The Friends of Raystown Lake primary focus is the responsible stewardship of the natural and recreational resources of Raystown Lake. They are actively involved in environmental education, resource protection and enhancement, and recreational improvement. The Friends of Raystown Lake is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Beginning in 1988 as the Raystown Lake Clean-Up Committee; it incorporated as The Friends of Raystown Lake organization in 1996.
We invite you to learn more about the Friends of Raystown Lake and ask you to consider joining our group. Membership funds are utilized by the group to further our main mission of benefitting the stewardship and resources of Raystown Lake Project. Volunteer commitments by members are always appreciated for the many projects and activities that the Friends of Raystown Lake supports. Membership dues start at $10 per year.
Open membership meetings are held on the second Thursday of each month at 7 p.m. at Hoss's Steak and Sea House in Huntingdon, PA.
Address- 9016 William Penn Hwy, Huntingdon, PA 16652.
What do the Friends of Raystown Lake do?
*Manage and maintain the Allegrippis Trails at Raystown Lake
*Hold an annual Raystown Lake cleanup event in the spring
*Operate Putt's Camp in Saxton, PA
*Coordinate & sponsor the Raystown Conservation Education Partnership (RayCEP) program
*Maintain navigation lights for the safety and convenience of all boaters at Raystown Lake
*Participate in fish structure building opportunities that provide suitable fish habitat and enhancing fishing opportunities at Raystown Lake
*Provide volunteer assistance in support of other community events occurring at Raystown Lake Project
RayCEP Interns Grace and Kendra providing programming during "Pollinator Week" at the Raystown Lake Visitor Center.
USACE Park Ranger Alicia Palmer & former FRL President Ron Rabena leading cleanup day activities at Tatman Run Recreation Area.