Great News! As the park season begins so does the need for volunteers. We have several volunteer opportunities available this season for you to choose from that will fit your lifestyle. The Adopt-A-Programs provide you the opportunity to choose a trail, beach, …
Beach Naturalist Program
Want to get involved in our Beach Naturalist Program? Volunteers assist with roving interpretation, and help visitors and school field trips to the Rosario tide pools. Discover the animals and plants that live at the edge of our world and the underwater …
AmeriCorps at Deception Pass
In 2010, the park’s Interpretive Specialist was lost due to State Parks budget cuts. This left the park without any staff dedicated to educational work. The Foundation believes that interpretation and environmental education are among the most important …
Recreation Hall CCC Photo Exhibit
Tens of thousands of people come to the Cornet Bay Retreat Center each spring and summer. However, few of them realize that they are staying on the same grounds as the young men of the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) that developed Deception Pass State Park …
DPSP wants stage to go with new amphitheater
From the Whidbey News-Times: Deception Pass State Park rangers are looking for local groups and individuals interested in helping to build a stage to go with its rebuilt amphitheater. If possible, they hope to get the project done in time for the …
Junior Ranger Programs
Becoming a Junior Ranger is an important experience for any young camper! Every summer, thousands of kids attend Junior Ranger events and programs at Deception Pass. Junior Rangers are taught about respecting nature, park safety and natural history, and …