The Friends of Raystown Lake primary focus is the responsible  stewardship of the natural and recreational resources of Raystown Lake.  They are actively involved in environmental education, resource  protection and enhancement, and recreational improvement. The Friends of  Raystown Lake is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Beginning in 1988  as the Raystown Lake Clean-Up Committee; it incorporated as The Friends  of Raystown Lake organization in 1996.

We invite you to learn  more about the Friends of Raystown Lake and ask you to consider joining  our group. Membership funds are utilized by the group to further our  main mission of benefitting the stewardship and resources of Raystown  Lake Project. Volunteer commitments by members are always appreciated  for the many projects and activities that the Friends of Raystown Lake  supports. Membership dues start at $10 per year.

Open membership  meetings are held on the second Thursday of each month at 7  p.m. at the Raystown Lake Visitor Center in Seven Points- Address: 6993 Seven Points Road, Hesston PA 16647. (Temporary location).

What do the Friends of Raystown Lake do?

*Hold an annual Raystown Lake cleanup event

*Operate Putt's Camp in partnership with Boy Scout Troop 471, Saxton, Pa.

*Coordinate & sponsor the Raystown Conservation Education Partnership (RayCEP) program

*Place navigation lights for the safety and convenience of all boaters at Raystown Lake 

*Have oversight regarding the Allegrippis Trails at Raystown Lake 

*Participate in the USACE fish structure days that provides suitable habitat for multiple species of fish

*Volunteer assistance in support of other community events occurring at Raystown Lake Project