Recreation Northwest

Recreation Northwest

We promote outdoor recreation and bring people together to enjoy, preserve and improve the places where we play.

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    Parkscriptions connects patients with positive outdoor experiences for healthier lifestyles and improved mental and physical health utilizing Park Finder as a tool. During the COVID crisis please follow the guidelines for use of parks and going outdoors. 

     

  • recreation-economy-Washington-State
    Advocating for the economic engine of the Recreation Industry in Washington State with localized focus, we recently launched the Washington Outdoor Business Alliance. Our Alliance Gatherings  have been placed on hold until further notice. 

  • Fairhaven-Park-Stewardship
    Our Stewardship of Fairhaven Park works to improve the trail system for public access and sustainable development, restoring wetland habitat through native plantings and removing invasive species. 

Get Your Dose of Nature

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We encourage people to get outside, be mindful and limit exposure to others. Find the park nearest your house with amenities that meet your needs.
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#RecreateResponsibly to Protect Yourself, Others, and the Outdoors.
The Recreate Responsibly Coalition is a newly formed coalition of nonprofits, outdoor businesses, and land managers developing and sharing best practices to protect each other and our natural landscapes.
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We are proud to launch the Washington Outdoor Business Alliance. This is a formalization of the work that Recreation Northwest has been committed to over the years.
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  • The Science of Nature

    Read up on the science behind the value of getting outside! 

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Our latest Confluence blog posts

  • Fairhaven Park Native Plant Garden: Phillips 66 Bench Installed!

    We are fortunate to get the support of Phillips 66 Ferndale Refinery for our Stewardship work in Fairhaven Park. They contributed funds to support our ongoing care of our mitigation work and Native Plant Gardens. In appreciation, we installed a bench in our Upper Meadow area.  This bench installation project is the intersection of our... Read More →

  • Where Do We Go From Here?

    Outdoor Recreation Enthusiast,  We recently had a Recreation Northwest board meeting and our President, Andrew Olive, asked, “What are you looking forward to this fall?” We all echoed, “…enjoying the coming shoulder season and the changes it brings to our natural environment and outdoor activities”. On behalf of our board members and staff- We hope... Read More →

  • Updated Economic Report shows Washington State’s Outdoor Industry on par with Aerospace Industry

    Source: Washington Recreation and Conservation Office Governor Jay Inslee touts, “This report shows the enormous value that outdoor recreation brings to Washington’s economy. I hope that the people of our state continue to explore our state’s parks, forests and waterways with appropriate precautions taken to ensure the health and safety of participants and those who... Read More →