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Photo: Washington Conservation Action staff

Thank you for supporting us on Giving Tuesday! Our Patagonia Giveaway was a huge success, and we're nearly halfway to our year-end fundraising goal for the Washington Conservation Action Education Fund! Patagonia is matching donations until December 31st, and you can still make tax-deductible donations here. [[link removed]]

On November 12, the Forest Practices Board voted to update an existing rule to provide long-needed, larger forested buffers along headwater streams. This decision was a huge win after nearly a quarter-century of hard work! More than 800 of you took the time to comment in support of the updated rule. Together, we successfully pushed back against industry and kept the record straight. Read more here. [[link removed]]

Photo: Environmental Lobby Day rally at the state Capitol

The 2026 Washington Legislative Session kicks off on January 12, 2026. WCA is part of the Environmental Priorities Coalition, which brings together more than 25 statewide organizations to advocate for strong environmental policies in the state Legislature.

Next year, the state budget will remain a focus to ensure state dollars for climate and toxic pollution reduction are not swept away. Other major issues include funding to protect communities from the threat of wildfires and to confront the impacts of data centers.

Stay tuned for an upcoming announcement of our 2026 legislative priorities. In the meantime, sign up to become a [[link removed]] legislative advocate! [[link removed]]

Photo: Democracy Lobby Day organizers on the Capitol steps

Protecting our democracy goes hand in hand with ensuring our environment and communities thrive. That’s why we’re inviting you to advocate for voting justice during the 2026 Legislative Session. Join us for Democracy Lobby Day on Friday, January 23. Engage with democracy policy experts, rally on the Capitol steps, and attend meetings with your legislators. Save your spot here. [[link removed]]

Save the date on December 8, when we will release the 2026 State of our Forests and Public Lands! This report evaluates and grades the Commissioner of Public Lands and the Department of Natural Resources’ management of Washington’s forests and public lands. Read past reports here [[link removed]].

Our biannual publication Convene will be hitting your mailboxes soon! In this issue, we’ll cover stories holding utility company Pacific Power accountable, looking into statewide community wildfire efforts, and celebrating our growing democracy program. Read past issues here [[link removed]].

There’s still time to get our limited edition ‘Nature’s Fan Club’ t-shirts! Get the perfect gift for your loved ones this holiday season, or treat yourself! We partnered with zero-waste apparel company, Recover, to raise funds to support our work in protecting people and nature as one. Get yours before December 31. After that, they’re gone forever. [[link removed]]

The We Are Puget Sound photo exhibit is live in Tacoma at the Foss Waterway Seaport [[link removed]] through December 31. The in-person exhibit is designed to inspire urgent action to restore Puget Sound’s health. It features work from regional photographers showcasing individuals working to find solutions to protect the Puget Sound’s waters, wildlife, health, and economic prosperity. Admission to the Foss Waterway Seaport is free!

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