On May 13, monumental news broke on the eastern side of the Mountains to Sound Greenway National Heritage Area – the Washington Department of Natural Resources (WA-DNR) successfully won a $15.3 million federal grant to acquire 9,700 acres of forest above the Upper Kittitas County communities of Cle Elum, Roslyn, and Ronald. This grant...
The Washington State Legislature closed its supplemental session last week with some wins for public lands, ecosystem resilience, and active transportation. Check out the list below for a sampling of the many issues covered during the session and some key highlights connected to our mission of conserving and enhancing the Mountains to Sound Greenway National...
This month, we’re celebrating Women’s History Month by sharing the story of Alison Gottfriedson, a notable Puyallup tribal councilwoman and activist for tribal treaty fishing rights in Washington state.
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 (Greenway...
It’s hard to believe, but 2023 is already winding down and the new year will be here before we know it! With each year’s end, we like to pause and reflect on some of the accomplishments that have taken place across the Mountains to Sound Greenway National Heritage Area over the past 12 months....
This is the first of a two-part series about Orca Action Month. Head over to our friends at the Maritime Washington National Heritage Area for part two. Everyone wants to be graced by the presence of an orca at least once in their lifetime, and many will do whatever it takes to see one....
This post was created in collaboration with Jaime Martin, Director of Governmental Affairs & Special Projects for the Snoqualmie Tribe. May 7-13, 2023 marks the 40th anniversary of National Travel and Tourism Week (NTTW). This annual industry tradition celebrates the value travel holds for our economy, businesses, personal well-being, and more. There’s no denying...
Forested mountains, meandering rivers, shaded walking trails, and picturesque downtowns complete with local food establishments and small businesses – you’ll find all this and more in the beautiful Snoqualmie River Valley. How does an area such as this ensure a sustainable future that strikes a harmonious balance between economic growth and preserving its natural...
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...
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...
