Rock climbing
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Want to Start Bouldering on DNR Land? These Five Tips Will Help
With the arrival of fall, many Washington climbers curse the rain that settles over the crags west of the Cascade Crest — but good climbing can still be had on the odd dry day or two. The cooler temperatures and… Continue reading
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9 Things We Learned in 2020
As we find ourselves more than a year into the pandemic, we are taking a break and looking back at how far we have come. Last year was one of enormous change. As an outdoor community, we have learned so… Continue reading
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We aren’t out of the woods yet
As the weather warms up, people will head to the mountains in search of outdoor adventures and are surprised that there is still plenty of winter weather up there. In some areas, depending on elevation and other factors, snow can… Continue reading
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Can I host my event?
DNR recently released the latest version of COVID safety guidelines for volunteers. We’ve put together a summary of that guidance here to answer your questions. I want to put on a small event. Great. According to Governor Inslee’s Reopening Plan,… Continue reading
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New Year, New Volunteer Guidelines
What do the new guidelines mean for volunteering with DNR? Volunteers make the world go round. Well, they at least help keep DNR’s trails and facilities maintained and safe for all kinds of recreationists on our public lands. We know… Continue reading
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Take a hike, help the economy. No, really.
Washington’s outdoor recreation economy is actually one of the most robust industries in the state. Continue reading
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We are staying inside and you should too
We all love to get outside and enjoy the remarkable forests and beaches around us and the Department of Natural Resources (DNR) manages nearly 6 million acres of public lands, including 1,200 miles of trails and over 160 recreation sites.… Continue reading
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Winter Recreation Safety Tips
Snowflakes are falling. You’ve switched out tennis shoes for ski boots. Your hot chocolate consumption has shot up at an alarming rate. Wintertime is in full swing. The coldest months of the year offer some sensational recreating opportunities; many Washingtonians… Continue reading
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10 Hikes to Try on National Take a Hike Day
Grab your daypack and your hiking boots — today is National Take a Hike Day! The Department of Natural Resources (DNR) manages 1,200 miles of trail, home to some of the most popular hikes in Washington. In honor of this… Continue reading
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10 outdoor escapes near Seattle
There are so many incredible opportunities for adventure on DNR, Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife, and Washington State Parks managed lands near Seattle. Get out there and check them out! Continue reading
