State Awards More Than $67 Million for Outdoor Recreation and Habitat Conservation

The Washington State Recreation and Conservation Office (RCO) has awarded more than $67 million in grants for 105 projects statewide to expand outdoor recreation opportunities and conserve critical wildlife habitat.

The funding will help build parks, improve recreational facilities, and protect important natural areas.

In Chelan and Douglas counties, the following projects were awarded funding:

Chelan County – Grant Awarded: $380,788

Developing the Bear Mountain Trailhead

The Chelan County Natural Resources Department will design and build a new trailhead at the Chelan Coulees Preserve, about eight miles west of Chelan. The project will include up to 15 parking spaces, a restroom, a gate, and signage.

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