NHA

September 8, 2023
Post by: Shenise Ramirez
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Located just beyond a bustling road in Burien is Salmon Creek Ravine, a little-known green space that functions as a microcosm of Washington’s biggest environmental challenges, and an outdoor classroom that teaches youth how to meet them with conservation science.   Within the fold of this urban oasis, the hum of cars and buses is...

August 24, 2023
Post by Amy Brockhaus, Deputy Director
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On August 21, U.S. Congresswoman Kim Schrier, Washington State Representative Bill Ramos, and King County Councilmember Sarah Perry joined Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest Supervisor Jody Weil and Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest Supervisor Kristin Bail at the Denny Creek/Franklin Falls Trailhead to celebrate projects funded by the Great American Outdoors Act (GAOA) in the Mountains to...

May 9, 2023
Post by: Shenise Ramirez, Communications Coordinator
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If you are a high school student who is interested in environmental issues but you aren’t sure how to level up your skills toward an impactful role, you are not alone.   Navigating towards a future career can be overwhelming, especially within the environmental sector where various career paths are still being created. Within this...

April 13, 2023
Post by Shenise Ramirez, Communications Coordinator
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As environmental stewards, we all want to leave the land better than we found it. Earth Month is an opportunity to reflect on how we can best do our part as it marks the anniversary of the birth of the modern environmental movement. But making a positive impact isn’t just about learning how to...

March 16, 2023
Post by: Trail Crew Lead Kasey Shultz
Imagine spending your days in the great outdoors, surrounded by stunning natural scenery and working hard to maintain and improve the very trails that allow you to explore and appreciate it all. That’s the life of a trail crew member, and it’s no easy job. But for those who thrive on adventure and relish...

March 10, 2023
Post by Shenise Ramirez, Communications Coordinator
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Women have been at the forefront of wildlife, cultural, and environmental conservation efforts in Washington State for many years. From preserving native languages and cultural heritage to protecting salmon habitat and advocating for more inclusive research practices, these women have made historic contributions to these fields. As we celebrate Women’s History Month, it’s essential...

February 14, 2023
Post by Caroline Villanova, National Heritage Area Coordination Manager
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We traded in our Carhartts and trail runners for blazers and . . . okay, Blundstones really can do it all . . . during a week of advocacy in Washington, DC.  As the coordinating entity for the Mountains to Sound Greenway National Heritage Area (Greenway NHA), Greenway Trust staff are part of a...

January 17, 2023
Post by Amy Brockhaus, Deputy Director
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From Ellensburg to Seattle, the Mountains to Sound Greenway National Heritage Area (Greenway NHA) encompasses spectacular natural lands, productive working farms and forests, opportunities for outdoor recreation, and vibrant communities with strong economies. Through supporting local, state, and federal investments, we can preserve this natural legacy for future generations.   The Mountains to Sound Greenway Trust collaborates...

January 13, 2023
Post by Shenise Ramirez, Communications Coordinator
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This list is a roundup of resources to help self-identified Black, Indigenous, and People of Color break into guiding and conservation careers at varying skill levels. These recommendations range from science-based conservation scholarships to avalanche training for future leaders looking to build a career in the outdoors space. University of Washington Wetland Management Scholarship...

January 6, 2023
Press release from the Alliance of National Heritage Areas
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President Biden signed the National Heritage Area Act yesterday WASHINGTON, DC – Yesterday, President Biden signed the National Heritage Area Act (S. 1942). On December 22, 2022, the U.S. House of Representatives overwhelmingly approved the legislation by a bi-partisan vote of 326-95, after the Senate passed the legislation without opposition two days earlier. It was one of the last bills passed...