WE BELIEVE
OUTDOOR RECREATION
Matters.
WELCOME TO THE BIG TENT
The Umbrella Organization for the voice of Outdoor Recreation in Washington State.

The mission  of the Big Tent  is to promote sustainable, diverse, equitable, and inclusive outdoor experiences in Washington state through advocacy and education.

What we do:  The Big Tent advocates for sustainable state funding for recreation and conservation lands as well as sustainable and equitable development and human interaction with those lands.

Vision:  The Big Tent envisions a Washington where elected leaders, businesses, nonprofits, and residents are working together to create a more inclusive and equitable outdoor experience for all. We want to find ways to use outdoor recreation to fuel economic activity and sustain healthy outcomes in our communities.

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#RecreateResponsibly to Protect Yourself, Others, and the Outdoors

During this public health crisis, spending time in outdoor spaces has become even more important for many Americans. Yet these unusual circumstances mean that all of us, from seasoned outdoor enthusiasts to families heading out to their local park for the first time, could use a little guidance about how to stay safe. The Recreate Responsibly guidelines offer a starting point for getting outside to keep yourself healthy and to maintain access to our parks, trails, and beaches. [ LEARN MORE ]

 

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We Represent Outdoor Recreation

The power of the Big Tent lies not with any individual or with any shiny advertising or marketing campaigns, but with the combined weight of dozens of organizations and agencies who believe in the collective value of outdoor recreation.

We are an organic group, with no Executive Director.  We come together periodically, meet on an as-needed basis, and gather each year in Olympia to show policy-makers and opinion leaders that outdoor recreation is a critical sector in Washington, one that brings jobs, revenue, active and healthy living, and tourism to a state blessed with mind-numbing natural beauty.  
 
On this website you will find a statement about who we are and how we came to be; a listing of our current members; contacts; information about how you can join us; meeting announcements; links to press releases and topical articles; and of course some background pictures of the outdoors.
 
We hope you find this site helpful, and that you won’t hesitate to tell us how we can add to it and improve.  It belongs to all of us who marvel at the stunning natural resources which make Washington a special place in which to live, work, and play.  Thanks for stopping by!

Washington Legislative Sportsmen's Fish-In & Annual Shootout at Littlerock Events
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Washington Legislative Sportsmen's Fish-In & Annual Shootout at Littlerock Events

Monday, February 15, & Tuesday February 23, 2016

30 of the fish are tagged for absolutely great prizes. Thank you Puget Sound Anglers, Coastal Conservation Association, Trout Unlimited, Northwest Sport Fishing Industry, Northwest Marine Trade Association, and the National Assembly of Sportsmens Caucuses. And, a big thanks to Troutlodge without whose help this would not be possible.
 
Along with kids fishing there will be a legislators fishing derby! House Democrats and Republicans will fish for the highest total weight caught! Senate will do the same.
 
There will be a press event at 12:30 to tout recreational fishing in Washington State. This is a billion dollar economy for us. Yes! This is the first ever fishing tournament on the Olympia campus! Probably the first on any state capital campus for that matter. And if that isn't enough there is......
 
THE ANNUAL SHOOTOUT AT LITTLEROCK
 
Please join legislators and staff at this annual event designed to promote the positive, family oriented fun in the shooting sports. At 11:00 AM we will assemble for updates both from you and from legislative leaders.
 
This year we are expanding the opportunities for you to develop relationships with legislators by extending an invitation to the shootout. Please join us. I see these legislators every day. But, we don't get to see you.
 
There will be food and fun! We are taking donations. Everyone will get the annual shootout cup! And, THAT is a coveted item. Please plan on joining legislators who support our shooting sports or who are willing to learn about them. Please call the office to RSVP for the assembly and shootout.

With questions or to RSVP, contact Cheryl Marshall in the office of Senator Pam Roach at cheryl.marshall@leg.wa.gov or call 360-786-7660
 
See you soon,

Senator Pam Roach

Special thanks to Senator Jim Hargrove, and Representatives Brian Blake and Brad Klippert who are caucus chairs and great sportsmen!

 

The Evergreen State's 1.01 million hunters and anglers spend $1.6 billion annually and support 21,823 jobs. Working with CSF in a coordinated effort to protect and promote the sportsmen’s traditions in Washington are three members of the Congressional Sportsmen’s Caucus and the Washington Legislative Sportsmen’s Caucus. More

 

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