Methow Wildlife Corridor Phase 2
WWRP Applicant:
Dept of Fish & Wildlife
RCO Project Number:
93-821
County:
Okanogan
Legislative District:
12th
WWRP Category:
Critical Habitat
WWRP Grant:
$5,823,342
Project Type:
Acquisition
Acres Protected:
8460
Date Funded:
1991
Description:
Acquisition of mule deer winter range in the Methow Valley. The Methow Valley herd is Washington's largest migratory deer herd, consisting of more than 20,000 animals. Acquisition of this area will protect the critical migratory corridor for 65% of the herd and would provide for continued public enjoyment of the herd.
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Methow Wildlife Corridor Phase 2
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Acquisition of mule deer winter range in the Methow Valley. The Methow Valley herd is Washington's largest migratory deer herd, consisting of more than 20,000 animals. Acquisition of this area will protect the critical migratory corridor for 65% of the herd and would provide for continued public enjoyment of the herd.
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Location:
(Big Valley) Drive west on SR 20 beyond Winthrop approximately 4 miles. Big Valley is land between SR 20 and River. Open hay field areas.
(Big Valley) Drive west on SR 20 beyond Winthrop approximately 4 miles. Big Valley is land between SR 20 and River. Open hay field areas.
WHAT IS THE WWRP?
The Washington Wildlife and Recreation Program (WWRP) is a state grant program that creates and conserves local and state parks, wildlife habitat and working farms. The Washington State Recreation and Conservation Office administers WWRP grants, and the legislature funds the program.
