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March 21, 2026

Resilience in Action: How Donors Stepped Up for Washington’s National Parks in 2026

Last year, in response to budget uncertainties and reduced staffing levels in the parks, WNPF launched a Resilience Fund to provide flexible support for emerging and urgent needs. More than 230 contributions have been made to date — and they're already making a difference.
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March 17, 2026

Trailblazers: Campaign Coordinator Jess Merchant

Meet Jess Merchant, our newest staff member at Washington’s National Park Fund! Jess brings a background in nonprofit administrative operations and a keen eye for detail to her role as Campaign Coordinator, a position made possible thanks to a grant from our friends at the National Park Foundation.
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March 11, 2026

Restoring Paradise: Why Skyline Trail Needs Us Now

For first-time visitors and lifelong hikers alike, the Skyline Trail is often their first step into the alpine — a front-row introduction to wildflower meadows, glaciers, and sweeping views that define this iconic place. But that popularity comes at a cost. Today, the trail we love is under visible strain.
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March 10, 2026

Paint With Purpose: How Elle Crée Turns Creativity Into Support for Mount Rainier National Park

Discover how a woman-owned art company is turning paint-by-number kits into a force for good. Elle Crée’s Mount Rainier design supports conservation with every purchase — proving creativity, self-care, and caring for parks can beautifully go hand in hand.
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February 3, 2026

Flexible Giving, Lasting Impact: Over the Top Society Takes Projects Over the Finish Line

The Over the Top Society is a dedicated community of park champions who go the extra mile for Washington’s national parks. By joining, your gift of $1,200 annually in unrestricted support helps ensure that critical, high-priority projects get the final push they need to move forward.
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January 29, 2026

From First Field Trips to Future Scientists: Empowering Youth Programs in Olympic National Park

From snow science to kayaking with rangers, donor-supported programs are opening Olympic National Park to hundreds of local youth. See how hands-on experiences are building confidence, sparking curiosity, and inspiring the next generation of scientists and public lands champions.
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January 26, 2026

Ashes to Action: Rebuilding Hurricane Ridge at Olympic National Park

When fire destroyed Hurricane Ridge’s iconic lodge, the Olympic National Park community answered. See how donors turned loss into action — restoring access, funding recovery, and shaping what comes next for one of the park’s most beloved places, together.
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January 21, 2026

The Power of Community: Supporting North Cascades National Park’s Mules and Trails

When North Cascades National Park’s stock program faced an uncertain future, the community answered the call. Discover how donors rallied to support mules, trail crews, and 400 miles of rugged backcountry — and why these partners matter more than ever.
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December 22, 2025

Behind the Binoculars: What It’s Like to Train as a Marmoteer in Olympic

Ever wonder what it's like to volunteer as a marmoteer at Olympic National Park? Read about the training day here! From the gear, community building, to the wildlife research, WNPF donors make this citizen science project possible.
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