Take Action Today to save DNR Lands

Pausing to take in breathtaking views atop the summit of Mount Si, which is managed by DNR. By Deborah Richardson.

With one week left in this year's legislative session, there are very few chances remaining to keep important DNR lands like Mount Si, Rattlesnake Mountain and Lake Spokane open.  Along with nearly 20 other important recreation areas statewide, these lands could be on the closure list as soon as this month if the legislature does not act to preserve them. 

We need you to call your elected officials today and let them know how important these places are to you.

Please take a moment and call your Representatives and Senator and let them know that you want them include the Senate's proposal for DNR in the final negotiated budget. The Senate restores some funding to DNR, but most importantly, gives the agency the flexibility to spend money to keep these areas open. 

It's particularly important that you call if you are represented by leadership on any of the House and Senate's Fiscal Committees.  If your House delegation includes Representatives Linville, Darneille, Takko, Ericks or Sullivan, please make a call.  Likewise if your Senator is Margarita Prentice, Rodney Tom or Karen Fraser.

Call the legislative hotline at 1.800.562.6000. Don't know your legislators? You can find your elected officials here.