Moments Issue III

A small collection of photos highlighting moments from across the Washington State Department of Natural Resources (DNR).

Edited by Tracey Izatt, Communications

Pictured: A starfish at low tide. Tiltow Beach, Tacoma. Spring 2026.

“Every visit to Tiltow Beach tells a different story. It’s a place that invites you to slow down, look closer and appreciate life beneath the surface.” 

Paige Adams, Engineering Division, Property Acquisition Specialist

Pictured: Turkey Tail mushrooms fanning out across a log at the Begonia Pearl timber sale, Green Mountain State Forest. Spring 2026.

“These vibrant Turkey Tail mushrooms are nature’s own artwork.”  

Dennis Farrell, South Puget Sound Region, State Lands Forester

Pictured: A chilly looking Mount Ranier picture from Capitol Forest. Spring 2026.

“Whenever I do fieldwork with a view I look for Rainier, and it was in full view this day. I think most western Washingtonians like Mt. Rainier and get excited when it is fully visible.”  

Natasha Scott, Natural Resource Specialist

Pictured: The rare Dalles Mountain Buttercup, blooming. Columbia Hills Natural Preserve. Winter 2026.

“It’s thought that less than 10,000 of these plants remain worldwide.”  

Ethan Coggins, DNR Natural Areas Specialist

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