A woman stands in the hollow of a large tree in the forest.

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Upcoming Events

02 May

Ranger Hour - Busy Bee Pollination Party

Deception Pass State Park

Washington State Parks is returning to the Oak Harbor Library for the third year for a fun program series called Ranger Hour!

Join staff from Deception Pass State Park once a month to learn about parks, wildlife, native plants, and more! Play games, be creative, and discover the natural world in our own community. All ages welcome. Adult caretakers must be present for the duration of the entire program. Programs are scheduled for 60 minutes.
03 May

Visit Smith House and Cabin at Olmstead State Park

Olmstead Place Historical State Park

Stop by Olmstead Place Historical State Park on Saturdays, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. to visit the cabin and Smith house.
03 May

Bird Walk - Deception Pass

Deception Pass State Park

Discover some of the common, and not so common, species of birds which call Deception Pass State Park home.
Deer grazing on a green grassy slope with dark mountains rising in the background

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