Friends of Wasatch Mountain State Park
Friends of Wasatch Mountain State Park is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization serving the Heber Valley and Wasatch Mountain area near Midway, Utah. The organization exists to preserve and protect the historical and ecological integrity of Wasatch Mountain State Park while promoting responsible recre...
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Friends of Wasatch Mountain State Park is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization serving the Heber Valley and Wasatch Mountain area near Midway, Utah. The organization exists to preserve and protect the historical and ecological integrity of Wasatch Mountain State Park while promoting responsible recreational opportunities for present and future generations.
FOW operates through three primary support mechanisms:
- •Funding and Grants - Direct financial support for park projects and improvements
- •Volunteer Programs - Trail building, maintenance, and park stewardship activities
- •Community Partnerships - Building connections between Park City, Midway, and Heber Valley communities
Regular membership costs $50 per year (2025) and includes:
| Benefit | Details |
|---|---|
| Annual Parking Pass | One-year Wasatch Mountain State Park vehicle pass |
| Community | Connect with other park lovers and outdoor enthusiasts |
| Trail Events | Invitations to trail building, hikes, snowshoeing |
| Social Events | FOW Picnic, Holiday Party, Hit and Giggle Fundraiser |
| Email Updates | Notifications about park and member events |
Members can pick up their annual pass at the park's Visitor Center. Additional donations provide critical funding for park enhancements and visitor experience improvements.
The organization is led by a dedicated board:
- •Laura Bohn (President) - Former healthcare executive from Johnson & Johnson with 12 years business consulting experience and prior non-profit board service
- •June Roscoe (Vice President) - Brings business, office management, and event coordination expertise
- •Rod Freudenberg (Technology & Processes Director) - Industrial/organizational psychologist who manages the website and membership systems
- •Jonathan Hunt (Park Manager) - 15-year Utah State Parks veteran managing day-to-day park operations
- •Kathy Donnell (Park Ranger/Naturalist) - 25-year Utah State Parks professional overseeing interpretive programs and trail management
- •Mia Yue (Wasatch Trails Foundation Liaison) - Outdoor industry veteran connecting trail development initiatives
The organization is actively recruiting for several board positions: Marketing and Communications Director, Secretary/Administrator, Event and Activities Coordinator, Legal Advisor, and Accounting/Financial Advisor. Interested candidates should email [email protected]
FOW collaborates with key Heber Valley organizations including Wasatch Trails Foundation, Wasatch Community Foundation, Heber Valley Chamber of Commerce, Midway City government, and local businesses like Midway Mercantile Restaurant.
The organization sponsors two categories of events:
1. Friends Events - Member-exclusive and fundraising events open to the public 2. Park Events - Wasatch Mountain State Park staff events with volunteer opportunities
Recent activities include the Hit 'N' Giggle fundraiser and 3D archery target installations. An online calendar tracks both upcoming Friends and Park events.
Serving Heber Valley, Midway, Park City, and surrounding Wasatch Mountain communities in Utah. The park spans over 22,000 acres and provides hiking, skiing, golfing, camping, and picnicking opportunities year-round.