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Woodard Bay NRCA 00
- Status
- Funded in 2001
This acquisition will enhance the Woodard Bay Natural Resource Conservation Area and the viability of an urban wildlife habitat in a rapidly developing residential area. Acquisition will ensure that the site continues to provide important habitat for species including nesting bald eagles, a significant heron rookery, and the largest harbor seal nursery in south Puget Sound. With habitat ranging from shoreline to wetlands, to mature second growth forest, homes for shorebirds and songbirds, river otters, and a colony of bats will continue to be protected at Woodard Bay NRCA. Located within minutes of downtown Olympia, the NRCA offers many opportunities for environmental education. With this acquisition, nature trails will continue to reward hikers with views of tideland, old growth cedar and a myriad of wildlife.
Location
Located approximately 5 miles north from downtown Olympia off of Sleater Kinney Road. On Henderson Inlet - Woodard and Chapman Bays.
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Woodard Bay NRCA 00
- This acquisition will enhance the Woodard Bay Natural Resource Conservation Area and the viability of an urban wildlife habitat in a rapidly developing residential area. Acquisition will ensure that the site continues to provide important habitat for species including nesting bald eagles, a significant heron rookery, and the largest harbor seal nursery in south Puget Sound. With habitat ranging from shoreline to wetlands, to mature second growth forest, homes for shorebirds and songbirds, river otters, and a colony of bats will continue to be protected at Woodard Bay NRCA. Located within minutes of downtown Olympia, the NRCA offers many opportunities for environmental education. With this acquisition, nature trails will continue to reward hikers with views of tideland, old growth cedar and a myriad of wildlife.
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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.
