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Branch News
SOAR Act Advances in U.S. House
We're one step closer to fixing the recreational permitting process that creates barriers for people to experience the outdoors. The Simplifying Outdoor Access for Recreation (SOAR) Act moves forward in the House - learn more and voice your support.
A Recap of Our 2020 Virtual Gala
On July 23, 2020, we hosted our first ever Virtual Fundraising Gala. While this was a departure from the in-person event we originally planned for April 4, we couldn’t be more thrilled with the results. You helped us not only reach our original goal of $425,000, but vastly surpass it! We're still tallying the final results, but we're elated to share that you helped us raise more than $457,000. Thank You!
Great American Outdoors Act Passes Congress - Set to Become Law!
HUGE NEWS! The most significant conservation funding bill in decades just passed the U.S. Congress and is expected to be signed into law. Learn more about the Great American Outdoors Act and thank your representatives for their support!
Action Alert! Keep Up the Momentum for Wild Olympics
Wild Olympics is on a roll! The House just passed the Protecting America’s Wilderness Act, which includes the Wild Olympics Wilderness and Wild and Scenic Rivers Act. Help us keep up the momentum and let your Senators know you support Wild Olympics!
Free CalTopo Trip Planning Webinar – Aug 5
Join us August 5 at 7pm for a free webinar instructing you on CalTopo use, hosted by the folks at CalTopo in coordination with the Seattle Navigation Committee.
Conservation Currents | A New Home for Our Goats: The Mountain Goat Translocation Plan
In this piece from Mountaineer magazine, Jim French tells the tale of transporting mountain goats out of the Olympics and into the Cascades with the help of his fellow Olympia Branch volunteers.