Some lands are too important to lose
Stewards of Washington State Lands helps Washington communities protect and care for special public lands for people, wildlife, and future generations.
FEATURED CONSERVATION STORY
Morning Star
Moving conservation from inertia to permanent protection
When Trust Land Transfer funding dried up, a critical piece of the Morning Star Natural Resources Conservation Area was left unresolved. Stewards helped rebuild statewide support for the DNR Trust Land Transfer program, contributing to renewed funding and the permanent protection of more than 1,000 acres of old-growth forest, endangered species habitat, and rare plant communities.
2027-2029 TLT Projects
More places worth protecting
Across Washington, communities, Tribes, agencies, and conservation partners have identified special state trust lands that deserve a path to permanent protection. The DNR 2027–2029 Trust Land Transfer project list includes places that would protect forests, wetlands, wildlife habitat, community parks, Tribal lands, and public access.
JOIN THE TLT COALITION
Help protect Washington’s next special places
Stewards brings together Tribes, conservation organizations, community groups, businesses, elected officials, and public agencies to strengthen Trust Land Transfer and move important lands toward permanent protection.
There is a role for everyone: endorse the program, talk with legislators, identify important state trust lands in your community, contribute financially, or reach out to learn more.