Staff and Contractors

Jessa Tripalin, Executive Director

Jessa joined the Friends as its first Executive Director in 2024. With a background in volunteer management, customer and community connections, education, and land restoration and management, she brings a wealth of skills, experiences, and enthusiasm to organizing and leading the Friends. Her work with the organization takes her behind the scenes, on the trails, in the Visitor Center, and around town. Say hi if you see her! Contact Jessa.

Seth Taft, Social Media Contractor

In one of his many roles in Baraboo, Seth maintains the social media accounts for the Friends. His passion for photography, history, archaeology, and Devil’s Lake shows through in this work for the organization. His “On the Trail” reports through Instagram provide important up-to-date trail conditions. If you see Seth around Devil’s Lake, strike a pose and share your favorite spots! We love to hear and feature the stories of park visitors and Friends members.