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Get Involved

Learn about all the exciting ways you can contribute to and get involved with Washington State Parks!
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  • young participants in a kayak safety course on the water, all wearing lifejackets

    Boating and Water Safety Campaigns

    Become an advocate for boating and water safety by supporting these annual campaigns!
  • Father and daughter walk along the beach.

    Donations

    Everyone can support state parks through a donation to our Foundation or a donation made when renewing license plate tabs.
  • A band playing in an amphitheater at Deception Pass State Park with an audience watching and water, trees and a rainbow behind.

    Folk & Traditional Arts Events

    Learn about Washington's natural, cultural, and artistic heritage through memorable experiences in the parks and plan to attend one of our exciting, enriching events!
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    Programs

    Learn about our youth programs, Bark Ranger and more! Our parks come alive with our programs. Get involved!
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    Get your specialty State Parks license plate

    Discover a new way to show your support for the best State Park events – like concerts, the Junior Ranger program, festivals and workshops – with a specialty Washington State Parks license plate.
  • Volunteer in sunglasses collecting trash on a beach.

    Volunteer Program

    Volunteers play a vital role in sustaining Washington State Parks, providing more than 190,000 service hours each year. Join the thousands of volunteers that help keep your Washington State Parks the special places they are.
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    Virtual State Parks Learning Opportunities

    ​​​​​​Explore Washington State Parks from where you are! We are committed to providing virtual learning opportunities that connect students and families to Washington State Parks.
Nine volunteers standing on the beach around garbage in bags, broken buoys, a tire and more that was collected. A blue sky, ocean and small islands are seen in the background.

Get involved with our volunteer programs!

Did you know you can participate in a beach cleanup or be a park host? Learn more about how to get involved.

Get started with beach cleanups Learn how to be a park host