Our Mission Statement:
“We enrich the historical, natural, and recreational experiences at Haven Hill and Highland State Recreation Area”
Headquartered in Highland Township, Michigan, the Friends of Highland Recreation Area is a nonprofit 501c3 organization comprised of Michigan residents, private businesses, local user groups, and various resource organizations, working to combine the existing activities and amenities of Highland State Recreation Area, with the unique historical and cultural background of Edsel and Eleanor Ford's former Haven Hill estate.
FOHRA and the 2023-2027 MDNR Strategic Plan
The Friends of Highland Recreation Area have supported the MDNR Strategic Plans since its’ inception in 2008. FOHRA’s support includes, but is not limited to, the following goals stated in the 2023-2027 Strategic Plan:
Goal 1: Preserve, protect, maintain, and restore Michigan’s natural and cultural resources on PRD-administered lands.
1.1. Identify and prioritize high-value, sustainable outcomes for critical natural, cultural and historic resources.
1.2. Implement protection, preservation, maintenance, and restoration to achieve natural and cultural resources conservation objectives.
1.6. Use agency and stakeholder partnerships to assist with implementing PRD’s objectives.
Goal 2: Foster appreciation for natural and cultural resources by providing inclusive and diverse recreation and education experiences.
2.1 Continue to provide and seek to improve quality visitor experiences so all feel welcome and safe from the very first visit.
2.3 Inspire an appreciation of “place” for our visitors.
Goal 3: Sustainably fund PRD programs, operations, and facilities.
3.1. Evaluate existing and potential revenue sources to fund program needs.
3.2. Invest in capital projects to reduce the backlog of infrastructure in need of replacement or major repair.
3.3. Focus infrastructure development to maximize efficiencies and minimize environmental impact.
Goal 4: Foster efficient business practices that support division priorities, staff retention and recruitment.
4.4. Continue to grow new and expand existing partnerships.
4.7. Use existing PRD and relevant DNR plans to inform decisions and programs.
Goal 5: Integrate environmentally sustainable practices into PRD culture.
5.1. Recognize and plan for potential impacts of climate change at PRD-managed facilities in accordance with DNR climate adaptation and mitigation policy.
5.3. Educate and encourage PRD staff and visitors to participate in sustainable practices.
5.4. Pilot new sustainability initiatives at PRD facilities to keep up with emerging technologies, using metrics and data to determine agency value and broader use.
