After 17 years, Monroe youth racing nonprofit at risk of losing lease
MONROE—Since 2007, the Washington Quarter Midget Association (WQMA) has been putting kids behind the wheel in Monroe. The idea of 5-year-olds driving might turn some heads, but “safety is the club’s number one concern,” per the Evergreen State Fair’s official website. “All drivers must have seat belts, racing jackets, gloves, full-face helmets, and neck and […]
Whitehorse Campground with equestrian campsites now open
DARRINGTON, Wash., July 13, 2023 – The Whitehorse Campground near Darrington is officially open after completing Phases 1 and 2 of construction. This is Snohomish County’s first campground with equestrian campsites. Phase 2 added 12 non-utility campsites, an ADA-shower-equipped restroom building, and native plantings around the campground. Reservations are now open. The campground is located […]
$20 million Kayak Point Regional Park improvement project kicks off
STANWOOD, Wash., July 8, 2023—Improvements to the Kayak Point Regional Park began on July 7, that will provide additional recreation space, move parking away from the shoreline, improve the boat launch, replace failing water lines and buckling asphalt, and incorporate habitat enhancements. “This project will provide better recreational access, environmental improvements, and replace aging infrastructure,” […]
Meadowdale Beach Park & Estuary Restoration Project wins awards
EDMONDS, Wash., June 7, 2023 – The Meadowdale Beach Park & Estuary Restoration Project was recently awarded both the National Recreation & Park Association (NRPA)’s “Innovation in Conservation Award” and the Puget Sound Regional Council (PSRC)’s “Vision 2050 Award” for the extensive restoration project. This project is regionally significant for its role in salmon recovery and […]
Evergreen State Fair Park says goodbye to Building 400 after nearly 70 years of memories
MONROE, Wash., February 22, 2023—The tan painted wooden clad Commercial Building 400 that attracted millions of visitors over the span of approximately 66 years with activities at the Evergreen State Fair will be replaced with a new plaza. Snohomish County Executive Dave Somers joined Evergreen State Fair Board members and county staff to a Golden […]
Two Vacancies on the Snohomish County Parks Advisory Board
SNOHOMISH COUNTY, August 4, 2022—Do you love parks, trails, open spaces and great places to recreate? Are you passionate about recreation or interested in how parks, trails and other recreation facilities are planned, designed, built and operated? Then this may be a great opportunity for you! There are currently two vacancies on the Snohomish County […]
Final Lord Hill Regional Park Preferred Plan released
SNOHOMISH, Wash., July 8, 2022 – The Snohomish County Division of Parks and Recreation released the final Lord Hill Regional Park Preferred Plan yesterday. The 114-page report outlines the history of the intensive planning process and the plan for the future, which includes a comprehensive trail system and signage plan. This updated cohesive system will […]
Woman shot by pellet gun at Picnic Point Park
LYNNWOOD, Wash., April 14, 2022 – A woman was shot in the head by what she believed was some sort of pellet gun Tuesday, April 12, while taking one of her daily strolls through Picnic Point Park. Thien Truong encountered a group of three high school-aged boys while walking with her dog and husband in […]
Take the 2021 Snohomish County Parks survey
SNOHOMISH COUNTY, Wash., April 22, 2021 – The Snohomish County Parks, Recreation & Tourism Division launched a survey today to gather input from residents. The Snohomish County Parks Visioning Survey can be accessed at the division website: www.snocoparks.org. This survey will collect feedback about park facilities and programs, user priorities and values, as well as […]
Over 3 tons of food collected at Evergreen State Fair for local food banks
The three-hour drive-thru event honored the start of the Evergreen State Fair and will provide 7,743 meals to those in need across Snohomish County By Rose Smith | Snohomish County Parks, Recreation, & Tourism Featured photo caption: County Councilwoman Megan Dunn (left) presenting Volunteers of America Western Washington with a check for $1600 at the […]
