Friends of Ohiopyle (FOO) was formed in November of 2005. This formation was to provide the already extremely active volunteers of Ohiopyle State Park in Fayette County additional facets through which to contribute to the conservation and preservations of the lands and waters of the Commonwealth within the park. FOO was formed as a chapter of the Pennsylvania Parks and Forest Foundation (PPFF). PPFF is a private, non-profit organization that works to develop resources which complement the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) in the areas of State Parks and Forests through the actions of people and assets