The Friends of the Emerald Coast State Parks are a group of like minded individuals – who like you have a love of our State parks and a desire to support their recreational, environmental and economic value to the community.
Members of the Friends avidly promote the mission of the Florida Park Service intent on preserving and protecting our parks’ natural, cultural resources and we strive to enhance recreational opportunities for area visitors and residents.
The Friends of Emerald Coast State Parks is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization that works on behalf of Fred Gannon Rocky Bayou & Henderson Beach State Park, whose goal is to improve and enhance the guests experience through services, improved facilities and interpretive programs. Funds generated through donations, membership dues, and services offered at the park go directly to support both parks. These funds are used to make improvements and repairs such as building projects, educational programs, equipment purchases, and interpretive displays to create an amazing experience for residents and visitors at both parks. Thank you for your interest in becoming a member of our growing organization.
BENEFITS OF JOINING THE FRIENDS
When you become a member of Friends of Emerald Coast State Parks, you are joining a tax-exempt organization. In addition, there are many benefits at all levels of memberships.
CSO BOARD MEMBERS 2022
EXECUTIVE BOARD
President Sue Kneller
Vice President Gary Wood
Treasurer David Hakanson
Secretary Donna Stiles
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Gail Baker
Dick Hoey
Kathy Murrow
Richard Wood
Laura Davison
Lee Hakanson
Employees of the Friends
Operations and Special Events Manager Anne Marie Diaz
Membership & Marketing Coordinator Veronica Deveau
Events Coordinator Angela Schmitt
Accountant Carr, Riggs and Ingram Accounting
STATE PARK TEAM
Park Manager for Henderson Beach State Park and Rocky Bayou State Park – Brian Addison
Assistant Park Manager for Henderson Beach State Park – Lynda Smith
Assistant Park Manager for Rocky Bayou State Park – Geoff Davidson
Park Service Specialist for Henderson Beach State Park – Kali Hiemier
Park Service Specialist for Rocky Bayou State Park – Shane Williams