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Check Out Washington Adventure Packs program expands in 2023 to more libraries! This summer, Washington State Parks Foundation, in partnership with WSECU, State Parks and State Libraries is expanding the popular Check Out Washington Adventure Pack program. Library patrons in Bellingham, Ellensburg, Fort Vancouver region and Whatcom County will now …
Capture the Magic of Your First State Park Adventure! Calling all nature enthusiasts and adventurers! We are thrilled to announce the launch of our exciting summer contest – the State Park First-Time Adventure Photo and Story Contest! We invite you to share your captivating first-time state park experiences through photos …
Supporting Signage and Mapping at Seaquest State Park Visit the Park Virtual Tour Seaquest State Park has received a grant to replace a memorial panel dedicated to those who lost their lives during the Mount St. Helens eruption. Visit the Park Virtual Tour
Supporting Facility Improvement at Lewis and Clark Trail State Park Visit the Park Virtual Tour The beautiful Lewis & Clark Trail State Park has been awarded a grant for its efforts in refurbishing its historic building used for day events. Users of the building will no longer have to clean …
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Supporting Facility Improvement at Deception Pass Visit the Park Virtual Tour Deception Pass State Park has received a grant dedicated to revitalizing its amphitheater for the park’s 100th anniversary. As part of this project, benches have been installed for visitors to enjoy the programs and performances. Visit the Park …
The Amazing Olmstead-Smith Historical Gardeners The year 2023 represents 30 years since the founding of the Olmstead-Smith Historical Gardeners volunteer group in 1993. We’re lucky to have founding gardener Dorothy Stanely share some information about the history of the park, the gardener’s group, and the beautiful garden at Olmstead Place …
Supporting Facility Improvement at Fort Flagler State Park Visit the Park Virtual Tour Fort Flagler State Park has received a grant to install new benches to replace the 11 existing ones on the trail. These new benches will be durable and weather resistant in contrast with the decaying benches in …
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Check Out Washington this summer with an Adventure Pack! Washington State Parks Foundation, in partnership with WSECU, State Parks and State Libraries has launched the Check Out Washington Adventure Pack Program that allows local library card holders to check out Adventure Packs, including special Discover Passes, for a week at a …
We completed 16 park improvement projects to restore and improve parks, campsites, interpretive centers and trails for your visits this summer. These projects were completed in 2021 and funded by the gifts to the Foundation from donors – people like you – who love parks and want to make parks …
