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HomeMy WebLinkAbout052726 - WWRC May E-NewsALERT: BE CAUTIOUS This email originated outside the organization. Do not open attachments or click on links if you are not expecting them. Coalition E-News: May 2026   Summer is in sight, and to celebrate, we’re taking the WWRC show on the road! First stop: Spokane, where we’ll gather tomorrow with legislators, partners, and supporters for a Coalition Happy Hour before heading out to meet with lawmakers across Eastern Washington. These trips are a critical part of building support for the next phase of WA Wildlife and Recreation Program advocacy. And it’s not too late to join us - swing by 3100 E Olympic Ave, Spokane, WA 99271 (behind Hillyard Bicycle) tomorrow, May 28, from 5–7 p.m. for drinks, appetizers, and conversation with fellow outdoor enthusiasts. Speaking of advocacy, the Coalition has officially kicked off the first stage of our WWRP funding level development process. Earlier this month, our State Policy Committee reviewed the initial round of indicators and data shaping our 2027 funding ask, with another meeting scheduled later this month to discuss and vote on a recommended number. Big conversations ahead, including at our June 24 Board meeting when we'll finalize our funding ask. As always, thank you for your support. It helps keep us at the table during critical funding conversations and powers the outreach, relationship-building, and on-the-ground advocacy needed to champion projects across the state. Lots happening - and a long, exciting road ahead. Onward! Nathaniel Rees Policy & Communications Manager, WWRC <https://media2.charityengine.net/WF/_transactionServerFiles/1161/mayheader_202652014438296.png>   RSVP - "Meet the WWRC" Happy Hour in Tacoma <http://smartmailerclick.bisglobal.net/act_linkClick.aspx?sm_guid=OTc1MzYwfDc5MzUzNjg5fDF8amVmZmJvY2NAY28uamVmZmVyc29uLndhLnVzfDg3NDUwODN8aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cud2FnaXZlcy5vcmcvZG9uYXRlL1dpbGRsaWZlUmVjfDB8 MHwwfDExNjF8MHwwfHwxODA0MDExfDE1> You’re warmly invited to our "Meet the WWRC" Happy Hour in Tacoma on June 11, hosted by Washington Wildlife and Recreation Coalition Board member Jordan Rash! We’d love for you to join fellow outdoor advocates and local leaders who care about protecting and expanding access to Washington’s parks, trails, wildlife habitat, and community spaces. Event Details: June 11 | 5–7 p.m. | Home of Jordan and Sonja Rash. Residence Address and Directions provided upon RSVP, a few days prior to the event. Carpooling is encouraged. Come meet our staff and board, hear brief remarks from Senator Trudeau and Pierce County Executive Mello, and enjoy hearty appetizers featuring wild game and fish from Washington’s public lands, courtesy of our host, Jordan Rash! Please RSVP by June 8th by replying to Catherine Kemp at Catherine@wildliferecreation.org <mailto:Catherine@wildliferecreation.org.>   12 Months of WWRP: State Lands Development & Renovation <https://media2.charityengine.net/WF/_transactionServerFiles/1161/BoatMooredatPelicanBeach.JPG> From rugged shorelines to quiet island campsites, the Washington Wildlife and Recreation Program (WWRP) helps keep Washington’s shorelines accessible and sustainably-managed for future generations. This month’s featured project highlights how WWRP State Lands Development & Renovation grants are improving recreation opportunities on one of Puget Sound’s most remarkable islands. Pelican Beach Renovation and Development Tucked along the shores of Cypress Island, Pelican Beach Campground has long been a favorite stop for boaters, campers, and paddlers exploring Puget Sound. Protected from strong onshore winds and framed by sweeping views of the Cascades and eastern San Juans, it’s the kind of place that reminds visitors what makes Washington’s outdoors so special. Now, thanks to a $321,700 WWRP State Lands Development & Renovation grant awarded to the Washington Department of Natural Resources, Pelican Beach is getting important upgrades to improve both visitor experience and long-term sustainability. The project will renovate existing campsites, trails, boardwalks, staircases, fencing, kiosks, and picnic facilities while adding six new campsites and a new restroom. Read more. <http://smartmailerc lick.bisglobal.net/act_linkClick.aspx?sm_guid=OTc1MzYwfDc5MzUzNjg5fDF8amVmZmJvY2NAY28uamVmZmVyc29uLndhLnVzfDg3NDUwODR8aHR0cHM6Ly93aWxkbGlmZXJlY3JlYXRpb24ub3JnLzEyLW1vbnRocy1vZi13d3JwLXN0YXRlLWxhbmRzL WRldmVsb3BtZW50LXJlbm92YXRpb24tNy98MHwwfDB8MTE2MXwwfDB8fDE4MDQwMTF8MQ2>   Fred Felleman and Willy Gevers Join Coalition Board! <https://media2.charityengine.net/WF/_transactionServerFiles/1161/freddy.png> The Washington Wildlife and Recreation Coalition is thrilled to welcome two new members to our Board of Directors: Fred Felleman and Willy Gevers. Fred and Willy each bring decades of leadership, deep personal connections to Washington’s outdoors, and a strong commitment to conservation, recreation, and community stewardship. Their unique perspectives and experiences will help strengthen the Coalition’s work to protect and expand the parks, trails, wildlife habitat, and working lands that make Washington such a special place to live. Read more. <http://smartmailerclick.bisglobal.net/act_linkClick.aspx?sm_guid=OTc1MzYwfDc5MzUzNjg5fDF8amVmZmJvY2NAY28uamVmZmVyc29uLndhLnVzfDg3NDUwODV8aHR0cHM6Ly93aWxkbGlmZXJl Y3JlYXRpb24ub3JnL2ZyZWQtZmVsbGVtYW4tYW5kLXdpbGx5LWdldmVycy1qb2luLWNvYWxpdGlvbi1ib2FyZC98MHwwfDB8MTE2MXwwfDB8fDE4MDQwMTF8MQ2>   Renew Your 2026 Agency & Organization Membership Today If you’ve already renewed your Coalition membership for 2026, thank you! Your support makes our advocacy stronger, more effective, and better able to protect and invest in parks, recreation, and conservation across Washington. If you haven’t yet, please renew your annual membership and continue supporting our shared work to fund recreation and green spaces throughout our state. Contact catherine@wildliferecreation.org <mailto:catherine@wildliferecreation.org> to renew today. If you represent a municipality, county, nonprofit, land trust, or other organization that benefits from WWRP funding, we invite you to join us in 2026. Your membership demonstrates the strength of Washington’s partnerships, collaboration, and shared commitment to investing in parks, recreation, and conservation. The power of our Coalition and the strength of our advocacy comes from members like you - join us in 2026 and be part of the movement protecting Washington’s parks and green spaces for all! 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