Great Basin National Heritage Area
An environmental summary by the ENVS 560/L Watershed Systems class at CSUMB.
An environmental summary by the ENVS 560/L Watershed Systems class at CSUMB.
Managed by the Greenway Trust, the Mountains to Sound National Heritage Area spans from Seattle, to Ellensburg, Washington. The National Heritage Area encompasses three iconic habitat types to Washingtonians, the Puget Sound, the Cascade Mountains, and the shrub-steppe of Central Washington[1].
Overview
The Mountains to Sound National Heritage Area was designated as a National Heritage Area (NHA) on March 12, 2019, after 8 years of tireless advocacy. The area encompasses 1.5 million acres surrounding the interstate 90 corridor. Before becoming a NHA, the region was designated a National Scenic Byway, in 1998[2].
Mission
The Mountains to Sound NHA aims to protect the unique landscape from Seattle to Ellensburg, Washington, through coalition-based organization. The Mountains to Sound Greenway Trust promotes the conservation and enhancement of the region, ensuring a long-term balance between people and nature[1].
Activities
- The Greenway Trek
- a nine-day trek from Ellensburg, WA, to Seattle during the summer[1].
- Greenway Trips
- Scheduled trips throughout the summer that blend outdoor trips and on-the-ground education about the Greenway, while hiking, biking, or floating alongside other Greenway residents and passionate supporters[1].
Partnerships
The Mountains to Sound Greenway Trust partners with many organizations in the region. Each partnership targets one of the many goals of the NHA. The most notable partnerships are with the National Park Service, GeoEngineers, Green Trails Maps, K&L Gates, The Nature Conservancy, Perkins Coie LLP, Symetra, and The Trust for Public Land [1].
Links
External link to Mountains to Sound National Heritage Area
Disclaimer
This page may contain student work completed as part of assigned coursework. It may not be accurate. It does not necessary reflect the opinion or policy of CSUMB, its staff, or students.
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