Myakka River
State Park

Friends of Myakka River

The Friends of Myakka River is a non-profit group established to protect, preserve and support Myakka River State Park and the "Wild and Scenic Myakka River."

The "Friends" is also dedicated to environmental education, especially helping Floridians and Florida visitors appreciate the unique beauty and needs of one of Florida's most significant natural resources: The Myakka Island.

Through care and diligence our descendants will enjoy the land in its natural state, a piece of the REAL FLORIDA.

Why Join the Friends of Myakka?

Friends of Myakka River is classified as a "not-a-private" foundation under section 509(a). All donations are tax-deductible to the fullest extent of the law under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code.

Be a Friend and:

• Receive newsletters and e-mails keeping you informed about the latest park news.
• Pay no entry fee the last Saturday of every month (Friends Appreciation Day).
• Attend CSO outings and special events.
• Expand your outdoor skills & interests.
• Make new friends and professional contacts.
• Share in the satisfaction of helping to preserve a significant part of the Real Florida for all time.

You can join online by using the submission form at the top-right side of this page, or if you prefer to pay by check, simply mail it to the following address:

Friends of the Myakka River, Inc.,
1930 Clematis St.,
Sarasota, Fl. 34239

Membership fees:

• Student: $5
• Individual: $25
• Family: $35
• Corporate: $100
• Lifetime: $350