All About Friends
In the late 1970's and early 1980's, a small group of people became
very involved with Oxbow Park. These folks shared a common love of
the outdoors and nature, and took advantage of all that this
relatively new county park had to offer. Almost immediately, these
pioneers had a vision for how they could influence, support and
provide services for the park.
In 1982, after many long meetings and discussions, they founded the
organization known today as the "Friends of Oxbow”. One of their
first tasks was to incorporate Friends as a nonprofit organization
with the state, create articles of incorporation (later becoming our
by-laws), and conduct monthly meetings. Early in the development of
Friends these founders put in place a board of directors, Friends
strategy, and membership. Over the years these key elements have
raised monies, provided volunteers, and implemented the Friends
mission.
Founders and First Board of Directors: Tim Fisk, Pauline Pool,
Carmen Nomann, Rita Bee, Steve Richardson, Howard Lower