From the desk of Jon Snyder
Outdoor Recreation and Economic Development
Senior Policy Advisor to Governor Jay Inslee
December 10, 2020
Here’s my monthly round-up of interesting WA state outdoor recreation news.
Small business grants update:
The first review period for the new Working WA 3 grants (up to $20K for businesses that earn less than $5m) end at the end of the day tomorrow, 12/11/20. Find details here. If you need helps with NAICs codes contact me. Businesses impacted by the November changes and businesses that have never fully reopened are prioritized—including many recreation businesses. The application is very simple.
New guidelines from November 16:
- Fitness
- Indoor Activities (Museums, Movie Theaters, Bowling)
- In-Store Retail
- Miscellaneous Venues
- Outdoor Recreation
- Personal Services
- Professional Services
- Public Transportation
- Real Estate
- Religious and Faith Based Organizations (updated 12/2/2020)
- Restaurants and Taverns
- Sporting Activities
CORONAVIRUS resources:
All business guidelines:
All the latest updates: https://coronavirus.wa.gov/
December HOTLIST
- Lots of Federal outdoor news:
Great American Outdoors Act project list for National Parks and public lands
LWCF Project List Delayed by the Department of Interior
New Federal outdoor recreation economic numbers from the Bureau of Economic Analysis
The Trump administration has already neutered the Great American Outdoors Act
- Tire dust is killing salmon
- Swinomish Tribe’s innovative climate plan draws national attention
- Former Seattle teen soccer star says youth coaching safeguards failed her
- State Parks Director to Retire Early Next Year: Nationwide Recruitment Effort Underway
WA outdoor business news:
Brooks Running Sees 49 percent Global Growth In Q3
Outdoor Research Appoints New President
REI Elevates Product Standards To Fight Climate Change And Advance Equity
Hunting and Fishing news:
Idaho limits non-resident hunting opportunities
Grizzlies star in hearing over Washington forest project
WDFW check stations find and decontaminate record number of mussel-infested boats in 2020
Months after dam removal, Pilchuck River is showing signs of recovery
Trails:
Train trestle pedestrian project above I-90 near Vantage beginning to take shape
With this trail honoring Sklallam leader Port Townsend works towards decolonizing its history.
Mt. Baker bike route takes shape
Governor news:
Inslee extends COVID restrictions on dining, gyms, gatherings to Jan. 4
Kitsap man arrested for shooting at pro-Trump rally also protested outside Inslee’s house
More than 1 million in Washington sign up for COVID-19 exposure app
Additional news:
Washington, California, Oregon urge interstate travelers to quarantine for 14 days
Seattle gyms prepare for month-long shutdown in coronavirus crackdown
Deception Pass State Park plays host to nature preschool
Wilderness rescuers face a busy winter complicated by COVID
WIAA pushes back return to play for prep sports
State weighs options for commercial whale-watching licensing program
State unveils app for viewing public lands
Washington State Unveils App for Viewing Public Lands
As COVID-19 drives people to cross-country skiing, Spokane’s Langlauf race is canceled
Bremerton shuts down ‘massive’ unauthorized softball tournament at Pendergast Park
Earth just notched its warmest November, as 2020 closes in on record for hottest year
He Lived Near Idaho, With Fewer COVID Restrictions Than Washington. Now He’s Dead
Outdoor workouts: Longview gym open creatively within governor’s orders
Mt. Spokane’s new uphill ski policy raises concerns, questions and some hope from users
A magical hike on Whidbey Island whitewashes Native history
If You Love Jogging, Then You Should Wear a Mask
Outdoor classrooms invigorate kids in Bremerton during COVID
We can’t remain the evergreen state without trust land transfers
COVID, teenagers, and mental health
Nearly 70K Tacomans don’t have ready access to a park. This project hopes to change that.
How Risky Are Indoor Sports This Winter?
Epidemiologists virus activities survey
What it will take to keep Washington’s ski areas open this pandemic winter
Washington recreation lands remain open despite rocketing COVID-19 rates
Grants:
USDOT TIFIA Rural Project Initiative loans can be used to construct pedestrian/bicyclist infrastructure
Recreation Economy for Rural Communities Grants
The first review period for the new Working WA 3 grants (up to $20K for businesses that earn less than $5m) end at the end of the day tomorrow, 12/11/20. Find details here. If you need helps with NAICs codes contact me. Businesses impacted by the November changes and businesses that have never fully reopened are prioritized—including many recreation businesses. The application is very simple.
Planning:
Survey aims to guide trail improvements in Moscow-Pullman
Fish & Wildlife seeks input on Island Unit restoration project
Jon Snyder
(he/him/his)
LATEST COVID-19 UPDATES & RESOURCES: https://coronavirus.wa.gov/
Outdoor recreation and Economic Development
Senior Policy Advisor to Gov. Jay Inslee
Office: 360-902-0488 Mobile: 360-584-3804
Todd Elsworth is one of the many “Mossy-haired lunatics roaming the dripping peninsulas”, described in “I’m Here for the Weather” by Tom Robbins. As executive director, he works to fulfill our mission to teach the health benefits of nature, promote outdoor recreation, and steward the places where we play.
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