and trails in Minnesota create $2.8 these problems will only get worse before they can get better. But we will Street, Suite 250, St. Paul, MN 55101 • (651) 726-2457 or (800) 944-0707billion • www.ParksAndTrails.org in economic activity and support 22,000 jobs. continue to ensure that legislators know how critical this work is.

6 An independent, honest and forthright voice By effectively researching and communicating the needs of Minnesota’s parks and trails to legislators and government leaders, we play a vital role in ensuring these special places are created, maintained and protected for generations to come.

Jay Cooke State Park by Lisa Filter

Delivering a First-of-its-kind Report on Minnesota State Trail Use

How many people use Minnesota State Trails? Sounds 200k like a simple question, but one that has remained elusive 175k until now. In 2016 we tackled the question head on with me u 150k the help of 82 volunteers who spent a total of 235 hours l Vo 125k observing and recording the number of bicyclists, walkers, 100k joggers and skaters using trails at specific locations as well T raffic 75k 50k as how many were children and how many were walking 25k e d april-Oct o b r Estimat e trail traffic S tat dogs. 10k

3% Skaters As we advocate for the continued development and main-

11% Joggers tenance of these assets, undestanding the amount of use

Total state they receive is critical. The benefits these trails deliver in trail traffic Bicyclists ≈ 61% the form of economic vitality, healthy citizenery, and qual- 1.81 Million ity of life make them an important part of our state.

25% Walkers

Our 2016 Day on the Hill

Our annual "Day on the Hill" event was held on Feb. 24 The day included sessions on "your role in the legislative and due to the construction at the state capitol, we met process," working with media and understanding Legacy away from there at Harriet Island Park in St. Paul. This Funding. In addition, our government relations consultant event brought nearly 100 supporters from across the state to led a panel discussion with Rep. Urdahl (R-Grove City), gather to learn about key issues facing parks and trails. Rep. Dean (R-Willernie), Rep. Hausman (DFL-St. Paul) and Sen. Tomassoni (DFL-Chisholm).

7 ember & CommunityM Engagement

The first time I... My Biggest fish Share a State Park/TrailFamily & Friends Campfires Memory & S’Mores

Celebrate 125 years of MN State Parks and Trails by jotting Your Name down a memory and mailing how you want it displayed it back or share online at ParksAndTrails.org www. . Stories will Park/Trail Name Celebrating 100 years of be shared at our event & online. Year Happened Please share if you recall even if you can’t attend the dinner. Thank Your Email Minnesota State Parks you! to be notified for drawing Ideas to get you remembering your moment: c Encounter of the wildlife kind c As Minnesota celebrated the 100th anniversary First time I... c Time I got wet/muddy/stinky c Fish tale c Meeting new friends c Time I survived c Time I quietly observed c Life lesson learned c Seeing nature with new eyes of the creation of our first State Park at Itasca, we c Other Go for it, start writing! Want to see others’ first? Go to www.ParksAndTrails.org commemorated the milestone at our Annual Dinner. Director of State Parks and Trails, Erika Rivers, shared the unique creation stories from some of the 75 state parks and recreation areas and numerous state trails. Our members and supporters, in turn, shared their personal P.S. You’ll be entered in drawing for a memories from being in a Minnesota State Park or Trail. card, if you share. Drawing held on March$250 28. Arc’teryx Good luck! gift

Passing it on In March, as our board president Mike Honoring Outstanding Tegeder was complet- Service ing his many years Dave Lais received the Reuel of dedicated service Harmon Award for his 38 years and simulataneously of dedicated service as one of facing the end of his Minnesota State Parks’ most life to cancer, we expressed a "token" of highly respected park manag- our appreciation by distributing wooden ers and his continued service tokens that encouraged people to "Bike/ through 15 years, and counting, Hike/Paddle/Recreation with a loved one. as a leader in the Sibley State These experiences grow as people pass the Park Improvement Association. tokens on to loved ones with whom they shared the outdoor experience.

Biking the Minnesota Valley State Trail and more A group of 69 members participated in our day-long bike ride on June 25 led by Keith Ottoson. Traveling along the newly paved segment of the Minnesota Valey State Trail that runs from The Landing heritage park in Shakopee to the Bloomington Ferry Bridge, riders heard from DNR trail planners and legislators about the effort to continue to trail development to the Minnesota Valley Wildlife Refuge. Riders continued on traveling a mix of trails and streets and stopping at several city and regional parks in the area.

8 Engaging people to protect parks and trails Our motto, "people saving special places" reflects the grassroots nature of our work. Members provide the largest and most important source of our revenue--members make this important work possible. We work to keep our members informed and motivated.

Wild River State Park by Bailey Milligan

Partnering with Friends Groups Friends Groups are key to enhancing Minnesota's parks and trails. They step up with the necessary people-power to advo- cate for their development and maintenance. They are there to support special events and activities that engage users. And they pitch in to raise funds for special projects. We work to increase these volunteer-groups' capacity.

