The Washington Wildlife and Recreation Program Trails Advisory Committee evaluates applications for grants in the Trails Category of the larger Washington Wildlife and Recreation Program.
These grants provide funding to acquire, develop, or renovate pedestrian, equestrian, bicycle, or cross-country ski trails.
Qualifications
- Live in Washington
- Have an interest in public policy
- Enjoy finding creative solutions and appreciate other perspectives
- Are interested in hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding, or another non-motorized trail activity
Support
- RCO will provide the training needed to evaluate grants
- Stipends are available to eligible committee members
Time Commitment
- 4-6 full days of virtual meetings every other summer (even years)
- Policy feedback time commitment varies
2022 Dates
Item | Date |
Technical Review Meeting | June 6-8 |
Evaluation Meeting | August 22-24 |
Results Meeting | September 1 |
Committee Members
Community Members
- Betsy Anderson, Seattle
- Anthony Marquez, Redmond
- Andy Stevenson, Port Angeles
- Mike Town, Duvall
- Alma Williams, Olympia
- James Eychaner, Lacey (alternate)
Local Agency Members
- Jill Marshall, City of Colville, Colville
- Brian Meyer, City of Woodinville, Woodinville
State Agency Members
- Lisa Anderson, State Parks and Recreation Commission, Olympia
- Cortney Higgins, Department of Natural Resources, Olympia
- Lauri Vigue, Department of Fish and Wildlife, Olympia
- Brian Wood, Department of Transportation, Olympia
Vacancies
- Local agency representatives
- Community member representatives from central and eastern Washington
Term Length
4 years
General Resources