Friends of Warriors’ Path State Park, a group of concerned citizens, decided to help the Park by establishing a non-profit organization to improve, protect, and preserve Warriors’ Path State Park through user ideas, funding, and volunteer labor. It is important to note that any money you give to Friends goes directly to benefit Warriors’ Path State Park.
Park facilities such as the golf course, campsites, and rentals do generate revenue; however this money goes into the state’s overall budget for all TN State Parks. Monies returned to the Warriors’ Path budget are not adequate to meet current or future needs for maintenance and improvements. And that is where Friends comes in – to provide to the Park for things beyond just the operating budget.
Big news from our beloved Warriors’ Path State Park! We’re honored to be featured in The Tennessee Magazine’s recent article “Parks for Everyone” by Trish Milburn, spotlighting how our Park is expanding access — from ATV wheelchairs to accessible fishing piers and play areas.
On Saturday, November 8, Jennifer Salyer of Barge Design Solutions Inc. presented Friends of Warriors’ Path State Park a $10,000 grant check. This award from Barge Community Fund is to be used for Darrell’s Dream Boundless Playground. Mary Steadman, Boundless Playground Chair, applied for a $5,000 grant with Barge, and Barge liked the project so much they decided to double the grant!
Friends of Warriors’ appreciates the great support from Barge Design Solutions, Inc., not only with this grant and working at the Fall Day of Caring but also for supporting our October 2025 annual golf tournament.
Fun fact – Jennifer was the design/landscape architect who originally worked on the Boundless Playground 2005-2007.
Pictured above: Representative John Crawford; Jennifer Salyer, Barge Design; Mary Steadman, Boundless Playground Chair; Reba Barber, Friends of Warriors’ Board Chair.
We had approximately 125 volunteers show up to help clean the Boundless Playground on Saturday, November 8. There was a big storm the night before, and it left a lot of extra work to be done! Everyone did an amazing job! Below are links to pictures taken and WJHL report. https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1sIctK3DvWmlrDHDwjx63ZVfVwkN0yn0t?usp=share_link
What a great Halloween event at Warriors’ Path campground Friday, Oct 24! The trick or treaters and the campers all seemed to enjoy the fun! Thanks to Sonic for providing and preparing free hot dogs and to the Park for providing treat bags and free drinks. See more pics!
The 3rd Annual Friends of Warriors’ Path State Park Golf Classic, motored by Champion Chevrolet, was a HUGE success! A big THANK YOU to our major partners, hole sponsors, Trailblazer teams, prize contributors, and every golfer who made it possible.
Check out the results and pictures with this link!
Did you sign up for the putting contest when you registered your team? If not, be sure to do that at the registration check in table the morning of the tournament to possibly win $1,000!
A bear was recently spotted at Warriors’ Path State Park! While it’s exciting to see wildlife, remember to stay safe with these Bear Aware Tips: keep your distance, never approach cubs, and don’t run. Let’s protect both visitors and wildlife by staying mindful on the trails!