Fiscal Sponsorship • Central Lakes Trail Association • Friends of Luce Line West Association • Friends of Anderson Park • Friends of Maplewood State Park • Glacial Ridge Trail Association By acting as the fiscal • Friends of Bertram Chain of Lakes • Friends of Nerstrand Big Woods • Goodhue Pioneer Trail Association sponsor for these Friends • Friend of Casey Jones State Trail State Park • Minnesota Horse Council Groups, we enable them • Friends of Hayes Lake • Friends of Scandia Parks and Trails • Sibley State Park Improvement to effectively raise funds in • Friends of Jackson County Trails • Friends of Whitewater State Park Association support of their park and • Friends of Lake Maria • Friends of Wild River State Park trail. • Friends of Lashbrook Park • Gateway-Browns Creek Trail

Grooming ski trails in Northern Minnesota Winter and nordic skiing go hand-in-hand in northern Minnesota. So, when ski trails stopped being groomed here in 2015 we began to work with the Friends Groups and other local volunteers to put a plan in place to ensure trails could once again be groomed. We partnered with volunteers at Hayes Lake, Lake Bronson, McCarthy Beach and Zipple Bay State Parks for a successful 2016 winter ski season, including several candlelight ski/walk events.

Building a Sugar Shack at Maplewood State Park After many years of dedicated persistence, the Friends of Maplewood State Park celebrated the completion of a new maple syruping facility at the park. As their fiscal sponsor, we facilitated their efforts as they coordinated with park staff, fundraised, applied for grants and contracted with workers to build the facility. Now, this park made famous by its maple trees has an active demonstration facility to engage visitors in the process of making maple syrup.

5K "Otter Trotter" for Wild River State Park The annual tradition of running through Wild River State Park's trails continued. As the sponsor, we provide the neces- sary liability insurance. Runners raised funds to support the work of the Friends Group.

9 inancial HealthF

Statement of Activities Support & Revenue Unrestricted Temporarily Restricted Total Grants & Contributions $ 399,187 $ 35,000 $ 434,187 Membership Support 81,760 - 81,760 Special Events (net expenses of $11,841) 2,891 - 2,891 Investment Income 195,818 - 195,818 a (a) Parks & Trails Council holds Loss on Sale of Property (46,264) - (46,264) land in trust for public partners Other Income 25,005 - 25,005 that occasionally declines in value Satisfaction of Time Restrictions - - - by the time of sale. This decline Satisfaction of Program Restrictions - - - in value is absorbed by P&TC's Total Support & Revenue 658,397 35,000 693,397 Samuel H. Morgan Land Fund. Expenses Unrestricted Temporarily Restricted Total Land Acquisition 102,019 - 102,019 Community Outreach 148,238 - 148,238 Membership 82,092 - 82,092 Research & Public Policy 147,973 - 147,973 Administration 69,286 - 69,286 Development 25,505 - 25,505 Total Expenses 575,113 - 575,113 Change in Net Assets 83,284 35,000 118,284 Net Assets at Beginning of Year 7,052,739 - 7,052,739 Net Assets at End of Year $ 7,136,023 $ 35,000 $ 7,171,023

Revenue Expenses 16% 4% Membership Admin Other 14% 22% Investment 26% 84% 54% 26% Income Research & Community Program Membership Public Policy Support Outreach

17% 18% Grants Land 12% Parks & Trails Council exceeds Acquisition Admin the Charities Review Council recommendation that at least 65% of expenses be spent on programs.

3% 4% MN Environmental Fund Development

10 Bear Head Lake State Park by Brett Whaley

Statement of Financial Position Net Assets by Fund Assets 2016 2015 Fund 2016 2015 Current Assets General Fund $366,157 $ 310,285 Cash & Cash Equivalents $ 4,621,517 $ 4,339,374 (Unrestricted) Pledges Receivable 35,000 - Samuel H. Morgan Prepaid Expenses 8,574 11,269 $4,644,061 4,685,094 Land Acquisition Fundb Accounts Receivable 10,641 2,493 Reuel Harmon Protected Property 732,148 1,027,582 $2,125,805 2,057,359 Property - Net 13,275 8,550 Endowment Fundc Investments 2,241,843 2,288,221 Temporarily Restricted $35,000 Insurance Policy 86,739 83,157 - Total Assets 7,749,737 $ 7,760,646 Total $7,171,023 $ 7,052,739 Liabilities & Net Assets Current Liabilities (b) The Samuel H. Morgan Land Acquisition Fund is a revolving Accounts Payable 133,190 $ 126,566 account that covers acquisition costs and is reimbursed when Accrued Expenses 10,466 7,971 land is transferred to a public agency. Deferred Revenue - 800 Funds Held for Friends Groups 147,033 182,685 (c) The Reuel Harmon Endowment Fund provides up to 5% of its balance annually for general operations. Long-term Liabilities Accounts Payable - 115,000 Notes Payable - 274,885 Total Liabilities 578,714 707,907 Net Assets Financial information is based on an independent Unrestricted 7,136,023 7,052,739 auditor’s report conducted in accordance with Temporarily Restricted 35,000 - auditing standards for the years ended Dec. 31, Total Net Assets 7,171,023 7,052,739 2016 and 2015. To obtain a copy of the complete audit, please contact the Parks & Trails Council of Total Liabilities & Net Assets $ 7,749,737 $ 7,760,646 Minnesota office at 651-726-2457.

