A woman stands in the hollow of a large tree in the forest.

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Upcoming Events

08 May

Swale Canyon Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for Klickitat State Park Trail

Klickitat State Park Trail

Join us as we celebrate the completion of the capital project to improve the Swale Canyon section of the Klickitat Trail.
09 May

Family in Nature - Deception Pass

Deception Pass State Park

Family in Nature is a fun and highly interactive, nature-based program designed for children ages 2 to 5 years old. Each session lasts approximately 90 minutes and focuses on various aspects of nature found in the park. The programs include story time, creative play, parent-led activities and crafts. Our goal is to create a warm and welcoming space where you and your little ones can enjoy the wonders of Deception Pass together.
09 May

Volunteer Event - Columbia Plateau Trail - Trail Maintenance

Columbia Plateau State Park Trail

Friday, May 9th: 10AM-3PM - Columbia Plateau Trail - Amber Lake Trailhead - Wood Chipping & Brushing

Join us along the Columbia Plateau State Park Trail to trim back encroaching vegetation and utilize the woodchipper to clean it up! We will meet at the Amber Lake Trailhead and head North on the Columbia Plateau Trail towards Cheney. 

Deer grazing on a green grassy slope with dark mountains rising in the background

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