News Archives - Mountains To Sound Greenway Trust

Celebrating the Life and Legacy of Tom Gibbs

July 17, 2019

The Mountains to Sound Greenway lost one of its great heroes recently when Tom Gibbs passed away after a courageous battle with cancer. Tom served 23 years on the Greenway Board of Directors and Board of Advisors, winning the admiration and friendship of many generations of Greenway Board and staff. Few people in our community’s

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The Gateway Bridge – A Continuation of a 25 Year Story

May 31, 2019

Smiles and congratulations were abundant in the Middle Fork of the Snoqualmie River Valley this past April as volunteers worked to complete a once-in-a-generation project.

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Vote to Fund Parks This August

May 7, 2019

An important conservation funding source is up for renewal on the ballot this summer—mark your calendars to remember to vote!

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State Budget Contains Both Wins and Losses for Our Region

May 2, 2019

The Washington State Legislature adjourned Sunday night with a new budget for the next biennium including significant investments and cuts in habitat conservation and outdoor recreation.

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Greenway Corporate Champions Program Launches

May 2, 2019

A new program launches to connect local Bellevue businesses and their employees to the Greenway, utilizing hands-on volunteer projects and sponsorship opportunities.

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The Future of Transportation across Washington takes shape in the Snoqualmie Valley

April 27, 2019

If we make our voices heard a major highway improvement project could become a model for how a strong economy and a strong environment don't have to be mutually exclusive. Let's ensure that crucial transportation infrastructure and safety needs are met while also preserving the scenic character and recreation access of the Mountains to Sound Greenway National Scenic Byway.

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New Trailhead Direct Routes and Stops

April 11, 2019

Trailhead Direct is back, now with new route options that better connect you to popular hikes in the Greenway!

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Joy and Gratitude: Greenway Designated the Northwest’s First National Heritage Area

March 12, 2019

After eight years of tireless advocacy, the Mountains to Sound Greenway has become our nation’s newest National Heritage Area.

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Another Win for Greenway National Heritage Designation!

February 26, 2019

We’ve crossed the biggest hurdle yet – our quest for designating the Mountains to Sound Greenway as a National Heritage Area (NHA) has cleared both chambers of Congress! Today, the House of Representatives decisively passed the Natural Resources Management Act that earlier passed the Senate. As in the Senate, the vote was overwhelmingly bipartisan –

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Latest News: U.S. Senate Passes Lands Package with Greenway Legislation

February 14, 2019

After months of wondering will-they won’t-they, the US Senate overwhelmingly passed the major public lands package with a bipartisan vote of 92-8! The lands bill includes the permanent reauthorization of Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) and designation of the Mountains to Sound Greenway as a National Heritage Area (NHA), along with more than 100

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