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Thankyou!

Our members make this work possible. We want to extend a big thank you to our 3,800 members who all contributed to this work and who, together, add up to a powerful force for parks and trails. Our ability to advocate for Minnesota's parks and trails is strengthened not only by the finanical resources our members provide, but by the momentum we gain in knowing that so many people care deeply about acquiring, protecting and enhancing these places.

We are People Saving Special Places!

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Thankyou!

13 Sibley State Park by Don Olson ur SupportersO agney ircle MThe legacy left by our founder JudgeC Clarence Magney inspires our work today. His vision for conserving land for everyone to enjoy, created treasured places where memories and connections continue to be made long after his life and will continue for generations to come. Our Magney Circle members continue this legacy of generosity on behalf of parks and trails in Minnesota with their gifts of $500 or more annually.

Arnie Kurmis Gerald C. Bren James Massee & Sydney Nesbitt $5,000+ Drs. Jim and Penny Langland Richard Brennan Massee Richard "Dick" and Mary Brainerd Judith Reisman and Jane Levin Peter and Nancy Breyfogle Anne McKinsey Louise Fester Dan Luna Paul H. Brown Sarah and Andrew Meister Frank Janezich Sheila and Chris Martin Mr. and Mrs. William R. Buell Karen and David Minge Katherine M. Nielsen Walt McCarthy and Clara Ueland Ward Denaway Carol J. Mizuno Peter and Linda Seed Robert and Lucy Mitchell Stephen Dickhaus Jonathan and Martha Morgan Fred and Eleanor Winston Richard and Joan Newmark David Dixen Dr. Donna Morgan Mark and Jackie Nolan Senator Dave Durenberger and Susan Bob Nesheim and Marlys Johnson $1,000+ Jim Nystrom Foote Robert and Emily Nesvold Bruce and Martha Atwater John and Yvette Oldendorf Sheila R. Faulkner Keith and Carol Ottoson Bob Bierscheid David and Marla Olson Charles and Iris Fried Michele J. Peter Roger Bock and Claire Larson Bock Robert R. Piche Florence K. Gleason Michael Prichard Peter K. Butler Kem Pomeroy Peter and Mary Gove Lori Ricke and Eric Dunn David Chizek M.D. Peggy Prowe Kevin Gregerson Anna Marie P. Rosen Patricia A. Colburn Maureen Reed and Jim Hart Julie Gugin and John Hall Dominique Conseil and Misato Sakai Mike and Julia Costello Cathy Stepanek Mary Hauser Charles Silverson and Elaine Elnes Steve and Amy Culbert Tom Stoa and Christine Boudin Stoa Richard Heine Dave and Linda Simpkins Mr. Thomas E. Daggett and Dr. Mark and Joan Strobel Bill and Linda Holley Elaine Smith Barbara L. Zajiceck-Daggett Rupert and Jeanne Strobel Don Janes Joan L. Smith Robert and Nancy Erickson Donald and Bente Winston Verónica Jaralambides and Chris Thomas B. Stirling Tim and Noreen Farrell Tom and Diane Witzig Polston Roger Strand Brett Feldman and Elizabeth Haugen Steve and Ellen Young Bruce E. Johnson John and Teresa Swoyer Gail L. Fiskewold Anonymous Norbert L. Johnson Tom Tegeder and Dorothy Seitz Jon and Laura Gilmore Katherine L. Kladstrup Nan Upin and Ed Murphy Mike Helgeson Chuck and Cindy Laszewski Mr. and Mrs. Ronald Vantine $500+ Greg and Mai Lauer Jane Harper and John Velin Theresa Horan Karla and Brad Anderson Brenda Leatherman Lee Wenzel Chris Howard Dr. Dorothy H. Anderson Kathy and Allen Lenzmeier Joseph Wilhelmy Ms. Carol E. Jennings Rebecca Arenivar Pam and Harry Lienke Bruce Hendrickson and Laura Wolf Judy Ostendorff and Ron Jensen Carsten O. Bjornstad Kellie and Dwayne Lowman Arno Wuenschmann Richard E. Keir Bill and Beth Blank John Malone Phil and Anne Zink The Kellogg Family Ms. Thelma Boeder Michele Marrinan Kurt E. Zuppke Bill and Jennifer Kellogg Leila Brammer Phil & Stephanie Martineau Anonymous Neil and Deborah Krueger Henry and Nancy Brantingham 14 Bear Head Lake State Park by Brett Whaley

