There are lots of ways to give back to Mount Rainier, North Cascades, and Olympic National Parks! Join us for brewery events, fundraising climbs and treks, fireside circles, and more.
Mar 4 / 5:00 pm
Old Stove Brewing - Gardens | Ballard, WA
Cheers to Washington’s national parks & Mount Rainier National Park’s 126th birthday! We are partnering with Old Stove Gardens for a Giving in the Gardens: Pints for the Parks event. Our friends at Old Stove will be generously donating $1 from each pint sold. Hang with us for a free raffle with some exciting prizes!
Mar 6 / 6:00 pm
Virtual
This virtual session will immerse you in the beauty of North Cascades National Park, while helping you navigate the complexities of the permit system. Whether you dream of camping at Sahale Glacier, exploring Cascade Pass, or venturing into remote wilderness areas, we’ll help you turn that dream into a reality.
Apr 10 / 6:00 pm
Whether you’re dreaming of sleeping under a canopy of trees or trekking to breathtaking alpine views, careful planning is key to making your Olympic adventure a reality. Join this virtual class that will equip you with the tools to navigate the permit process & explore responsibly while enjoying this epic wilderness.
May 6 - May 7
Every year, GiveBIG offers Washingtonians the opportunity to reflect on the needs in our community and come together to support them. We can’t think of a more deserving cause than Mount Rainier, North Cascades, and Olympic National Parks! Join us in stepping up and giving back to help fund underfunded projects. Give support.
May 16 - May 17
Paradise Inn, Mount Rainier National Park
This annual event takes place at Mount Rainier’s Paradise Inn the night before the Inn opens to the public. We bring together park supporters for a night of celebrating & paddle raising to support critical park projects in Washington’s national parks! Interested in joining? Reach out to Kristen (kristen@wnpf.org).
Jun 2 - Jun 5
Mount Rainier National Park
This special fundraising climb of Mount Rainier is not only a once in a lifetime adventure but a meaningful endeavor to make a lasting impact on Washington’s national parks! Learn about Climb for a Cause here, and contact Kristen (kristen@wnpf.org) to join! There are 6 climb spots open.
Jun 27 / 6:00 pm
Dru Bru at Cle Elum
Cheers to Washington’s national parks! We are partnering up with our friends at Dru Bru in Cle Elum for a Pints for the Parks event. A portion of the proceeds from this event will be donated to WNPF which will then go to support critical park projects in Mount Rainier, North Cascades, and Olympic National Parks. Join us!
Jun 30 - Jul 4
Ross Lake | North Cascades National Park
On this 5-day trek traversing Ross Lake, you’ll hike 32 miles along the lakeshore, over tumbling creeks & between high granite spires, while supporting critical park projects like trail maintenance! Learn about Trek for the Trails here, and contact Kristen (kristen@wnpf.org) to join! There are 3 spots open.
Jul 6 - Jul 9
This special fundraising climb of Mount Rainier is not only a once in a lifetime adventure but a meaningful endeavor to make a lasting impact on Washington’s national parks! Learn about Climb for a Cause here! This climb is full.
Jul 18 - Jul 19
Crystal Mountain Resort, Washington
Want to run the Mount Rainier Half & Trail Events and support Washington’s parks? Join Wander Project’s Charity Bib Program! Raise funds for WNPF and get free race entry. Wander Project provides tools to help you meet your goal. Sign up and make an impact!
Jul 31
Enumclaw, WA
Put on by the Redmond Cycling Club, this ride combines the incomparable scenery of Mount Rainier National Park with a course for riders with 10,000′ of climbing over 150 miles. A portion of proceeds will be donated back to WNPF.
Aug 3
Port Angeles, WA
On the first Sunday in August, cyclists have the opportunity to ride the iconic Hurricane Ridge road when it is closed to all vehicles. This 18-mile climb to the summit of Hurricane Ridge begins at Port Angeles City Pier. A portion of proceeds gets donated back to WNPF. To learn more and sign up: Ride the Hurricane!
Aug 27 - Aug 29
This special fundraising climb of Mount Rainier is not only a once in a lifetime adventure but a meaningful endeavor to make a lasting impact on Washington’s national parks! Learn about Climb for a Cause here, and contact Kristen (kristen@wnpf.org) to join! There are 7 climb spots open.
Sep 25 / 4:00 pm
The Mountaineers | Seattle, WA
Join us for our most exciting fundraising event of the year at The Mountaineers Seattle Program Center! Enjoy local food & drinks, meet park staff, play park-themed games and trivia, and win rad outdoor gear. Your support will help fund critical projects in Washington’s national parks. Details here.
Oct 18
Seattle, WA
The Dick’s-A-Thon is a 26-mile loop around Seattle, stopping at each Dick’s Drive-In to eat menu items along the way. This challenge tests physical, mental, and gastrointestinal endurance. Created in memory of Ian Cox, proceeds support WNPF, Mountaineers Access Fund, and five search and rescue organizations. Details here.
Oct 20 - Oct 21
West Seattle
Want to run the Orca Half Marathon and support Washington’s parks? Join Wander Project’s Charity Bib Program! Raise funds for Washington’s National Park Fund and get free race entry. Wander Project provides tools to help you meet your goal. Sign up and make an impact!
We work hard to bring the magic of Washington’s national parks to all people — even those who may not be in a position to visit them in person.
Virtual Field Trips bring the parks to the people in the comfort of their own homes. Hear from park rangers and experts as we take a field trip (via Zoom) to one of the parks in this free event series.
Fireside Circles also bring the magic of the parks into the community – or, in some cases, bring the community into the parks – for special one-night or weekend-long programs. These intimate get-togethers bring together park leadership with our community of supporters.
Pints for the Parks are fun community events where local breweries and cideries donate a portion of the proceeds back to the parks. At some events, we have guest speakers, a free raffle, and trivia!
We offer all kinds of engaging events that drum up financial support for critical park projects and welcome you to join us.
Return to Paradise is a one-of-a-kind fundraising event at Mount Rainier National Park’s Paradise Inn the night before the Inn opens to the public, giving supporters a special look at the park from a new perspective.
Parkfest brings together park supporters and park rangers, scientists, and superintendents for a night of fun and fundraising. Attendees play park-themed games and bid on outdoor gear, adventures, and one-of-a-kind park experiences in our silent auction.
Climb for a Cause and Trek for the Trails, our fundraising climbing and trek programs, offer participants the chance to knock off an epic bucket list item while helping fund projects in Washington’s three national parks.
Whether you’re into cycling, running, leisurely walks, or even haunted houses, we’re sure our partners have an event you won’t want to miss.
Cyclists will want to check out Ride the Hurricane in Olympic National Park, while runners and walkers won’t want to miss Pacific Runderland 5K and Kids Run in Auburn or Dick’s-A-Thon in Seattle. Plus, our brewery partners offer pint nights benefitting the parks. You don’t have to climb a mountain to show support!
Learn more about all of these events.
Cover photo: Climbers on the Kautz glacier on Mount Rainier by Nate Brown; footer photo (below): Mount Rainier National Park by Parker Tikson 📷
Your support ensures Mount Rainier, North Cascades, and Olympic continue to thrive.