Help Save the Grist Mill
Help the Friends of Connetquot Today
The Friends of Connetquot is presently working with the State of
New York to restore the grist mill, which is a landmark of the
Preserve and a registered National Historic structure. It is the
only surviving "tub wheel" mill on the east coast. With your
support we
can make this structure a working mill and preserve it for generations
to come. Plans have been prepared and work has started but we need money
to complete the mill restoration and to continue funding improvements to
maintain and enhance the Park.
The Friends have already undertaken other projects large and small,
including the fire suppression for the main building; restoration of the
kitchen; installation of interpretive signs, a trail marker and new
bridges; and purchasing grooming equipment for the trails. Additionally,
the Friends have also hired a firm to study the feasibility of
converting the ice house into a library, research area, and historic
document storage facility in the near future.
We appeal to all lovers of the outdoors: equestrians, fishermen,
hikers, bird watchers and families who can appreciate the value of
having such a pristine oasis in our midst. All who visit Connetquot
State Park Preserve readily acknowledge it is a treasure worthy of
everyone’s support. The Friends of Connetquot is a 501c charity and can
receive tax deductible contributions from individuals and corporations.
There are many ways you can help: Send a contribution, upgrade or
renew your membership, attend the Friends functions,
buy some of our logo
shirts or bags.
Send contributions to: Friends of Connetquot, P.O. Box 472,
Oakdale, NY 11769
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