Over the past weekend, volunteers helped spruce up Sloppy Floyd State Park in Summerville. The Friends of Sloppy Floyd State Park, who actively make improvements to the local state park, were joined by Berry College Student volunteers in replacing mulch in the children’s playground area at the park. Even campers who were visiting the park joined in on the project to get the park ready for Spring. The local chapter of Friends of Georgia State Parks works tirelessly throughout the year to make Sloppy Floyd State Park an inviting place for visitors and local residents alike.

The Friends of Sloppy Floyd State Park are a local chapter of the Friends of Georgia State Parks, an organization committed to serving, supporting, and celebrating the state’s natural and historical treasures. Their mission is to raise awareness of the economic and intrinsic values of these sites, working with state and community leaders to ensure their protection, maintenance, and preservation for future generations.

Statewide, the Friends of Georgia State Parks boasts over 50 local chapters that tirelessly support individual projects and programs. Last year alone, volunteers contributed over 75,000 hours, representing an in-kind value of over $1.5 million. In addition to their invaluable time, these chapters also raise funds to support local initiatives that contribute to making Georgia’s state parks and historic sites among the best in the nation.

This weekend’s efforts at Sloppy Floyd State Park are a testament to the dedication and hard work of the Friends of Georgia State Parks and the positive impact they have on preserving and enhancing Georgia’s natural beauty for all to enjoy.