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*October 2023*





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*You**?**can try backpacking at Washington state parks: here's how!*

If you've ever wanted to backpack but weren't sure where to begin, here's your chance!

Several Washington state parks have walk-in sites within a half mile of parking, and others have unique overnight sites a bit farther away.

With our sites, you can take your camping to the next level without buying tons of gear or committing to a thru-hike.

Check out?AdventureAwaits.com [ [link removed] ] for our latest blog on the topic.






*Winter is coming! Are you ready?*






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Sno-Park passes go on sale Nov. 1
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If winter?s your jam, you?re probably psyched for snowshoeing, skiing, snowmobiling, sledding, and of course, throwing snowballs!

Things get real Nov. 1 when 2023-2024 Sno-Park passes go on sale. You can buy season permits online [ [link removed] ], or from a nearby vendor [ [link removed] ], and be sure to check our winter rec webpage [ [link removed] ] for?openings, weather, road conditions, grooming schedules, tips, resources and more!



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'Tis the season to prep for winter?
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Several parks, notably those that get snow, close between late October and early April. A few of these parks stay open as Sno-Parks, but most shut their campgrounds until spring.

Be sure to plan ahead! Please check the winter schedule [ [link removed] ] at your destination of choice before heading out to our parks.?






Purchase your Off-season Senior Citizen Pass

October 2023

Are you 62 or older and a WA State resident who likes coming to parks in the off-season (when they?re quiet)?

If so, we have discounted passes for you! Apply [ [link removed] ] for an off-season senior citizen discount pass and reserve free camping and moorage (utility fees still apply for hook-up sites) between Oct. 1 and March 31, plus Sun - Thurs in April!

Want to buy your pass in person? Call (360) 902-8844 or [email protected]?to make an appointment.

"Photo by Freya Fennwood"







Cozy up in a cabin or yurt

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With colder weather approaching, we know many of you won't be jumping at the chance to go camping. But, what if we told you could stay nice and toasty, while still getting to experience the great outdoors?

If you don't already know, many of our parks have reservable cabins and yurts for you to enjoy. They come in all different shapes and sizes, depending on your need and where you would like to visit.?

Just imagine, a crisp fall or winter day, getting to play outside and then having somewhere warm to come back to, to sip your hot chocolate and curl up on the couch, enjoying time with your family and friends.

Visit our website [ [link removed] ] to check them out!







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*CALENDAR OF EVENTS* [ [link removed] ]


While most parks slow down this month, a little bird (or bat) whispered in our ear about some special park events coming up later this month.




We are falling for fall events!

* Fort Flagler State Park [ [link removed] ] - View the Batteries in a New Light | Oct. 21, 2 p.m.
* Lake Sammamish State Park [ [link removed] ] - Run with Kokanee | Oct. 22, 7:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.
* Moran State Park [ [link removed] ] -?Fall Wonder Camp: Mushroom & Lichen Dyeing Retreat | Oct. 27 -29
* Lake Sammamish State Park [ [link removed] ] - Issaquah Schools Foundation "Monster Mash" 5K Fun Run | Oct. 28, 7 a.m. - 12 p.m.?







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