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Fern Cove

Status
Funded in 1994
WWRP Applicant: Vashon Park District WWRP Category: Urban Wildlife Habitat WWRP Grant: $398,500 Applicant Match: $398,500 Project Type: Acquisition County: King  Legislative District: 34th 

Protection for Fern Cove Estuary uplands and tidelands at the mouth of the Nettle-Shinglemill Creek Watershed located on Vashon Island. The site is pristine and offers excellent opportunities for planned education and interpretive activities by local schools. The 14.5-acre acquisition provides ecosystem protection, accessibility for the community, and kayaking possibilities.

RCO Project Number: 93-0079

Location

Fern Cove is located on the Northwest side of Vashon Island.

Red Marker Fern Cove
Protection for Fern Cove Estuary uplands and tidelands at the mouth of the Nettle-Shinglemill Creek Watershed located on Vashon Island. The site is pristine and offers excellent opportunities for planned education and interpretive activities by local schools. The 14.5-acre acquisition provides ecosystem protection, accessibility for the community, and kayaking possibilities.
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What is the WWRP?

The Washington Wildlife and Recreation Program (WWRP) is a state grant program that creates and conserves local and state parks, wildlife habitat and working farms. The Washington State Recreation and Conservation Office administers WWRP grants, and the legislature funds the program.

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