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June 1, 2026

The Mountain Is Out: Seattle’s Best Spots for Views of the National Parks

In Seattle, the mountains are almost always around us — whether it’s Mount Rainier (Tahoma) towering above the skyline, the Olympic Mountains glowing at sunset, or the snowy North Cascades peeking out on exceptionally clear days. Explore our list of the top Seattle spots for premiere mountain views.
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May 27, 2026

Science on the Slopes: Volunteers Help Study Pikas at Mount Rainier

Go behind the scenes of a donor-funded community science effort to survey Mount Rainier’s pika populations, led by Washington State University PhD student Allie Stift in partnership with National Park Service staff.
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May 13, 2026

Growing Connections, Cultivating Stewardship: Supporting Community Outreach in the North Cascades

Stewardship doesn’t always begin on a trail — sometimes, it starts in a school garden. With continued support from WNPF, the Food Sustainability project is connecting students to their culture and to North Cascades National Park.
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May 4, 2026

Mother’s Day, the Earth Way: How to Celebrate Mother Earth With Your Kids

This Mother’s Day, let’s celebrate both the moms in our lives and Mother Earth. Whether it’s a walk, a story under the trees, or a giggle-filled cleanup mission, every small action helps shape a brighter future. When we teach kids to love the Earth, they grow up to protect it.
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April 29, 2026

A Partnership Rooted in Resilience: Restoring the Ozette Prairies in Olympic National Park

Tucked along the coast, the Ozette Prairies are home to species found nowhere else — and to a cultural legacy that stretches back thousands of years. Today, thanks to donor support through Washington’s National Park Fund, a new project is helping preserve this unique landscape.
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April 27, 2026

Climbing Higher for a Cause: Meet Trailblazer Kathryn Martini

Meet Trailblazer Kathryn Martini. She is an Amazon employee, four-time Mount Rainier climber, and passionate fundraiser. She wholeheartedly embodies the spirit of this program. Her story is one of courage, community, and a deep commitment to giving back to the parks that inspire us all.
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April 23, 2026

Trailblazer Kevin Bacher: Shaping the Future of Mount Rainier Volunteers

At Mount Rainier, there are many trails — but we think some of the most important pathways are built by people who lead the way for others to follow. Kevin Bacher is one of those people, with 30 years of public service including 23 years leading Mount Rainier’s volunteer program.
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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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