Saturdays, you can still help. "There is plenty of stuff to do out at the park," St. Laurent said. "All they have to do is call," ask for Park Manger Tim Banks "and see what he needs help with," St. Laurent said. Lots of work has been done in the past year to get equestrian and mountain bike trails at the park. As soon as the state biologist approves the routes, volunteers will be needed to help build those trails. Earlier in 2013, the chapter purchased several large shade trees for the campgrounds, and volunteers have done other planting to help beautify the park. Plans for more planting are in the works. Volunteers get free admission for the day they are working. Of course, if you're a paying member of the Friends organization, you get free admission all year long to Chattahoochee Bend and all other Georgia State Parks and Historic Sites. An individual membership is just $50 and includes a park pass that covers a vehicle full of passengers and historic site admission for one as well as a free night of camping or free round of golf and a discount on merchandize. Higher levels of membership include more passes and more perks. If you're not into trail building and manual labor, there are still ways you can contribute to Chattahoochee Bend. The Friends organization has several committees including the Events Committee, River Committee, Fundraising Committee and Botanical Committee.
For more information on the Friends of Chattahoochee Bend State Park, visit www.bendfriend.com . Or contact the park at 770-254-7271. The park is located in northwestern Coweta along the Chattahoochee River.
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