Many lands in the Alps have been preserved and wildlife habitat protected, but reconnecting this habitat with the wider landscape is still a work in process. (Photo credit: Ben Babusis)
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Ancient volcanic mud flows, 40 million year old river and swamp deposits that later turned into coal, and a fascinating rockfall that Harvey Manning once called a quarry--all these and more we covered on a hike on Cougar Mt.
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The recent passing of Harriot Stimson Bullitt reminded us of the famous fireplace on Squak Mt. and the gift of land in the heart of the Issaquah Alps.
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What’s so high about “High Point.” Learn that and more in this article about the bygone era of the High Point Mill.
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New City parkland to have trail connections with Squak Mt. State Park.
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The trails disturbed by the timber harvest on Tiger Mt. are about to be rebuilt better than ever.
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Many trails in the Alps need maintenance. Now new funding out of Olympia may help clear the backlog.
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Saved from development, the former Bergsma property is on a pathway that would make its new namesake’s legacy proud.
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The new Snoqualmie Tribe Ancestral Forest is located in the Tolt River watershed.
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Noxious weeds and invasive plants are finding a home in the Issaquah Alps. Join us on hikes and learn from experts on how to identify and control these plants.
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Work began recently on a new housing development not far from the land targeted for preservation by Save Coal Creek. Is it a sign of things to come? We certainly hope not.
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What is next for the lands and trails impacted by the recent timber harvest.
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A development permit to build homes on the land is still in process at the City of Bellevue. Please sign the petition to preserve this land and sign up for regular updates from the Save Coal Creek Steering Committee.
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Forty years ago, there was a turning point in the management of Tiger Mountain as the DNR moved towards the creation of the Tiger Mountain State Forest. Let’s reflect on those happenings and the value of raising a voice of advocacy for our public lands.
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Our 2021 year-end impact report and financial update.
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2022 has gotten off to a fresh start with the arrival of our new Executive Director.
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Congratulations to our photo contest winner Wendy Harrington!
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Winter is officially upon us, but that doesn’t mean that the hiking season has come to an end. Whether there be rain or snow, or even a few brief respites of sun, the outdoor adventures can carry on.
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On December 6th the Issaquah City Council voted unanimously to adopt Issaquah’s first Climate Action Plan!
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