Starved Rock Foundation

The Starved Rock Foundation is a non-profit partner for Starved Rock State Park. The Starved Rock Foundation through generous donations from people like you helps further funding for park programs, events, and interpretive materials such as exhibits, maps, and signage found throughout the park. To date, the Foundation has donated over in programs and equipment to the Park. The Starved Rock Foundation is a friends group that supports the state park through educational programs, supplies, exhibit updates, leading hikes, trail walkers, front desk support, bookstore, and other labors of love. It is a volunteer-run organization. The Foundation and the staff at the park work hand-in-hand to provide a positive park experience. Without them, the Visitor’s Center, guided hikes, and programs could not happen. You can be part of this team! Part of the Starved Rock Foundation is the presence of the Le Rocher Bookstore located within the visitor center. All profits and proceeds stay within the park. What you will find at the bookstore and gift shop: Nature books for all age levels Books on local history and geology Relevant research books Postcards, note cards, and local photos Starved Rock magnets, stickers, patches, and walking stick medallions Unique and locally made hiking sticks Posters and puzzles Games, coloring books, and activity books High-quality Vortex binoculars (8.5×32 Raptor, 8×42 Diamondback, and children’s 8×21 ThinkPeak) Bird clocks Various topographic maps Aluminum sipper straw water bottles and photo mugs Autographed books by local authors A “Deals” table with a large assortment of books at 50-80% off of list price