First Day Hike Restoration Event (Deception Pass)

Information

Instead of our traditional First Day Hike, we are seeking your assistance in planting trees in the fields along the shoreline of Pass Lake. Historically, these areas were used for hay production, but in recent years, this practice has ceased due to the growth of buttercups and daisies. Our goal is to create a mixed conifer forest around Pass Lake, with the aim of revegetating 19.5 acres of the former hay fields surrounding the lake.

The event will begin at 8:30 AM, with the first planting group starting at 9:00 AM. Please note that your Eventbrite ticket is valid for one car and includes all participants within. To accommodate everyone, we encourage carpooling, as parking will be limited to 50 cars per planting group. We recommend wearing sturdy, waterproof shoes, as the restoration site requires a 0.7-mile walk to access and may be wet. Refreshments and light snacks will be provided; however, participants should bring their own gloves. Please dress appropriately for the weather, as the event will take place rain or shine.

Schedule

Group 1 planting, 9:00 AM - 12:30 PM

At 9:00am the first group will walk 0.7 miles to the restoration site. Staff will then provide instruction and a safety message before planting. At 12pm, everyone will walk back to their vehicles. All participants from the first group must leave by 12:30pm unless they have also signed up for the afternoon shift.

Group 2 planting, 1:00 PM - 4:30 PM

At 1:00pm the second group will walk 0.7 miles to the restoration site. Staff will then provide instruction and a safety message before planting. At 4pm, everyone will walk back to their vehicles, and we will conclude the event.

Additional Information and Sign-up: First Day Event at Deception Pass State Park Tickets, Thu, Jan 1, 2026 at 8:30 AM | Eventbrite

Questions: DeceptionPass.Interpreter@parks.wa.gov or call 360-228-5758.