Working with Oracle State Park to conserve nature, preserve legacy, educate and engage
Become A Friend!
Friends of Oracle State Park Membership Drive 10/1/24- 12/31/24
100% of our members’ dues and donations go to Oracle State Park and have provided financial resources to recently fund:
Construction of the new Wildlife Blind on the Nature Trail
Development of the Geology Trail including improvements, signage, and accessories for the tours such as backpacks and binoculars.
Accessories and equipment for Environmental Education
Lighting for the Rock Collection Exhibit in the Kannally Ranch House
Musicians for events such as International Dark Sky Star Parties and Music on the Trail
Annual Volunteer Recognition Lunches
Kannally Ranch House furniture, Holiday decorations, S’mores at the Campfire Outing, the Park’s incidental expenses.
As a Member you will be invited to attend special Friends Events such as the Birds and Breakfast Event on October 12th listed below.
Join us in supporting this wonderful and unique park!
Birds and Breakfast Members’ Event
Saturday, October 12th
7:30 - 8:30 AM ~ Hike
8:30 - 9:30 AM ~ Breakfast
The mornings at the park are beautiful and perfect for an easy bird hike. So bring a friend and join Maribeth Greenslade and David Singleton on an early fall hike and afterward relax on the Ranch House patio with its amazing views for a light breakfast and socializing with new and old friends.
If you’d like to attend, please RSVP by October 9th and let us know how many are coming. If you’re not a member, please join us!
Enjoy Episode 1 of Our Brand New Geology Series!
Resident geologist Tom Buckley sheds a fascinating light on Oracle State Park’s 300-million-year-old Sea Lilies, in this 3-minute video.
Every dollar given ensures that Oracle State Park thrives…
When you give to the Friends, your entire contribution goes to supporting Oracle State Park’s programs, wilderness preservation, historic restoration, and visitor enhancements.
Join Us!
Whether you enjoy gardening, trail maintenance, helping out at cultural and family events, lending a hand or lending expertise—FOSP offers plenty of opportunities for members and volunteers to participate.
Our Mission
The Friends of Oracle State Park is a 501(c)3 nonprofit, founded in 1997, in order to assist Oracle State Park in conserving its park lands and trails; promoting environmental learning and stewardship; and preserving the historic Kannally Ranch House and grounds.
Find out more about us and how you, too, can participate!
“With 4,000 acres of desert wilderness and one of Arizona’s true architectural gems, Oracle State Park is well worth preserving.”
— Deb Gaines, FOSP Board President