Our members come from diverse backgrounds with differing interests, knowledge, and concerns for the park’s needs.
OUR MISSION
Friends of White Clay Creek State Park (FWCCSP) protect and preserve the park and surrounding creek valley through needs assessment, enhancement projects, public relations, and education.
If you care about our park as much as we do you’ll be in great company.
TOGETHER WE:
Build and maintain trails
Restore habitats
Build and monitor Bluebird boxes
Garden at Judge Morris Estate
Staff the Nature Center
Lead park activities (e.g., bird or wildflower walk, history talks)
Fundraise at the summer concerts
Educate at local festivals
Advocate for land preservation and conservation
Apply and advocate for grants
Connect with Legislators
SPOTLIGHT PROJECT: A NEW BRIDGE
Many thanks go out to volunteers who recently completed the new bridge which replaces the covered “zigzag” bridge at Arc Corner Road in the Preserve. The new bridge is easier to navigate for people of all mobilities.
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JOINT EFFORTS:
RESTORING BIODIVERSITY
Closely aligned with the Friends group is the Judge Morris Environmental Stewardship Team. In 2022, our members helped contribute over 3500 volunteer hours aimed at removing invasive species and introducing thousands of native plants within the Judge Morris Estate area.
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ADVOCACY UPDATE:
THE NATURE CENTER COMPLEX
Currently, the Nature Center at White Clay Creek State Park is located in the Chambers House which is approximately 200 years old. It’s busting at the seams with collections, summer programs, and other activities.
In June 2021, our legislature allocated $300,000 for the planning and design of the Nature Center Complex. Recently, our legislators’ request for an additional
$3 million in funding was included in the Governor’s recommended budget. The allocation will support the move of the Park office and the completion of “Big Pond”.
Please congratulate our local legislators and encourage them to ensure these funds remain in the final version of the Bond Bill.