People of Interest

Trail Treats: Our Favorite Food to Fuel a National Park Trip

Our staff have spent hours preparing, packing, planning, and playing in Washington's National Parks. In this blog, you'll find a few of our favorite treats and meals that you might want to pack for your next trip. There’s nothing worse than eating a snack that you’re not looking forward to...

Lessons Learned From Solo Backpacking at Age 65

At the age of 65, our board member Beth ticked off a bucket list item: backpacking solo! Read the lessons that she learned on her trip. Hopefully it inspires you to try an adventure like this one day.

Capture the Cosmos: How to Photograph the Milky Way at Mount Rainier

Night skies at Mount Rainier: It’s a humbling experience you’ll never forget, a moment so magnificent you’ll want to capture it with your camera. However, like all great moments, this photographic endeavor requires some preparation. Get the tips for successfully capturing the night skies of this park!

Taking Mindfulness Outside

Mindfulness instructor and board member, Beth Glosten, walks us through the benefits and tips on practicing mindfulness the next time we step outside. Join us as we take a few moments to truly experience the natural envirionment.

Parks are Top of Mind: Rainier Watch's Beanie Collaboration with WNPF

Rainier Watch has always had a passion for Washington's mountains, which has resulted in a committed partnership with WNPF. Learn about their work and the "For The Parks" collaboration beanie that's benefitting Mount Rainier, North Cascades, and Olympic National Parks.

Meet Our Creative Partners

We are fortunate to have a host of talented creative professionals who donate their images and videos of the sights, tranquility and power of our cherished Mount Rainier, North Cascades, and Olympic National Parks. Meet the photographers and videographers who help us bring our parks to you.

Climb for a Cause: A Detailed Account of Climbing Mount Shuksan

A group of board members and staff embarked on a challending climb of Mount Shuksan, all while raising $15K for projects in the North Cascades. Read a detailed account of what it takes to climb this peak.

Illuminating the Pacific Northwest: Good & Well's Commitment to Preserving Public Lands

Seattle's homegrown candle company, Good & Well Supply Co., has always had a burning passion for nature and a profound commitment to preserving the natural wonders of the PNW. Learn about their work and the Washington national park-themed candle pack that's benefitting the parks that the scents were inspired by.

Training for the Trails: Becoming a Mount Rainier Meadow Rover

Mount Rainier Meadow Rover Volunteers – made possible by donors to Washington’s National Park Fund – is a priority of the park because it ensure visitors are safe and educated, and as a result, the park is protected. hear about what training is like and howdonors keep this program going.