Malcolm D. Bastron Richard I. Burton Jane E. Duncan 3M$15,000+ Foundation Stephanie Battista Janet and Robert Calander Vicki and Bruce Dunlop Patrick and Aimee Butler Family Paul Bauer and Patricia Cretilli Lockwood and Darlene Carlson Mike Durenberger Foundation Barbara Baum Jon Paul Carlson Kenneth Ebert Minnesota Environmental Fund Jonathan and Christine Bayer William A. Carlson Michael Eckstrom WM Foundation Douglas and Maria Louise Bayer Mr. and Mrs. Robert E. Carrier Scott and Susan Eggert Anonymous Judy Bearman Frank and Kathie Cerra Dan Hollenhorst and Juliana Elchert Stephen Befort Karen Chandler and Craig Schulz Robert and Maryann Eliason Mary Behrens Laurie A. Chasteen and Gary Douglas Don and Kathy Ellerton $1,000+ Kathleen Bennett Laurent Patrick and Kris Ellingsworth Mary C. Dolan-The Longview Foundation Candace Berg Chuck Chism Randy Ellis Gateway-Brown's Creek Trail Association Mary Ann Bergantine Mary Madden and Brad Christensen Robert Ellis United Health Group Eric Bergerson Beth Hynes-Ciernia and Pat Ciernia Anthony Engelmeyer Norman Berghuis Lara Cirkovic Barbara Coffin and Daniel Engstrom Roger Betz Thomas and Karen Clapp Natalie Enzmann The$500+ AFG Fund Dale and Janet Beumer Sarah and Whitney Clark Kenneth A. Epstein Ameriprise Financial Ingrid Beyer Margaret Cleveland Elizabeth and Dennis Erb Blue Cross & Blue Shield of MN Larry and Judy Biederman John Stoklosa and Nancy Cole Ronald Erpelding IBM International Foundation Jonathan Biermann Michael Cole David and Nancy Erpestad Medtronic Foundation Gerald Bird Sharon and Neil Columbus Hope Esparolini RBC Wealth Management Thomas G. Birkey Michael R. Conley Barbara Esselman Roger Birnbaum Mary K. Connolly Lorraine and Tom Evans Heather Bjork Steve W. Cook Cheryl Evans $100+ Bruce Blackburn William M. Cook Tim and Maria Faacks John and Tracey Abbott Paul Blonski Stewart H. Corn Alan and Sara Felix John M. Adolphson Blue Waters Gayle Coyer Kay Fellows Dr. David A. Ahlquist Fred Bogott Jean and Joe Crocker Brian Ferch Stephen Aldritt Wallace Bohach Ellie Crosby John Ferm Arlene and Tom Alm John and Janet Bohan John Cross Terry and Ronald Ferriss Joe and Cathy Amato Gary and Valerie Bollinger Ed and Caryl Crozier Robert and Yvonne Fiedler Paul C. Amidon Craig A. Bonn Marianne D'Angelo Lisa Filter and Joel Martin Donald J. Anderson Kathy Bonnifield and Adam Oliansky Dennis and Janet Daley LeEtta and Loren Flicker Joel and Teresa Anderson Jason Beowulf Boswell Theresa Smith and Mark Danielson Kenneth Flies Leonard Anderson John Huberty and Kattie Brecke Stan V. Danielson Richard and Carol Flint Jane Andrews Alice E. Bresnahan Keith and Katharyn Dawson Anne Flueckiger Anonymous Nancy Odden and Doug Britton Ruth Dayton Roger A. Forman Susan J. Cheney and David Arbeit Valerie Britton Laurel and Carter Delaittre Sharon K. Foss Peter and Jane Archibald Mary Britton Amy Delaney Friends of the Parks and Trails of St. Paul Christina Arndt Daniel and Patricia Brockton Jenny Delfs & Ramsey County Tom Arneson Al and Dorothy Brodie Michael Delong Frontenac State Park Association Brian Austin James Brooks Tim Wicker & Carolyn Deters John and Martha Gabbert Anne Auten Ronnie and Roger Brooks Matthew and Tamara Detert Jim Gabe Amy Avery David E. Bros Linda Dieleman Susan Terry and Barb Gacek Charles and Mary Babcock Helen Browne Michaela A. Diercks Theodore V. Galambos Eric Bakke Larry G. Buboltz Charlotte and Jeff Disch Marilyn Galazen Shari Ballard Donald N. Buck Stacy and Marc Doepner-Hove Carol and Mike Garbisch Pat and Heinrich Bantli Ronald Burley Steve Dondlinger Bruce D. Garbisch Ralph and Maureen Bartolotta Susan and Michael Burnett Joy and David Drummond Vicki Gaylord Michael L. Bartz Sally and Michael Burns Tom Duffy Bruce Gefvert Chad and Jill Bass

