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Last minute tips for summer camping
Do you have summer camping plans? State Parks could close if lawmakers don’t reach a budget by July 1.
Your Guide To Winter Escapes at Washington State Parks
There’s no need to wait until spring or summer to enjoy your Washington State Parks. Washington winters present cool, peaceful, and exciting opportunities to get outside.
It’s November – let’s opt outside to State Parks & prepare for winter trips
It’s hard to believe that Thanksgiving is coming up soon. We are so thankful to live in a place with 125 state parks and where so many people love these parks and are committed to supporting these special places for everyone to enjoy.
Razor clamming is fun for everyone
Recreational razor clamming is one of the most popular licensed outdoor recreational activities in Washington State and enjoys a long season from Fall to Spring.
Fall Fun Times at State Parks
Autumn is a wonderful season to fall in love with Washington State Parks. There are so many great things to see and do – without the summer crowds!
Local Conservationist Hikes the Green River Gorge from Kanaskat-Palmer to Flaming Geyser State Park
A long time advocate for Green River Gorge conservation, Lisa Parsons, recently reached her goal of hiking the entire Green River Gorge from Kanaskat-Palmer State Park to Flaming Geyser State Park.
Families can Unplug and Play Outside at Cama Beach State Park
Hear from a young Seattle mother of three, Carrie Yuan, as she shares charming stories, heartwarming photos and a lovely video of her first family trip to this enchanting park.
Pacific Northwest Lighthouse Adventures with WSPF Photographer, AJ Barse
Hear from an award-winning Pacific Northwest photographer and friend of Washington State Parks Foundation, AJ Barse, as he describes four of his favorite lighthouses that can be enjoyed at or near Washington State Parks.
Five Life-changing Native Plants & Trees at Washington State Parks
Visitors to Washington State Parks can enjoy snacking on sweet wild berries along a trail, standing in-awe of a giant evergreen and encountering flowers only found in the wild.
Boeing Grant to WSPF Funds Bridge Construction at Willapa Hills Trail
Following the hurricane-force storm in December 2007 in Lewis County, Washington State Parks Foundation (WSPF) applied for and received a generous $100,000 grant from The Boeing Company to assist in repairing damaged segments of the Willapa Hills Trail.
Celebrate Willapa Hills State Park Trail Bridge Completions
Long-distance trails are important contributors to vibrant tourism, economic vitality, healthy outdoor recreation, and educational opportunities in Washington.
Returning Orca Swim to Classrooms across the Nation
Over 3,000 students in grades 2-7 joined Washington State Parks Foundation (WSPF) and Killer Whale Tales at Lime Kiln Point State Park on May 23-25 for Journey to the Parks: Songs of the Salish Sea
WSPF Awards Grants to Improve Eleven Parks
Park Improvement Grants are one way we are making a big difference at your state parks. From improved trails, to interpretive programs, to historic restoration, facilities repairs, and more; WSPF has announced in grants funding to support park improvements at eleven state parks.
Rare Jackalope Sighting at Riverside State Park
The jackalope is extremely rare and unfortunately rumored to be extinct. In scarce and special occurrences, visitors to Washington State Parks have reported witnessing herds of jackalope grazing and hopping through the eastern side of the state.
Catching Winter by the Trail
Spring is almost here, but when conditions are right you can enjoy the last taste of winter in Sno-Parks throughout Washington.
Razor Clam Digging Tides and Tips
Shoulder deep in a hole in the sand, waves crashing overhead and a hand on the prize – a delicious buttery razor clam.
Enhancing, protecting and advocating for Washington’s beautiful state parks
With over 124 park properties across the state, over 500 miles of hiking trails, vast stretches of coastline, mountain peaks, vibrant fields of wildflowers and over 700 historic structures, WSPF is the only state-wide organization committed to enhancing, protecting and advocating for Washington’s beautiful state parks.
Island camping by kayak
Imagine clear blue skies, salty sea air in your face, and breathtaking views of Puget Sound via an early autumn kayaking adventure trip up to peaceful and remote San Juan Islands state parks.
Coastal defense history at Manchester State Park
Manchester is one of seven Washington state parks that tell part of the fascinating story of coastal defense preparations in the 20th century. These state parks are: Manchester; Fort Columbia; Cape Disappointment (formerly known as Fort Canby); Fort Ebey (developed later for WWII); and the three sites that make up the “Triangle of Fire”: Fort Worden, Fort Flagler and Fort Casey.
Picnic perfection at Obstruction Pass
What memories have you built around the picnic table at your favorite state parks? Picnic tables are a place for family meals, card games, sharing stories, studying maps, resting after a full day of exploring, and more.
Hope Island story highlights Foundation
IN THE NEWS: A mid-September article on ThurstonTalk.com features Hope Island State Park and includes references to, links to and quotes from the Washington State Parks Foundation.
Kopachuck’s new trail guide
Can you identify the Pacific Tree Frog? Western Honey Bee? Salal? Sword Fern? Big Leaf Maple?
A fix for Fort Flagler State Park
This past May, more than 300 people contributed to the Washington State Parks Foundation during the GiveBig 2015 fundraising event.
WSPF and Friends Groups Thank Governor Inslee
This week, we teamed up with 14 Friends Groups to thank Governor Inslee for his support of state parks in his proposed 2015-17 budget.
Opinion Piece in the Seattle Times
John Floberg, Washington State Parks Foundation’s Executive Director, co-authored an opinion piece in The Seattle Times making the case for appropriate state funding for State Parks.
2014 Was a Banner Year for Parks!
With member support, Washington State Parks Foundation was able to fund special park projects, hold a number of exciting park events, and raise awareness among governmental officials of the importance of supporting increased public funding for parks.