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Washington State Dept of Natural Resources

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Managing, sustaining, and protecting the health & productivity of Washington's lands and waters.

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Washington State Dept of Natural Resources @wadnr.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
Right, but what if, and hear me out, what if going to see the salmon swim upstream fixes all of our problems?
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Washington State Dept of Natural Resources @wadnr.bsky.social · 02/09/2026
If you aren’t cheering on every little raindrop that is coming down, then we can’t be friends
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Washington State Dept of Natural Resources @wadnr.bsky.social · 21/08/2026
Admin is possibly losing their mind because they said they could hear the urban trees throwing shade…🤷
Trees lining the streets of Downtown Cashmere are casting shade, AND throwing some shade by saying "Oh so just because it feels 20 degrees cooler, you think you are cool now?", "Birch please", "I make oxygen, help filter water, AND help you stay cool…what has your contribution been today?", and "Looks like I am the only neighbor that gets better with age"
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Washington State Dept of Natural Resources @wadnr.bsky.social · 04/08/2026
Please stop flying your personal drones over wildfires. They can ground or collide with our firefighting aircraft, disrupting time critical firefighting and threatening people’s homes. Your photos are not worth someone’s home. If you fly, we can’t.
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Washington State Dept of Natural Resources @wadnr.bsky.social · 03/08/2026
Just three days into August, this is already the most challenging, devastating fire season our state has experienced in years. Our hearts are with the people all over our state who have had their lives turned upside-down by these disastrous wildfires.
Wildland firefighters pausing their work to observe the fireline of the Spokane Area Fires. Photo Credit: InciWeb
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Gov. Bob Ferguson @governorferguson.bsky.social · 02/08/2026
If youre not sure where to find evacuation maps and notifications for your area, @wadnr.bsky.social has posted links on their wildfire portal: dnr.wa.gov/wildfire-res...
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Wildfire Portal | Department of Natural Resources
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Washington State Dept of Natural Resources @wadnr.bsky.social · 01/07/2026
A wise woman once told me “Baby, you’re a firework”, so no need to risk a wildfire start, I guess I will be heading to the mirror for the fireworks show this weekend and leave myself in awe, awe, awe
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Washington State Dept of Natural Resources @wadnr.bsky.social · 17/06/2026
The trails and trailheads at Mount Si, Little Si, and Mount Teneriffe are closed until 0800 June 18, 2026 due to bear activity. Thanks to our colleagues at the Department of Fish and Wildlife and King County Search and Rescue for coordinating the response and safety of recreators in the area.
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Washington State Dept of Natural Resources @wadnr.bsky.social · 12/06/2026
For that first real heat wave it’s important to remember: water in you- good and hydrating you in water- cold and hypothermic
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Washington State Dept of Natural Resources @wadnr.bsky.social · 09/06/2026
Go big or go home does not apply to burning yard debris...go small I am begging you (after you check your local burn restrictions and make sure you have plenty of water nearby)
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Washington State Dept of Natural Resources @wadnr.bsky.social · 22/05/2026
"That one looks like a dog" "That one looks like ice cream" "That one looks like it cares about wildfire prevention"
A beautiful blue sky, with clouds that somehow resemble the words "Don't set the state on fire" and, miraculously happy little clouds AND a rainbow appeared too. Nature is beautiful.
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Washington State Dept of Natural Resources @wadnr.bsky.social · 19/05/2026
Not fight or flight, but a secret third thing where you panic and overshare the importance of studying up on our five stratovolcanoes and knowing if you are in a volcano hazard zone
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Washington Emergency Management Division @emd.wa.gov · 06/05/2026
Did you know our state has five active volcanoes? Congrats. You are now part of volcano awareness month. There’s lots of events this month, both in-person and online hosted by USGS, us, Pierce County, State Parks & others. Find details in the link: mil.wa.gov/news/volcano...
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Volcano Awareness Month includes in-person, online events
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Washington State Dept of Natural Resources @wadnr.bsky.social · 28/04/2026
There are few feelings as terrifying as realizing how many of you are pronouncing "geoduck" incorrectly.
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Washington State Dept of Natural Resources @wadnr.bsky.social · 22/04/2026
I’m not saying there is a “best way” to celebrate Earth Day, actually I am, and this map made by our geologists is it
A STUNNING patchwork map of the state of Washington with squares made by different geologists at the Washington Geological Survey. Methods used include collage, embroidery, curled paper, air-dry clay, sculpted foam, and even real rocks!
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Washington State Dept of Natural Resources @wadnr.bsky.social · 08/04/2026
Dark side of the moon has now become the brightest part of my day ❤️
A rare photo of the dark side of the moon from Artemis II, and in a shocking turn of events we learn that moon aliens are secretly WA wildfire advocates as they have so neatly written "Don't set the state on fire" on the back of the moon. 

Original PC: NASA
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Washington State Dept of Natural Resources @wadnr.bsky.social · 01/04/2026
"I want to sincerely apologize for my behavior through the years when I yell, scream, and just unleash rage while you try to enjoy the outdoors. I realize that my anger caused you to be fearful of my trails, and I deeply regret causing you that pain" says Raging River in their apology letter.