15 Burle and Louetta Gengenbach Pat and Roger Hoyt Lee R. Larson Dr. Christopher L. Meyer Gloria Gervais Frank Huben Jan and Jen Lasar Karen Meyer R. James Gesell Patsy and Robert Huberty Mike Lawrence Violet Meyer Amanda Giliotti David Hunter Dr. Jeanette H. Leete Tim and Mary Miley Karen Thimmesch and David Gill Joel Hurwitz Matthew R. Lehmann Theresa and Scott Miller Daren Gislason Bruce B. Husbands Robert Kolasa and Lois Lenarz Joel W. Miller Gitchi Gami Trail Association Cynthia Ihlenfeld Joseph R. Lenz Judith H. Miller Glendalough Park Partners Barbara and Kenneth Isham-Schopf James Howitt and Ann Lewandowski Laura F. Miller Lynn Glesne Gregory Janis Robert Cashman and Paulette Lewis Robert Miller James F. Glockner Brian Janssen Michael and Megan Lifto Steven Miller Melvin F. Goldenbogen Karen Jeffords-Brown Gretchen and David Lindgren Charles L. Mitchell Nancy and Dick Gongoll Bruce and Barbara Jensen John Lindholm Nan Moore Allen Gooch Lyn L. Jewell John and Mary Lindstrom William Morgan Tim and Anne Goodman Orv and Kathleen Johnson John Litch Patricia and Gerald Moriarty Jeri Goodspeed-Gross Susan and David Johnson Kris and Mark Litzow Ruth Olson and Anthony Morley David Goodwin David and Peggy Johnson Ann Longfellow William Morris Edward and Eileen Gordon Robert Julian and Linda Johnson Alonah Lorenz Terry Morrison Gail Graham David T. Johnson Rick Loseth Bruce Jacobson and Ann Morrissey Mr. and Mrs. Kirk P. Gregg Charlotte Johnson Jeanine Kelley and Michael Love Kathleen and Mark Mortenson Stacey J. Grimes Thomas Richard Johnson Eunice E. Luedtke John and Marlene Mulrooney Eric and Patti Grube Walter H. Johnson Richard and Juanita Luis William and Jan Munson Paul Swenson and Kathy Guess Karen Jones Paul Lukens Michael Nation Randy Guzman John Judd Rolf and Lisa Lund Bonnie Nelson Ms. Mary Jane Haemig Paul J. Jungquist Dennis E Lund Charles Nelson Mary and David Hagen Kathleen and Bob Kachman Peggy Lynch Diane M. Nelson Shirley Hagerty Phyllis Kahn Susan and Christopher Lyons Erik N. Nelson Robert and Diane Hagstrom James Kalb Mark N. Lystig Larry W. Nelson William Haider Steve Kaukola Kimberly and Robert Macey Donald and Susanne Nevin Albert and Janice Hammond Joe and Joanne Kellogg Chris and Mary Maier Sandra and Mark Niblick Donna Hanbery Patrick, Heidi & Maggie Kelly Charlotte Brooker and Gene Mammenga David Niemi Ian R. Harding Stephen R. Kelly Ed and Sue Marek Dick and Joan Niemiec Richard J. Harju John E. Kephart John Margraf Arlin Nikolas Will and Julie Harrington Lynette W. Kepp Carolyn Marinan Mark E. Niznik Edward Hathaway Lloyd G. Kepple Andy Mariska Sally Noll Jack and Lisa Hauser John and Lynda Kern Grant Martin and Wendi Slattengren Jim Norman Peter and Katherine Hawkins Joshua Kerr William and Candace Marx Catherine O'Dell David and Margaret Hayden Linda Kielty Jennifer Pedersen and Benjamin Harlan Cavert and Linda Odegard Paul F. Hayden Seth and Laura Kirk Marzinski Milo Oien-Rochat and Katharine Wood Gary Heaser Clark Kirkpatrick Bonnie Matter Jenneke Oosterhoff and Ron Okenfuss Keith Heaton Jeffrey Kirst Phyllis J. Matthews Eugene and Julie Ollila Dennis and Nancy Hebrink Gary Klimmek Susan Mattson David and Lisa Olson Judy and Leslie Heinen Paul Kloth Bonnie and Dale Maue Jeffrey and Susan Olson Roy and Barbara Heinrich Robert Klukas Michael McCarthy Casey Olson Stefan Helgeson John P. Knoedler Jean McCurdy Lisa and Gregory Olson Patricia Helin Wanda Koehler Amy McEvoy Rebecca F. Olson Victoria Helmuth Sridhar Koneru Richard and Joyce McFarland Vic Olson The Heltemes Family Ms. Jana Kramer Dennis and Nancy McGill Thomas and Jolene Ormand Thomas M. Henderson Lois Kreidemacher Pamela Y. McGowan Douglas and Phyllis Ostergren Joel Hendrickson Edward Burke and Naomi Kritzer William and Susan McKnight Mark L. Ostlund John and Julie Henricksson Larry and Carolyn Kuechle Kay J. Mehl Brian and Julia Palmer John and Diane Herman James Kurkowski Peter and Katie Meier Debra Palmer Ruth Hiland John Kvasnicka Dana Meier Bonnie Palmquist Mary Hill John C. LaBossiere Richard and Joan Meierotto Roger Palmquist Anne W. Hoeschen Robb and Jan Lageson Ann Meitz Craig Parsons Paul and Mary Hoff Karen Lahn Bill Meller Sally and Tom Patterson Eugene Holden Dave and Ardys Lais Todd Meltzer Jane and Brian Paulson Melissa Hood Victoria Lang Joyceann and Doug Merriman-Johnson Debbie Pearson James Luby and Emily Hoover Greg and Kirsten Langfield Jeffrey Messerich John and Linda Peck Raymond Jorgensen and Judy Hoover Mark Larson and Mary Kennedy Timothy Metcalf Matthew and Sejal Peckosh Amber Howard Carol J. Larson Daniel L. Mettner Ann Peters

