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
#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.
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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Take Care!

  • The Science of Nature

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

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  • Support the work of Recreation Northwest

    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

  • Inslee issues updated guidance for outdoor recreation in Phases 1 and 2

    Gov. Jay Inslee today issued guidance further clarifying outdoor recreation requirements in Phase 1 and Phase 2. Through the Washington “Safe Start” plan, more businesses and activities will re-open in phases, with adequate safety and health standards in place. Each phase will be at least three weeks. Additionally, counties with less than 10 new cases of COVID-19... Read More →

  • #RecreateResponsibly- Go with a Local Tour Guide and Outfitter! 

    #RecreateResponsibly and Try Something New Outside with a Recreation Tour Guide or Outfitter!  Our Washington Outdoor Business Alliance encourages you to look to the professionals that operate local outdoor recreation guided tours, outfitters and instruction businesses for safe experiences outside. As we evolve through the reopening phases of our businesses and communities, we are collectively... Read More →

  • #RecreateResponsibly this Memorial Day

    FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: May 21, 2020 CONTACT: Kindra Ramos, kindra@wta.org New Washington Outdoor Coalition Shares Six Important Tips for How to #RecreateResponsibly this Memorial Day More than 50 organizations agree on practical advice for enjoying the outdoors during the pandemic to protect Washingtonians During the global COVID-19 pandemic, spending time outside has become of even... Read More →