A picture of bikers on Raging River Trails. Above reads a headline "Raging River State Forest enters anger management courses". Next to the trail, new signage reads "Harmonious River Trail 1mi." and "Problem Solving Point 4.5mi." as the forest begins working on it's communication style and rebranding itself.
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Washington State Dept of Natural Resources @wadnr.bsky.social · 30/03/2026
When the hikers leave a trace despite your entire existence spent telling them not to
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Washington State Dept of Natural Resources @wadnr.bsky.social · 13/03/2026
Friday the 13th...and it's snowing... Not sure what kind of weird magic is going on but our mountain snowpack is here for it
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Washington State Dept of Natural Resources @wadnr.bsky.social · 25/02/2026
I may have a lot of regrets in life, but showing up prepared for a hike isn't one of them
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Washington State Dept of Natural Resources @wadnr.bsky.social · 06/02/2026
What if the Seahawks are really a million geoducks in a trench coat?
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Washington State Dept of Natural Resources @wadnr.bsky.social · 02/02/2026
How sweet, someone left an early Valentine's Day note for one of our foresters 😍
On a yellow post the words "Follow me home, wear my skin, assume my identity" are written in white
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Washington State Dept of Natural Resources @wadnr.bsky.social · 29/01/2026
Our wildfire team looking at the current snowpack in WA
A picture of Pepé the King Prawn, dressed in his Wildfire PPE, staring blankly in absolute SHOCK
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Washington State Dept of Natural Resources @wadnr.bsky.social · 28/01/2026
When we say "yield to horses" on the trail, this is what we actually mean
An image of a rainbow forest, with a majestic horse emerging. Over the image, text says "BEEP BEEP, GET OUT THE NEIGH" in a festive orange font
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Washington State Dept of Natural Resources @wadnr.bsky.social · 27/01/2026
Ya know, I thought a sunset past 5pm would fix everything...yet here we are...
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Washington State Dept of Natural Resources @wadnr.bsky.social · 23/01/2026
For years science has proven that nature is better than any and every past relationship, but now a stick, yes the lowly stick, has come to rise above them all.
A headline that reads "Cold weather phenomenon proves a stick can grow a better beard than your ex". Below is a photo of a man hunting for a hint of stubble on his face, and another photo of a stick rocking a beard that even Santa would be jealous of.
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Washington State Dept of Natural Resources @wadnr.bsky.social · 12/01/2026
Craters so beautiful, haters will say it's AI
A lidar image of the East Crater and West Crater at the apex of Mount Rainier
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Washington State Dept of Natural Resources @wadnr.bsky.social · 09/01/2026
✨ The mud expert has spoken✨ With recent wet weather, trails may have mud, puddles, and exposed roots. Please come prepared for these conditions, stay on the trail, and leave no trace.
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Washington State Dept of Natural Resources @wadnr.bsky.social · 05/01/2026
Do you have an inbox that's feeling overwhelming? Hit 'em with a "Let's circle back in the New Year", which gives you... 1. an air of mystery 2. the ol' razzle dazzle 3. plenty of time to get lost in the woods and never turn back
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Washington State Dept of Natural Resources @wadnr.bsky.social · 31/12/2025
It’s winter. The air is cold. The synths are very moody. And yes, you still need to hydrate.
A picture showing a flowery demogorgon breaking through the ceiling with the text "A winter hike without a full water bottle". Below is an image of Holly Wheeler screaming with the text "me"
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Washington State Dept of Natural Resources @wadnr.bsky.social · 17/12/2025
So THIS is what they mean by Rockin' Around the Christmas Tree....right?
The Washington Geological Survey's Christmas tree...appropriately placed right next to a free bowl of locally sourced coal. A sign in the bowl reads "Free coal for the NAUGHTY. Durham Mine, King County (near Black Diamond). You may want to transport in a sample bag."
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Washington State Dept of Natural Resources @wadnr.bsky.social · 15/12/2025
Pineapple is terrible on pizza, but even worse on an Express currently hitting Washington
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Washington State Dept of Natural Resources @wadnr.bsky.social · 03/12/2025
Ok #SpotifyWrapped... rude to call me out like that
A black and white graphic that reads "You eavesdropped on 4,687 minutes of other hikers' conversations (Good listening. Great family drama.)"
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Washington State Dept of Natural Resources @wadnr.bsky.social · 01/12/2025
"I asked my boss if..." Well I asked this northern flying squirrel and he approved of you taking the day off today to continue hibernating.
A northern flying squirrel hanging out on his porch on one of our squirrel boxes built and placed to help support northern spotted owl habitat.
