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

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28 Dec

Geology activities for kids at Ginkgo Interpretive Center

Ginkgo Petrified Forest State Park

Bring the kiddos for geology orientated activities.
28 Dec

Walk with a Ranger - Park Lake Trail, Sun Lakes-Dry Falls State Park

Sun Lakes-Dry Falls State Park

Join Interpretive Ranger Sarah Overby for a relaxed Walk on the Park Lake trail at Sun Lakes-Dry Falls State Park.

01 Jan

First Day Hike Restoration Event (Deception Pass)

Deception Pass State Park

Kick off 2026 at Deception Pass State Park by helping us plant trees at Pass Lake!
Deer grazing on a green grassy slope with dark mountains rising in the background

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