Category Overview
Washington is famous for its gorgeous and abundant waterways, from the Salish Sea to the Nisqually River, but many communities lack open public beaches and waterfronts where everyone can enjoy picnicking, swimming, paddling, boating, and angling. Water Access projects fund public shoreline access, boat launches, and fishing docks to create more opportunities for water recreation.
Project Highlights
Real Property Acquisition: Land – Mason County used the RCO grant to purchase approximately 58 acres at the head of North Bay in Mason County between Allyn and Victor. The acquisition included about 37 acres of upland forest, 18 acres of marine riparian forest, 3.25 acres of tidal wetlands, 3,875 feet of unnamed freshwater tributaries, and 2.010 feet of North Bay marine shoreline. The planned use of the property remains the same and the majority of the property will be left undisturbed in its natural condition. The acquisition of the property by Mason County achieved the intentions of the grant. The purchase of the property was completed within the allowed budget and grant funding limits, as well as within the Agreement time frame. The Deed of Right to use Land for Public Outdoor Recreation Purposes was signed by all appropriate parties by June 30, 2017 and was recorded by the Mason County Assessor on 8/30/2017.