This custom 9-foot-tall blue heron has been fabricated and flown cross country from Denver. The heron will be the centerpiece of the new all-access playground coming to the park this summer. Watch out! The heron might just spray you when you walk by, keeping you cool on a hot summer day in the park!

Special thanks to the Issaquah Arts Commission for helping to fund this special piece.

The Association of Volleyball Professionals (AVP) Seattle Open returns to the Park on June 2-5.Many volunteers are needed age 12 and up. Contact director@flssp.org for all the info!

Now’s the time to reserve that picnic shelter at Lake Sammamish State Park. Things are filling up fast. And the Rotunda’s face lift is almost complete! Here’s the link to reserve your space: https://washington.goingtocamp.com/LakeSammamishStatePark

Thanks to all the Walkers and Waggers that came out for the big event! More than $2000 was raised for the new all-access playground!

Last fall, Project Playground received a gift of $20,000 from Rowley Properties, Hilton Garden Inn and Homewood Suites. That set the bar high for other local businesses, but step up they did!

Looking for an outdoor community service opportunity? Come volunteer for the Living Laboratory, a restoration project at Lake Sammamish State Park! Volunteers will assist with removing invasive species from an area near the lake shore. Come get your hands dirty, enjoy the beautiful scenery, and help us create a healthier, more beautiful park!