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Washington State Dept of Natural Resources @wadnr.bsky.social · 19/11/2025
Panic is temporary...existential dread is forever
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Washington State Dept of Natural Resources @wadnr.bsky.social · 19/11/2025
When my seasonal depression starts overanalyzing motivational posters
My prized motivational poster with a salmon splasshing in a river that reads "Sink or swim" and in smaller text (my inner thoughts) reads "And I am choosing to flounder"
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Washington State Dept of Natural Resources @wadnr.bsky.social · 14/11/2025
What if we kissed after we died and our bodies are returning nutrients to the earth? 💖
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Washington State Dept of Natural Resources @wadnr.bsky.social · 05/11/2025
Still waiting for someone to get me some tsunami awareness jewelry 👀 I guess I will just keep scrolling dnr.wa.gov/tsunamis while I wait
A photo of Troy Bolton putting a "T" necklace on Gabriella Montez. Gabriella asks ""T as in Troy?" and Troy answers in pure disgust "No Gabriella. "T" as in tsunamis have hot Washington before and they will hit Washington again, which is why we celebrate Tsunami Awareness Day and you should go to dnr.wa.gov to prepare."
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Washington Emergency Management Division @emd.wa.gov · 05/11/2025
We’re seeing the potential for coastal flooding today and Thursday due to what’s commonly called “King Tides” in combination with storm events. If you see a flooded road, don’t risk your it vehicle. Try a different route. Don’t make an emergency worse for our busy first responders. #wawx
Graphic, in general, says: Costal flood hazards possible due to high tide flooding, compound flooding and beach erosion. Never drive through flooded roads. Respect barriers and road closed signs.
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Washington State Dept of Natural Resources @wadnr.bsky.social · 24/10/2025
Why do these big dark haunted houses keep getting more elaborate each year????
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Washington State Dept of Natural Resources @wadnr.bsky.social · 22/10/2025
Be sure to check your kid's Halloween candy. I just found a derelict vessel damaging the Puget Sound ecosystem inside of mine.
A shocking surprise of a derelict vessel inside, what I was expecting to be, a delicious REESE'S Peanut Butter Cup
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Washington State Dept of Natural Resources @wadnr.bsky.social · 21/10/2025
Reminder that the Cascadia Subduction Zone could go off at any minute. Please.
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Washington State Dept of Natural Resources @wadnr.bsky.social · 20/10/2025
Life during the #awsoutage
A beautiful view of the San Juan Islands from Oyster Dome
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Washington State Dept of Natural Resources @wadnr.bsky.social · 20/10/2025
Mondays are hard...so here is the forming of an adorable friendship at McLane Creek Nature Trail. You're welcome
The world's sweetest turtle (I can only assume) striking up a riveting conversation with a duck on a log.
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Washington State Office of the Insurance Commissioner @oicwa.bsky.social · 17/10/2025
Flood Awareness Friday! Flood season is on its way, and unless you have a flood insurance policy you won’t have coverage. Learn more about flood maps, flood danger and flood coverage on our podcast: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/w... @ecology.wa.gov @emd.wa.gov @wadnr.bsky.social #wawx #Flood
a graphic image depicting a flooded road with overlain text reading:
October is Flood Awareness Month
Listen to learn about flood maps and why flood insurance matters.
(Podcast details in caption)
www. insurance.wa.gov
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Washington State Dept of Natural Resources @wadnr.bsky.social · 15/10/2025
Make sure you are 🙌SAFE🙌 at home….or at school, the office, or stadium, with your earthquake go-bag. Head to www.shakeout.org/washington/ to register for this year's ShakeOut and to learn more about how you can be prepared when the next earthquake - ahem - strikes!
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Washington State Dept of Natural Resources @wadnr.bsky.social · 14/10/2025
Neat first date idea: We meet under a table at 10:16am on 10/16 and casually talk about our plans if a major earthquake hits Washington.
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Washington State Dept of Natural Resources @wadnr.bsky.social · 13/10/2025
No, this email does not find me well. I am on the trails, taking advantage of every moment of sunshine before the big dark. The email can’t even find me at all.
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Washington State Dept of Natural Resources @wadnr.bsky.social · 10/10/2025
🎥 POV: You’re a camera being set up to observe the next six months of rain to see if there is post-wildfire debris movement. 👀
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Washington State Dept of Natural Resources @wadnr.bsky.social · 02/10/2025
And, baby, that's showfish business for you ✨ That's right, this (not so Swift) star might be dressed for a new era, but has been hard at work for years helping us generate millions for restoring aquatic lands all over Washington. dnr.wa.gov/aquatics/she...
A stunning album cover with the words "The Life of a Showfish" in orange glittery letters. The album also features a geoduck, semi-submerged in water wearing a bedazzled top and looking their best in Washington's waters.On the back cover, the geoduck is wearing a new bedazzled top, and a Vegas-showgirl styled headdress, with large orange feathers imitating their natural siphon process. The list of songs is 1. The Fate of Ceviche, 2. Elizabeth Taylor, 3. Pearl, 4. Father Figure, 5. Largest Mollusk, 6. Ruin The Conference Bannquet Table, 7. Actually Romantic, 8. WA Wi$h Li$t, 9. Wood, 10. CENSORED!, 11. Siphon, 12. The Life of a Showfish (Feat. Sabrina Carpenter Ant).
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