Dune News - John D. MacArthur Beach State Park

Volunteerby Junko NomuraPark Services SpecialistBob Frasier (with an “s”)is sometimes mistaken for oneof our tram drivers, Bob Frazier(with a “z”). But Bob Frasier hasbeen a school tour-guide for K-2since September, 2002. He interpretsour Park’s natural habitatsto small children with a calm delivery,yet loud enough to draw theirattention. He also has a gentleA Busload of Fun!Sp OtlightBob Frasiersmile and a patient manner. Childrenseem to be put at ease when listeningto his voice.Bob and his wife, Joan, movedto Florida in 2002. Bob’s entire careerwas at Bayer Corporation, andhis last position was Vice President,responsible for North American marketingof the plastics business. Theyhave 6 grandchildren, the oldest beingonly 5 years old.Bob tells me, “I likesmall children. I want to knowwhat they are interested in.That helps me to understandour own grandchildren.” Heloves his work, the Park, andpeople as well.Thank you, Bob, for allyou do for the Park!January’srainy, coldweatherd i d n ’ tpreventtwentyfiveintrepidvolunteers from enjoyingtheir bus trip north to the SavannasPreserve State Park in JensenBeach, Fort Pierce Inlet State Park,the SEAL museum and the ManateeObservation and Education Center.It was a full day complete with aluncheon picnic, marsh views, sandhillcrane and manatee sightings, fascinatinginformation about the Navy SEALsand lots of camaraderie. The trip waspunctuated by good jokes told by theirSwedish bus driver.Long standing volunteer, MarvinGreenburg, said of the trip,“This has been a pleasant reunion—achance to reacquaintmyself with ‘old’ volunteers andmeet the new ones. We are reallylike a family. I feel good aboutMacArthur Beach and the progressit is making. I enjoy beingpart of it.”6Friends of MacArthur Beach State Park, Inc.Membership ApplicationA not-for-profit Citizens’ Support Organization❑ Benefactor... $500+ ❑ Patron... $100-$499 ❑ Family... $75 ❑ Individual...$40 ❑ Student... $20Name: ____________________________________________________________________________________Address: __________________________________________________________________________________City: _______________________________________________ State: ___________ ZIP: _________________Email: ______________________________________________ Phone: _______________________________Please send this application along with your donation to:The Friends of MacArthur Beach State Park, Inc.PO Box 32395Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33420For more information on the “Friends” please call (561) 776-7449A copy of the official registration and financial information of the “Friends” may be obtained from The Division of Consumer Services by calling 800-435-7352