16 David and JoAnne Peterson Lynda Sleeper Bill and Judy Walter Gary Alan Nelson Ronald and Nancy Peterson Nell and Chris Smith Raymond Chiu and Stephanie Wang Niagara Cave Dave and Jane Piepgras Conrad and Ann Smith Erin and Jeff Warshaw Andrew Oftedal James and Vivian Pietrick Katherine M. Smith Thomas E. Warth Peace Coffee Stephen Willett and Diane Pike Kelly Smith Suzanne Wasilczuk Quality Bicycle Products John Poate Linda E. Smith Stuart Webb Saint Paul Saints Craig Poorker Ms. Sandra L. Smith Don and Renee Weirick Sawbill Canoe Outfitters Barbara Wahman and Allen Porter Mary Tingerthal and Conrad Soderholm Mark and Joan Wendorf Dave A Simpkins Kevin Possin Hans Sohlen Charlotte Wentzell Tim Springer Vanessa Post Susan and Gary Specker Peggy Werness Judy Stern Prairie Visions Rita and Richard Spinal James P. White There And Back Books Scott and Amy Priddy William Spring Mike and Pam Wiehe Three Rivers Park District Christopher Thompson James Standefer Dr. Richard Wielkiewicz Wild Mountain John and Cheryl Purcell Franklin E. Star Frank and Frances Wilkinson The Willard Munger Inn Anne and Brian Purrington Alan Steiff Roger Williams Elizabeth and Greg Quicksell Kathryn Steinberger and Jim Young Steven Williams Paul M Rasmussen Barbara Stelmasik Shawn J. Willy A. David Redish Charlotte Stephens Mary Shedd and Steve Wilson RecognizingVolunteers those who provided their Richard Reichle Michael Turbes and Barbara Sterner Leonard G. Wilson time and talents at our events and Sara Rekow Paul E. Stole Terence Wingert non-board members who contributed Annie Riley and Roy Otto Gary A. Strandemo Susan Moore and Douglas Winn to committees. Nicholas Rogers Ann Sudoh Ken Wise Bob Bierscheid Richard Rogers Donald and Patricia Sullivan Susan T. Wolf Steve W. Cook Janice K. Root Elizabeth Super Steve and Karen Wolgamot John Drilling Katie M. Roth John and Diana Swanson Robin and Seth Wolpert Vicki Dunlop Mark Roubinek Clark Thurn and Claudia Swendseid Teresa Workman Tim Eschweiler Joanne Routzahn Anne Walter and Michael Swift Bryan L. Wyberg Tim Farrell Brynhild Rowberg Theodore and Cynthia Szczech Xcel Energy Foundation Noreen Farrell P & E Ruggiero Diana M. Tafur Jerilynn Young Anne Flueckiger Tom and Lynn Rusch Bob and Pat Tammen Richard D. Young Jeremy Folland Jeffrey Russum Mr. & Mrs. Paul A. Tarabek Jon Yurik Neil Gardner Ryan Family Carol Tauer William R. Zajicek Rudi Hargesheimer Mary L. Ryan Phillip C. Taylor Patrick Zeuli Jane Harper Jeff and Photine Saar Brian and Kathryn Tempas Jennifer and Keith Zimmerman Veronica Jaralambides Linda Sandberg David and Rebecca Ternes Sarah Ziring Carolyn Marinan Lana Schaffer Nancy Terrett Jeff Zuckerman Arol McCaslin James Schermerhorn Roger and JoAnn Thibert Erica W. Zweifel Richard Meierotto John Schlagel The Thiegs Family David Minge Peter A. Schlesinger Jim W. Thommes Brian Moody Anne and Jason Schlukebier Kent and Kathy Thompson ThoseIn Kindwho donated Donors goods or services Josephine Ann Musumeci Bruce Schmidt Thomson Reuters Arc'teryx John Oldendorf Lise L. Schmidt Steven G. Thorne Jacki Bedworth Vic Olson Elizabeth and William Schmitt Jim Thornton and Linda Canfield Betsy Bowen Studio Carol Ottoson Peter M. Schmitt Darrell Thorstenson Big River Pizza Keith Ottoson Edward and Kathleen Schoenecker Lucy Timm Kathy Bonnifield Tom Pavey Mary and David Schultz Thomas Todd Gary Bullemer Linda Picone Michael Schwab Annette Toews and Bob Hicks Day Tripper of Duluth, LLC Peggy Prowe Lawrence and Mary Schwanke Elaine and James Tohal Bryan French Emily Ralph Teresa Thews and Paul Scobie Gary L. Trummel Dave Gilsvik Dr. Maureen Reed Christina Seagren Lydija and John Tschumperlin Guthrie Theater Tom Rupp McNeil V. Seymour Twin Cities Bicycling Club Rudi Hargesheimer Michael Russell Scott A. Seys Faye Ulrich Matt Kania Anne Saevig Charles and Judith Shepard Linda Valen Lutsen Mountains Dan Schuchman Dawn M. Sheppard Mike and Diane Van Essen Lutsen Resort & Sea Villas Dave A Simpkins Jill and Steven Sicheneder Dean and Beth Van Hoever Midwest Mountaineering, Inc. Kyle Sobota Suzann Willhite and Kristin Siegesmund Mary and Jerry Vandrovec Minnesota Landscape Arboretum Matt Soucek Miriam G. Simmons Tom Marcouiller and Bobbi Voss Minneapolis Frame Shop John Tschudy Rhonda Simonson Jim Walch Minnesota Historical Society Nan Upin Barb Simonson Teresa Walker Minnesota Timberwolves & Lynx Eunice Slager and David Koller Daphne Walmer and David Herreid

