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Winter Trips & Tips
A good snowfall brings a bevy of fun winter activities. Whether you’re ready for
Recreate Responsibly in Winter at Washington State Parks
Recreate Responsibly in Washington State Parks As you plan to head to State Parks
2020 Completed Park Improvement Projects
We completed an amazing 16 park improvement projects in 2020 so that parks and
Sundae Sermon continues with Refuge Day: Winter Edition
Join in a celebration of Black Folks Sunday family gatherings have been a staple
Join us Oct. 30 for Camp-In Spooktactular: Night of the Haunted Tent
The Washington State Parks Foundation invites families to join in on some spooky, virtual
Chef Corso’s Camp-In Recipe
Chef Corso of MONTyBOCA loves the outdoors and great food. Don’t let colder or
Spooktacular Magic: “saw a monster in half”
Magician Louie Foxx will share a special trick that you can learn. Start by
Camp-In Spooktacular Presenters
The Great Washington Camp-In Spooktacular on Friday, October 30 at 6:30pm celebrates the holiday
Keep on Campin’!
Don’t put your tent away just yet… Washington State Parks has announced a one-time extension
Camp-In Community
The Great Washington Camp-In was born in April 2020 during the pandemic lockdown so
Sundae Sermon September Highlights
Join in a celebration of Black Folks Sunday family gatherings have been a staple
2020 Park Improvement Project for Sun Lakes Dry Falls
Park Improvement Project Funding Provides Opportunities to Stay Hydrated and Protect the Environment Visit
2020 Park Improvement Project for Olmstead State Park
Kittatas Valley History Comes to Life Visit the Park Virtual Tour From one historical
2020 Park Improvement Project for Fields Spring State Park
Connect With the Natural Landscape at Fields Spring State Park Visit the Park Virtual
2020 Park Improvement Project for South Whidbey State Park
Discovery Trail Repairs at South Whidbey State Park Visit the Park Virtual Tour Off
2020 Park Improvement Project for Fort Ebey State Park
Rest Easy on New Tent Pads at Fort Ebey State Park Visit the Park
2020 Park Improvement Project for Riverside State Park
New Trail Markers Guide the Way in Little Spokane River Natural Area Visit the
2020 Park Improvement Project for Ginkgo Petrified Forest
Park Improvement Project Grant Helps Breathe New Life Into Ginkgo Petrified Forest State Park
Recreate Responsibly in Washington State Parks
Recreate Responsibly in Washington State Parks As you plan to head to State Parks,
2020 Park Improvement Project for Palouse Falls State Park
Engaging with Nature Through STEM Programs at Palouse State Park Visit the Park Palouse
Orca Resources from Killer Whale Tales
Thank you for participating in the Great Washington Camp-In! We hope you enjoyed the
Sing-along May 1st Great Washington Camp-In
Join Musician Johnny Bregar in a camp-in sign-along on May 1st. Johnny has provided
May 1 Great WA Camp-In Presenters
The Great Washington Camp-In aims to bring the spirit of Washington state parks to
Great WA Camp-In on April 17 at 6:30PM
The Washington State Parks Foundation invites all Washingtonians experiencing cabin fever to attend the Great Washington Camp-In at 6:30pm Friday, April 17, streaming live on YouTube.
Great WA Camp-In Presenters
Great WA Camp-In Performers The Great Washington Camp-In aims to bring the spirit of
Kathy Casey’s S’mores Recipes
S’mores S’mores have to be the most the beloved campfire treat. Do you like
Park Improvement Project: Lime Kiln Point
See before & after photos of Lime Kiln Point State Park.
Leap Day 2020: use your bonus day at a state park
Hooray its a Leap Year! What’s the best thing to do with your once
Dog hikes
Join Washington State Parks Foundation for dog-friendly hikes. You’ll enjoy a nature hike co-led
Forest Hikes
Head to the Skagit River to experience a classic western Washington river and forests. Rasar
Make the best of winter – Snowshoe Hikes
Get your snowshoes and head to state parks. This month Lake Easton and Lake
Donor Support Makes Check Out Washington Program a Success
Because of our donor’s generosity, we were able to launch of the Check Out
Parks Improvement Projects Updates for 2019
Through the generosity of our donors, Washington State Parks Foundation provided awards to all state parks
Mount St Helens Visitor Center Hosts Summer Naturalist
Because of our donor’s support, as well as funding from the National Association of
Fort Worden’s Trails Restored!
Because of generous donors, Ft. Worden’s trails are so much better! Gifts to Washington State Parks
Arts in the Parks 2019
Because of donor support, this summer featured more amazing events than ever! Our wonderful
Journey to the Parks Virtual Field Trips
We are proud to highlight our successful Journey to the Parks program. At a cost of $1.92 per student we provided over 15,600 school kids with education programs and virtual field trips to state parks where they learned from experts in orca behavior and marine ecology.
Explore interactive data
Advocacy: How does Washington State Parks compare with other state parks systems? We have
Herstory: Esther Stark Maltby
In honor of Women’s History Month, each week in March we are celebrating the roles of women in protecting, restoring and donating Washington State parklands and historic sites that they donated for future generations – places for you and me.