Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission (Parks) announced on June 6 its same-day reservation pilot program has expanded to 26 parks across the state. Additionally, Parks has implemented a new…
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Parks requests feedback on proposed update to stay limits for camping
The Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission is asking campers to weigh in on proposed changes to its camping stay limits. The proposed update limits maximum stay lengths to no…
Hummingbirds 101 with a birding expert at the Lynnwood Library June 17
With their diminutive size and beguiling flight maneuvers, hummingbirds are among the most charismatic of birds. Here in the Puget Sound, we are lucky to have a hardy species –…
Federal agency proposes barred owl removal to save spotted owl
In an effort to save two subspecies of spotted owls from extinction, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) released its Draft Barred Owl Management Strategy and accompanying Draft Environmental…
Washington’s wolf-killing policy gets fresh attention in Olympia
Ranchers have long argued that Washington laws should give them more flexibility and authority to kill wolves that threaten or attack livestock on their property. They’re welcoming a new bill…
Many hands working on restoration of Scriber Creek
When Lynnwood resident Val Taylor saw the bundles of reed canary grass and carpets of English ivy that grow along Scriber Creek near her home a few years ago, she…
Washington State Parks and Rec launches new website
The Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission has officially launched a redesigned and improved parks.wa.gov website, according to a news release. The new, refreshed website has a modern, inclusive and…
Sno-Park passes go on sale from Washington State Parks on Nov. 1
The time for snowshoeing, skiing, snowmobiling and sledding is fast approaching, as 2023-2024 Sno-Park passes go on sale Nov. 1, according to a news release from Washington State Parks. Customers…
Four more free days in State Parks, including Sept. 23
Washington State Parks has four more free days left in 2023, starting with Saturday, Sept. 23. Mark your calendars for the four remaining days this year when you won’t need…
Washington State Parks giving away $100 gift card
In celebration of National Public Lands Day coming up on Saturday, Sept. 23, Washington State Parks is giving away a $100 gift card on social media. To enter, go to…
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Meet area’s urban coyotes during virtual meeting Sept. 27
Learn more about coyotes and their role in our environment during a free virtual presentation from 5-6 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 27. Coyotes are a natural part of the ecosystem of…
Picnic Point Fall cleanup and conservation event set for Saturday, Sept. 16
Join members of the Olympic Fly Fishers of Edmonds and the Healthy Forest Project on Saturday, Sept. 16, as they continue to restore and improve the marine habitat at Picnic…
Outdoor burn ban downgraded to allow recreational fires
Due to recent rain and moist weather conditions, recent fire danger has lessened. As a result, the Snohomish County Fire Marshal’s Office has downgraded its outdoor burn ban to allow…
More families can enjoy state parks with updated Foster Family Program and pass
The Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission (Parks) has implemented changes to its Foster Family Program to provide more families with the opportunity to camp and enjoy parks. The changes…