17 Tributes & In memory of John D. Arenivar 2016 Pro-Bono Memorials Family of John D. Arenivar Board of Directors Law Firms & In honor of Carol Dematteis Executive Committee President Attorneys and her sister's memory in memory of the family of Julie Gugin, Recognizing law firms whose lawyers Vice President C. & K. A. Lefebvre Vonnie and Al Hanson Bob Bierscheid, offered pro-bono legal advice in 2016 Victoria M. Elmer Robert O. Erickson, Treasurer Secretary Fox Rothschild LLP In honor of Chuck Helm Dorothy Anderson, Verónica Jaralambides kenneth Rowe Sarah Swinford in memory of Vilis Kurmis Bruce Johnson Kennedy & Graven, Chartered Arnie Kurmis Ed Murphy Michael Norton In honor of Dave and Carol Ottoson Directors Maslon, LLP keith and Carol Ottoson Richard “Dick” Brainerd Andy Jacobson Friends Group Anne Flueckiger Richardson & Richardson In honor of David Lais Jane Harper Law Offices Partners Chuck Richardson Roger Strand Recognizing our Friends Group Paul Karazija Steve and Ellen Young members Kellie Lowman Emily Nesvold Association, Inc. Stacy Osmond In honor of Jacob Alexander Cedar Lake Park Association Tom Stoa Thiegs' Bar Mitzvah Cuyuna Lakes State Trail Association Corporate Sponsors Edna and Bill Pelzmann Faribault Flyers Bike & Ski Club Honorary Directors Anna Lowenthal Walsh Freeborn County Trail Association Rollis Bishop Harvey Zuckman & Phil Oxman Friends of Bertram Chain of Lakes Sen. David Durenberger Regional Park Thomas T. Dwight In honor of Martin Kellogg Friends of Casey Jones Trail Martin Kellogg Bill and Jennifer Kellogg Friends of Father Hennepin State Park David Minge Friends of Fort Ridgely Mike Prichard Friends of Itasca State Park In honor of Mikayla Peter Seed Friends of Jackson County Trails Gabrielson Minnesota Bridget Gabrielson Friends of Lake Bronson State Park TRAILS Friends of Lake Maria State Park A Parks & Trails Journal / MnTrails.com Friends of Maplewood State Park 2016 In honor of the Heine Family Friends of Mill Towns State Trail Richard Heine Staff & Friends of Nerstrand Big Woods State Consultants Park Brett Feldman in honor of Tiffany and Friends of Scandia Parks and Trails Executive Director Stephen Bismarck Friends of Lisa Filter External Relations Director Randy Miranda Friends of Whitewater State Park Becky Hampton Frontenac State Park Association Office Coordinator Gateway-Brown's Creek Trail Association In memory of Al and Ann Lenczewski Joan Schmidt Gitchi Gami Trail Association Government Relations Consultant of Lise L. Schmidt Glendalough Park Partners Lockridge Grindal Nauen Lake Louise State Park Association Ian Marsh Government Relations Consultant of In memory of Bruce Dayton MN Nordic Ski Association Lockridge Grindal Nauen North Star Ski Touring Club Fred and Eleanor Winston Andrew Oftedal Northstar Trail Travelers Research & Policy Specialist Sibley State Park Improvement Barb Simonson In memory of Isaac Young Association Accountant Consultant Dennis and Janet Daley Steve Young Land Acquisition Consultant in memory of Jim and Betts Wyman Donald and Bente Winston

