• Online Toolkit for State Park Friends Groups The DNR has created an online toolkit for individuals or groups wishing to start a State Parks friends group.

• Order to Regulate Use of State Forest Campgrounds  The intent of this order is to amend definitions in Land Use Order 1.2 to reflect current statute and rules, define recreation areas to include state forest campgrounds and non-motorized pathways, and amend Land Use Orders 2.103, 4.1 and 4.2 to require a Recreation Passport for entry to those facilities.

• The Secret is Out ... Michigan State Parks are Pure Gold! In November, Michigan State Parks and Recreation Areas received the 2011 Gold Medal Award from the National Recreation and Park Association.