Find a Grant - Recreation and Conservation Office Interested in investing in a recreation or conservation project? Use the state's online tool to find the best grant for you.

Don't wait! Applications are due April 30 and the next chance to apply for these grants isn’t until 2028.

Learn more: rco.wa.gov/recreation-a...
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We’re accepting applications for the Aquatic Lands Enhancement Account, Boating Infrastructure Grant, Community Forests Program, Washington Wildlife and Recreation Program (all four programs), and the Youth Athletic Facilities program.
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Aerial of the City of Bremerton’s docks and moorage, which were built using a grant from the Recreation and Conservation Office. Text on graphic: Accepting applications for spring grants.

Time is running out to submit your application for your community’s next boating facility, park, trail or another outdoor recreation or conservation need.
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The final day of #PugetSoundDayOnTheHill 2026 is a wrap and we’re about to head home inspired (and a little exhausted - but in a good way).

Thank you to our federal and local partners, Tribal leaders, speakers, and everyone who attended and shared their passion for #PugetSound.

Learn more about the project: secure.rco.wa.gov/prism/search...
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RCO is proud to have provided a $1.5 million grant to help fund the new fields and other amenities and improvements.

Attend the ribbon cutting at 5 p.m. on April 24 to celebrate the new fields and stick around for the drone show that starts at 8:15 p.m.
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Aerial of the new sports fields at the Gig Harbor sports complex.

Soccer, football, lacrosse, t-ball, ultimate frisbee, and more can now be played at the new sports fields at the Gig Harbor sports complex.

The fields can be reserved year-round by teams, clubs, organizations, or individuals, and thanks to ample lighting, for evening use as well!
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Thank you to @repkimschrier.bsky.social for meeting with us today during #PugetSoundDayOnTheHill. We had a great discussion about the work being done to promote salmon & #PugetSound recovery, and why it deserves strong funding.

Thank you to Congresswoman Schrier for your continued support!

Grassy field full of white petalled-wildflowers with a large mountain looming in the distance and a lake of water at its base. Text on graphic: We’re hiring; applications close April 14 at 11:59 p.m.

Reminder: We're hiring an outdoor grants manager and the position closes tomorrow at 11:59 p.m.

If you’re friendly, detail-oriented, and passionate about outdoors recreation and conservation, get your application in:
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Day 1 of Puget Sound Day on the Hill is in the books! Thank you to everyone who attended today - we’re just getting started. We’re back at it tomorrow, continuing to advocate for #PugetSound recovery. Follow our social media channels for update throughout the week & learn more at https://psdoth.org/

As part of Puget Sound Day on the Hill, hear from leaders across the fishing industry, policy, & Tribal communities in the live panel: How Habitat & Clean Water Support American Seafood.

- Tuesday April 14
- 12:00–1:00 PM PT
- Watch on TVW: https://bit.ly/4c7zksv

Learn more: https://bit.ly/4263qXo

Restroom with colorful graphics depicting naturing. A new playground is visible in the distance.

Learn more about the new park and the grand opening celebration: cityoflakewood.us/wards-grand-...
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Large dirt jump on the bike track

Attend the celebration and enjoy free hot dogs, a bike raffle, or attend one of the other free community events being hosted.
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Gated dog park

The City of Lakewood used RCO grants and other funds to complete this multi-year renovation and is hosting a grand opening event on April 25 to celebrate.
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Map of Wards Lake Park with new features highlighted, which include the dog park, bike track, pump track, a new restroom and playground. Text on image: Swipe left for more photos.

Say “Hello!” to the new and improved Wards Lake Park! There’s a dog park, bird blind, playgrounds, walking trails, an off-road bike track, and more.
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Next week, we’re meeting with members of Congress in Washington DC for Puget Sound Day on the Hill to advocate for investment in Puget Sound recovery!

Even if you're not attending you can livestream events and keep up to date via our social media channels: https://psdoth.org/

#PSDOTH #SaveOurSound

Outdoor Grants Manager The hiring manager reserves the right to make a hiring decision at any time. It will be in your best interest to apply as soon as possible.  Application review will begin after the closing date of Apr...

