Recreation Northwest

Recreation Northwest

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

  • Parkscriptions-Whatcom-County-WA
    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

ParkFinder.org

Use the free tool to pick your park
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.
Go to ParkFinder.org
COVID-19 Update: EXPO Cancelled for May 2nd
The Recreation Northwest EXPO has been cancelled for our public health safety
Read the Press Release

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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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    Your donations help us build on our solid foundation to have an impact on our community.

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Our latest Confluence blog posts

  • Oh, Behave Washingtonians!

    Dear Outdoor Recreation friends across Washington State,  Yesterday, on March 23, 2020, Jay Inslee issued a stay home, stay healthy order for Washingtonians. This has been a rough couple of weeks for us all, here in Washington State. We are at the front lines of this global pandemic. We have had to cancel our Parkscriptions Day... Read More →

  • Alliance Industry News: SMC TO PRODUCE OMEGA CARABINER LINE

    Alliance Mission We exist to connect, protect and grow the outdoor recreation ecosystem in Washington State. We serve as the collective eyes & ears, heart, mind and voice.   We seek to help be the voice for our industry. In service to our industry members, the outdoor recreation sector, and the public, we are in a... Read More →

  • Ask Elected Federal Officials to support Environmental Education to weather COVID 19

    This article addresses the grim reality charities are facing: Covid-19 could mean extinction for many charities Opinion by John MacIntosh, CNN.  We are sharing this letter written by Saul Weisberg, North Cascades Institute. We encourage you to take action!  Dear Friends and colleagues, The impact of COVID-19 on the field of residential environmental education is profound.... Read More →