We value our supporters and make significant efforts to ensure this list is accurate and in accordance with our donors' wishes. If we have omitted or incorrectly reported your gift, we apologize and hope you will contact our office so we can make the change: (651) 726-2457 or [email protected]

18 In memory of Father Mike Tegeder Minnesota parks and trails lost one of its most ardent supporters with the death of our past president, Mike Tegeder, 67, on July 9, 2016. Since his passing, we have been moved by the outpouring of support shown by those who knew him both personally and from his writings and work with this organization. The following people made gifts totaling $9,545 to Parks & Trails Council of Minnesota to honor his memory.

Joel and Teresa Anderson Judy and Leslie Heinen Harriet Richter Sally Bader-Hoagland Robert and Barbara Heiser Annie Riley and Roy Otto Barbara Bahn Patricia Helin James and Judith Ross Marilyn Barnicle Nancy Heller Joanne Routzahn Ralph and Maureen Bartolotta Judith and Samuel Herrmann Sue C. Saltarelli Paul Bauer and Patricia Cretilli Suzanne L. Holtz Mary Sarazin Heino Beckmann and Darlene Sholtis Peggy and Julian Hook William and Beth Schmidt Kathleen Bennett Paul Jaroszeski Janice Schneider Bob Bierscheid Michael and Susan Jendro Edward and Kathleen Schoenecker Heather Bjork John Judd L.J. Schommer Joan Black Eileen and Mark Kapala Mary and David Schultz Bruce Blackburn Bill and Dawn Keenan James and Ann Severson John and Janet Bohan Christine Kelly Denise and Patrick Shaughnessy Marie Boler Bonnie and Gerald Kennedy Dawn M. Sheppard Susan Bormann Judith Keough Barb Simonson Henry and Nancy Brantingham Nancy and Richard Krahulec Diane Sineps Sharon Burnham Karen Lahn Rita and Richard Spinal Margaret Casey Mark Larson and Mary Kennedy Kathleen and Randall Steen Stephen Cox Jeffrey and Paula Lavigne Kathryn Steinberger and Jim Young Kristine and C.L. Delfs Lois and Thomas Leonard and Nancy Cathy Stepanek Ronald and Judy DeVinney Krahulec Catherine M. Strub Michaela A. Diercks Ruth Loia Jay and Eileen Taylor Peggy Doerrie Carolyn Marinan Philip and Colleen Thomas Willard and Judith Dornfeld Robert and Joyce McBeath Thomas Todd Rosemary Dosch Elizabeth McEnery Mary and Jerry Vandrovec Vicki and Bruce Dunlop Julie and Joseph McGuire Herman and Sharon Viegas Dan Hollenhorst and Juliana Elchert Lisa Mills Harold and Lillian von Brockdorff Patrick and Kris Ellingsworth Patrick and Gertrude Mingo Janice M. Wahl Robert and Nancy Erickson Lynne and Robb Morin Jeanne Walstead Brett Feldman and Elizabeth Haugen Jane and Daniel Murphy Mark and Heidi Wavinak John and Sally Fesler Bob Nesheim and Marlys Johnson Marlys J Weber Louise Fester John and Yvette Oldendorf Peggy Werness Lisa Filter and Joel Martin Lisa and Gregory Olson Mary Wesenberg LeEtta and Loren Flicker Patricia K. Opstad Catherine Anne Wick Margaret Fling Jean and Tom Ott Kathleen and Jimmy Williams Marilyn Galazen John and Denise Perhay Dorothy Wrona Shawn Gilbert Ronald and Nancy Peterson Anonymous (2) Shirley Graham and William Zeigle Elizabeth Polakowski Mary Lou and Gene Gross Michael Prichard Judith and Robert Gyurci Patrick Raleigh and Family Shirley Hagerty Dana Rechtzigel Dianne C. Head Robert and Beverly Reid

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