washington state recreation and conservation office

The Washington State Recreation and Conservation Office (RCO) has awarded $4.7 million for maintenance projects in 25 counties. The grant program was created by the Washington Legislature earlier this year to help local parks across the state with much-needed repairs...

Trails not only benefit those looking for a breath of fresh air, but also contribute benefits to the economy, environment and health. These benefits were revealed by two studies conducted by the Washington State Recreation and Conservation Office in collaboration with Washington Trails Association, Washington Bikes, and the University of Washington...

The Washington State Recreation and Conservation Office has awarded more $2.5 million in grants for various projects around the state. In Chelan County, they gave more than $280,000 to help develop Entiat Way Park. They also gave money to hire Entiat and Lake Wenatchee Snow Rangers...