I’m interested in joining/starting a Friends of the Golden Gate Park Dog Training Area group. Where do I begin?

There are a growing number of community-initiated groups that focus on their neighborhood parks and recreation centers. They are called Friends of groups, which are organizations involved in:

  • Educational and Recreational Programming
  • Lobbying for Improvements
  • Planning, Fundraising, Habitat Restoration
  • Support and Advocacy
  • Volunteer Clean-up Days
  • Volunteer Gardening

Groups

Friends of groups usually start because of a pressing need, but they often continue because the group realizes its power to effect change, catalyze community participation, and create sustainable solutions. To learn more please email Recreation and Parks Volunteer or visit the Join or Form a Friends Group page. 

Park, Recreation, and Open Space Committee (PROSAC)

In addition, PROSAC is a citizen-led group that serves as a liaison between the Recreation and Park Commission and City residents. PROSAC is an excellent resource with experience building Friends groups. For more information, please email the Recreation and Parks Department.

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1. What is the construction schedule and how long will the Dog Training Area be closed during construction?
2. Why is lighting not included in the design?
3. Is the small play area for small dogs only?
4. Why is natural turf not an option?
5. What kind of synthetic turf are you using and how will it be kept clean?
6. How many waste receptacles will there be and where will they be located?
7. How many drinking fountains will there be and where will they be located?
8. I’m interested in joining/starting a Friends of the Golden Gate Park Dog Training Area group. Where do I begin?