The ideal candidate is someone who is friendly, detail-oriented, and passionate about outdoors recreation and conservation. If that sounds like you, apply now: www.governmentjobs.com/careers/wash...
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This position supports various grant programs that provide statewide funding for a broad range of land conservation efforts, habitat restoration, and outdoor recreation projects.
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Grassy field full of white petalled-wildflowers with a large mountain looming in the distance and a lake of water at its base. Text on graphic: We’re hiring

We’re hiring an outdoor grants manager for the Recreation and Conservation Grants Section. This is a full-time position that can be done anywhere in Washington state but will need to occasionally travel to Olympia for meetings and other functions.
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Advisory Committees - Recreation and Conservation Office Learn more about how to volunteer with the Recreation and Conservation Office and make a difference for Washington's great outdoors.

Advisors review and provide feedback on grant applications, score them, and offer policy input. The work is done independently from your home in July and September.

Learn more: rco.wa.gov/get-involved...
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You can help determine the type of projects that the state is investing in by becoming an advisor on the Planning for Recreation Access advisory committee.
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Graphic encouraging people to serve on the Planning for Recreation Access advisory committee. A child dangling from bright green monkey bars. Text on graphic: Join the Advisory Committee. Advisors help ensure state money is invested in planning projects for communities that have limited access to outdoor recreation opportunities. As an advisor you will provide feedback on grant applications, score grant applications, and occasionally, offer policy input. Apply now at rco.wa.gov/advisor

In May, we’ll be offering a grant for communities wanting to create more outdoor recreation access.

This grant can be used for a variety of planning projects and would prepare the applicant to apply for funds in the future to develop the plan.
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RCO is proud to have provided a $1.2 million grant to help fund replacing the track and replacing the grass field with multipurpose synthetic turf.

Learn more about the project: secure.rco.wa.gov/prism/search...
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Images showing the old field and track conditions and an aerial of the new field, with the track still being worked on.

Get ready, Eatonville! The school district is cutting the ribbon on the renovated Arrow Lumber Stadium & B.W. Lyon Field on May 1, just in time for Community Day.

The ribbon cutting is at 12 p.m. at the field. Stick around afterward because the Community Day festivities start soon after.
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Find a Grant - Recreation and Conservation Office Interested in investing in a recreation or conservation project? Use the state's online tool to find the best grant for you.

It’s also a great time to apply for one of our grants to build parks, trails, athletic fields and boating facilities and conserve wildlife habitat and working farms and forests.

Find a grant: rco.wa.gov/recreation-a...
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Field of wildflowers in front of a snow-capped mountain. Text on image: Spring Grants, accepting applications

Spring is here and outdoor recreation is our vibe!

It’s a great time to get outside and enjoy many of the public lands and recreational activities Washington offers like fishing, hunting, walking and rolling on trails, and more.
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Evening hikes for late sunsets. A waterfall.

Packwood Lake and trail info.

Knothead Loop and trail info.

Salt Creek Recreation Area and trail info.

Tomorrow marks the first day of #spring, making now the perfect time to hit an after-work hike.

That’s why we’ve curated a list of 18 evening trails for when sunset starts later ⬇️

Dozens of people in coats and beanies walk along a path that hugs Capitol Lake on a cloudy day.

A group of people listen to a tour guide on a paved path lined with a row of trees near the lake.

A lake reflects a blue and yellow sunset with dark trees and a gray Legislative building in the background.

Thanks to everyone who attended our tours at Capitol Lake! Over 300 local residents recently joined us at Heritage Park to learn about the estuary restoration project.

Several people riding horses in a hillside area covered in tall, brown-yellow grass. Text on graphic: Help us improve this program! Comments due March 19

Time is running out to provide comments on our proposed changes to the Nonhighway and Off-road vehicle Activities Program.

Learn more about the proposed Nonhighway and Off-road vehicle Activities Program changes: rco.wa.gov/wp-content/u...

Today, March 9th, we observe Billy Frank Jr.’s birthday. Billy Frank, Jr. (Nisqually) was a tireless advocate for Indian Treaty rights and environmental stewardship. Billy Frank Jr, a founding member of the Partnership Leadership Council and is pictured here with Martha Kongsgaard in 2010.