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Posted on: January 26, 2017

17-005 CANCELED Rockport State Park to host guest speaker Kevin Zobrist


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Contacts:
Toni Droscher, (360) 902-8604
Amos Almy, (360) 853-8461


UPDATE 2/9/17 — This event has been canceled. 


OLYMPIA – Jan. 26, 2017 – The Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission invites the public to learn about native trees at Rockport State Park with forestry professor and author Kevin Zobrist.

Zobrist’s presentation and hike are from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 11,  at the Discovery Center at Rockport State Park, 51905 State Route 20 (North Cascades Hwy.), Rockport. (Directions: https://goo.gl/maps/XjDVLu2Eau12)

Zobrist is an associate professor at Washington State University and oversees the Extension Forestry program in King, San Juan, Skagit, Snohomish and Whatcom counties. Zobrist also wrote the book, “Native Trees of Western Washington.”  Zobrist will bring his unique perspective as a forestry specialist to this event, starting with a short presentation on tree ecology followed by an hour hike in the forest for a close-up look at the different species in the park. Participants will learn how to identify trees, discover their special features and adaptations, their role in forest ecology and where they are likely to be found.

Dress for cold and wet winter weather with footwear suitable for very wet trails. For more information, contact Amos Almy, Interpretive Specialist, (360) 853-8461 or rockport@parks.wa.gov.

A $10 day-use pass or $30 annual Discover Pass is required for parking at Rockport State Park and can be purchased at the park office or Discovery Center.


About Rockport State Park

Rockport State Park features a rare, ancient forest that has never been logged—a perfect setting for discovering more about the native trees of Western Washington. The 670-acre park is open for day-use visits. For more information about visit: http://parks.state.wa.us/574/Rockport

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About Washington State Parks

The Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission manages more than 100 state parks and properties totaling approximately 120,000 acres. The Commission provides a variety of recreation opportunities for citizens and provides stewardship protection for a diverse array of natural, cultural and historic resources. State Parks’ statewide programs include long-distance trails, boating safety and winter recreation.


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Support state parks by purchasing your annual Discover Pass today, and enjoy a whole year of outdoor fun on Washington’s beautiful state-managed recreation lands. For more information, visit www.discoverpass.wa.gov. 

Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission
1111 Israel Road S.W.
P.O. Box 42650
Olympia, WA 98504-2650
Washington Telecommunications Relay Service: (800) 833-6388

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