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December 29, 2025

A Trail for Everyone: Access for All at Mount Rainier National Park

The simple belief that all people should be able to experience Mount Rainier has inspired an extraordinary, multi-year collaboration at Mount Rainier National Park. Since 2023, the Access for All project has been working to make the mountain’s trails, facilities, and digital resources more accessible to people of all abilities.

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.

December 15, 2025

Swiftwater Rescue Training: Keeping North Cascades Visitors Safe

Famous for the rugged and unpredictable terrain, search and rescue teams at North Cascades must be equipt for the complex missions that come with the park. Thanks to our donors, rangers received swiftwater training to prepare them for water rescues.

December 9, 2025

Returning a Meadow: Research in Action at Mount Rainier National Park

Your support is driving new science to restore Mount Rainier’s fragile subalpine meadows, long strained by human impact and shifting weather, as researchers pursue lasting solutions for healthier, resilient landscapes.

October 24, 2025

Blown Away by Nature: How One Artist Turns Glass into Good

Robert Bank Glass has crafted his glass art into something good. Through a unique partnership with WNPF, his glass leaf pendants are supporting the parks he loves. Learn why he's giving back and how you can buy a one-of-a-kind "Leaf No Trace" pendant.

October 3, 2025

Pika Power: Volunteers Power Alpine Wildlife Research at Mount Rainier

Thanks to donor support, Mount Rainier has launched its first-ever pika community science program, connecting trained volunteers with cutting-edge research opportunities and empowering them to collect data that will help determine how these animals are faring in our changing world.

October 3, 2025

2025 Gift Guide: Gifts That Support the Parks

Need help shopping for the national park fan in your life? This full list has you covered! From cool park apparel, fun hiking gear, and even a cozy lodge stay, there's something for everyone. The best part is that all of our partners support Washington's three national parks!

July 16, 2025

Teen and Kid-Friendly Adventures in Washington’s National Parks

Here are 9 activities that are teen and kid-friendly in Mount Rainier, North Cascades, and Olympic National Parks! A few board members list recommendations of their past activities that are tried and true.

July 2, 2025

Summer 2025 in Washington’s National Parks: See Projects in Action

It's no secret that WNPF donors make a huge, lasting impact on Washington's national parks. Shadow a meadow rover, volunteer with us, capture the night sky with a pro, and so much more! This summer, we invite you to join us for a variety of park outings and see your...