Posts Tagged ‘Washington State Parks’
State Parks Commission Limiting Access to Lake Chelan, Lake Wenatchee
Anna Gill, Communications Director with the Washington State Parks & Recreation Commission talks with KOHO Morning Show host Chris Hansen about the agency’s recent action to limit access to numerous state parks, including Lake Chelan and Lake Wenatchee.
Read MoreAnnual Free Snowmobile Safety Course Next Saturday At Lake Wenatchee
Snowmobiling can be a great family activity. And having the proper skill set for riding a snowmobile and enduring outdoor winter conditions are what’s being taught at a snowmobile class next weekend.
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Horan Natural Area Open Houses
The Horan Natural Area has been a gathering spot for Native Peoples, home to the area first trading post and a pear orchard. Now land managers want to know how best to move forward with the area while maintaining the areas unique characteristics. Marcus Bellissimo reports.
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Sno-Park Permits Go On Sale Today For Winter Recreation
Sno-Parks allow folks to enjoy outdoor winter recreation such ascross-country skiing, fat-tire biking, snowmobiling, dog sledding, snowshoeing, tubing and other winter sports and snow play in areas maintained for those purposes. And this year, some confusion has been eliminated that dealt with Sno-Park permits and the Discover Pass, as Marcus Bellissimo reports.
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Changes To Sno-Park Permits,Which Go On Sale Nov. 1
With winter nearing and lower temperatures and the threat of snow already upon us, Sno-Parks throughout the state may be in use on the same day that Sno-Park permits go on sale, Nov. 1. The Washington State Parks Winter Recreation Program manages more than 3,000 miles of groomed snowmobile trails, 811 miles of groomed cross-country…
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Love Your State Parks? Help Develop Next Decade’s Parks Plan
What should State Parks focus on in the future? You’re invited to help the Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission with long-range strategic planning. Marcus Bellissimo has the details.
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KOHO Outdoor Report – Paddle Safe Week
This week’s KOHO Outdoor Report is all about safe water recreation. During Paddle Safe Week, the Washington State Parks Boating Program leads a statewide effort to increase safety awareness among those who kayak, canoe and stand up paddleboard. We also talk with Chelan County Emergency Management officials about wearing life jackets and knowing conditions before heading…
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It’s Paddle Safe Week – Know Water Risks Before Heading Out
Warmer weather means more people taking to the water to recreate. And Washington State Parks wants to increase safety awareness among a growing population of water sport enthusiasts. Marcus Bellissimo reports on Paddle Safe Week in Washington.
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Law enforcement Agencies Prepared For “Operation Dry Water” This Holiday Weekend
Boating and the 4th of July holiday weekend go hand-in-hand. Which is why law enforcement agencies marine patrols will be out on the water looking to keep everyone safe with “Operation Dry Water.” Marcus Bellissimo reports.
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State Parks, Trail Partners Commemorate ‘Rails-to-Trails’ Cross-Country Trail
The Great American Rail–Trail is a nearly 4,000-mile, multi-use trail that stretches from Washington State to Washington, D.C. Tomorrow, a national celebration recognizes the Palouse to Cascades Trail – as Washington becomes the westernmost state on the cross-country trail. Marcus Bellissimo reports.
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Guided Snowshoeing, Fat-Tire Biking, Other Winter Fun At State Parks Across NCW
Washington State Parks is asking you to take a hike. Well, inviting you actually to take a hike, for free on the first day of the new year. Marcus Bellissimo reports.
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