Tagged: wilderness

1:06pm

Thu August 16, 2012
Environment

Olympic Peninsula wilderness plan is scaled back, but is it a compromise?

Credit Via Office of U. S. Sen. Patty Murray

Senator Patty Murray and Congressman Norm Dicks hit the Olympic Peninsula Thursday, trying to sell locals on a plan to designate more wilderness there. They say their latest bill is a grand compromise, and they’re hoping to convince Olympic Peninsula communities that fought earlier versions.

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5:00pm

Thu July 28, 2011
Environment

Campaign to protect precious lands in San Juan Islands

Credit Courtesy of San Juan Islands National Conservation Area

The San Juan Islands are known for pristine natural beauty that includes a national wildlife refuge and several remote state parks.  

But they also contain about 1,000 acres of federally owned land that has been largely forgotten by authorities. Some islanders fear it might be sold off to developers.

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3:57pm

Sat June 25, 2011
Discover Pass

Fees boost price of Washington state park pass beyond $30

Credit Washington State Parks

The true cost of the new annual pass for Washington state parks will be $30 plus fees, when purchased online or at a licensed dealer.

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