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Preventing and responding to wildfires is a basic, core responsibility of government
The No. 1 priority for DNR and Commissioner Upthegrove during the 2026 Legislative session is working with legislators to restore the $60 million cut from the Wildfire Response, Forest… More
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Unanimous Approval Expands Endangered Species Habitat Protections in Snohomish County Conservation Area
The Washington Board of Natural Resources has unanimously conserved 1,049 acres of old-growth forests, endangered species habitat, and rare plant species in Snohomish County… More
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A prescribed fire operation to reduce the threat of catastrophic wildfire while promoting forest health and improving wildlife habitat near Kendall may begin as soon as Thursday, October 30
The Washington State Department of Natural Resources is planning a prescribed fire… More
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A prescribed fire operation to reduce the threat of catastrophic wildfire while promoting forest health and improving wildlife habitat near Suncrest may begin as soon as Wednesday, October 22
The Washington State Department of Natural Resources is planning a prescribed… More
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Board of Natural Resources Gives Unanimous Approval to Half-acre Transfer
The Washington State Board of Natural Resources has unanimously approved a transfer of approximately a half-acre of state trust land to Pierce County for future affordable housing. The parcels in… More
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New offering allows users to customize the number of locations and method of notification about upcoming prescribed burns
The Washington State Department of Natural Resources recently launched a new way for people to stay informed about prescribed burns near them or any… More
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A prescribed fire operation to reduce the threat of catastrophic wildfire while promoting forest health and improving wildlife habitat near Ellensburg may begin as soon as Monday, October 6
The Washington State Department of Natural Resources is planning a prescribed fire… More
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Funding will be distributed by DNR to four successful applicants in Central and Eastern Washington
The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced Tuesday that $200 million in funding is being invested in the federal Community Wildfire Defense Grant (CWDG) program… More
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A prescribed fire operation to protect and enhance ecological features at Rocky Prairie Natural Area Preserve near Tenino may begin as soon as Wednesday, September 24
The Washington State Department of Natural Resources is planning a prescribed fire operation on 5 acres… More
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Transfer will Improve Tribal Salmon Recovery Goals and Enhance Trust Land Management
The State Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has entered into a Direct Transfer agreement with the Stillaguamish Tribe to transfer three state trust land parcels for use in long-term salmon… More
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Some suppression repairs and forest health assessment activities may take place now, while others must wait for wetting rains
The Washington State Department of Natural Resources (DNR) Service Forestry Program and Southeast Region staff have begun working with landowners… More
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The Commissioner will also work with the Legislature to get the Washington State Department of Natural Resources (DNR) the authority and resources needed to enter innovative ecosystem services markets
Commissioner of Public Lands Dave Upthegrove today took action to… More
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Public access areas within the Natural Resources Conservation Area remain closed for infrastructure updates and repairs
The Washington Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has extended closure of the Merrill Lake Day Use Area and Campground for the foreseeable future to allow… More
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Proceeds from Auction Used to Acquire Income-Producing Lands to Benefit Schools, Local Services
The public is invited to an auction of state trust lands on August 14, 2025. The Washington State Department of Natural Resources (DNR) will auction three parcels of land in… More
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The tool helps evaluate and prioritize areas with the greatest need for tree cover in order to achieve tree equity statewide
American Forests and the Washington State Department of Natural Resources continued their years-long partnership on Tuesday by launching the… More
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Consistent hot, dry summer weather and wildfire activity are increasing danger and prompting the decision to ban all outdoor burning on lands under DNR fire protection in Eastern Washington, including campfires
The Washington State Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is… More
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Investigators Are Seeking Additional Witness Information in Human-Caused Red Bridge Road Fire
Department of Natural Resources (DNR) fire investigators are seeking the public’s help in the investigation of the Red Bridge Road fire near Cle Elum.
The fire was first reported on… More
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Members of the public can now view live feeds from the 21 cameras DNR and Pano AI have positioned around the state for early wildfire detection
Live webcam feeds allow curious people to watch jumping salmon, roosting eagles and frolicking pandas from their homes,… More
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Commissioner Dave Upthegrove Commits to Giving the Community Two Years to Find an Alternative Use for the Property
Today Commissioner of Public Lands Dave Upthegrove announced that the State Department of Natural Resources (DNR) and Blue Fern Management, LLC (Blue Fern)… More
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Protected Wetland Named in Honor of Late Environmental Scientist Karin Osterhaug
The Washington State Board of Natural Resources has officially approved the designation of an 80-acre peat bog in King County as Kari’s Bog, honoring the life and legacy of environmental scientist… More
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