Your support means everything.

From the gloves on our hands, the gas in our truck, the ink in our printer, and the spring in our step, none of this is possible without your financial contributions.

We love seeing visitors enjoy the beautiful scenic and recreational resources that Black Rock-High Rock has to offer,  but increased visitation is impacting this historical and ecological landscape. The Black Rock Desert and surrounding region need your support more than ever. Your support helps us provide outreach, visitor services, and various conservation and educational programs throughout the year.

Gifts of $45 or more annually receive these benefits:

  • Gerlach Visitor Center perks such as in-store discounts, free wi-fi, and access to our outdoor shower.

  • Invites for special supporter events and priority notice for programs such as Wild & Scenic Film Festival

  • The satisfaction of knowing you really are making a difference.

Friends of Black Rock-High Rock, Inc. is tax-exempt under Section 501(C)(3) of the IRS code. The organization’s tax ID# is 88-0437464.

2023’s Accomplishments:

  • Conservation

    More than 80 Volunteers providing nearly 400 volunteer hours to help improve and steward our public lands and wilderness areas.

  • Community Events

    Throughout the course of the 2023 season, Friends of Black Rock-High Rock hosted four overnight community campouts centered around education, conservation, and recreation.

  • Environmental Advocacy

    Black Rock Country faces several threats to its well-being…

    Our annual Wild and Scenic Film Festival helps promote awareness surrounding some of our regions most important ecological and environmental issues.

  • Rural Revitalization

    Friends of Black Rock serve not only the National Conservation Area, but surrounding communities as well. Ongoing efforts include: providing local jobs related to education and conservation, increased visitation helping to stimulate local economies, and grant-funded projects aimed at addressing community-based needs.