Skagit Peregrine Eyrie #1

Category Overview

Critical Habitat projects are our state’s primary tool for conserving important fish and wildlife habitat. These projects protect the rich and diverse habitats in our forests, prairies, and wetlands. These funds help maintain our state’s biodiversity and protect species that are popular for hunting, birding, and other outdoor recreation, and are critical for the health of our salmon and fish populations.

Project Highlights

This agreement involved the secured purchase of a productive peregrine falcon eyrie site near the Skagit/Whatcom County line. The 244-acre site has rock cliffs and outcrops for nesting sites and is located in a rich marine environment, providing good food sources for the falcons.

Quick Facts

WWRP Applicant: Fish & Wildlife Dept of Category: Critical Habitat WWRP Grant: $1,664,747.39 Applicant Match: $0.00 Project Type: Acquisition County: Whatcom Legislative District: 42 Status: Closed Completed RCO Project # 91-832

Location Details

Western Whatcom County

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.