Yakima Greenway Membership

Without monetary support from local, state, or federal government, the Greenway must rely exclusively on its own funding sources to manage the 10 miles of pathway, boat launches and several parks they maintain. These funding sources include membership, donations, special events, reservation fees, and capital drives. A large membership base means more funds to maintain the ever-growing Greenway.

For more information, or to receive a membership packet, contact the Greenway at 509-453-8280 or email. You may also join or donate online.

5 reasons to become a Greenway Member

1. Participation
   
   Be a part of our growth. The Yakima Greenway is expanding and moving into new areas. See below for our current expansion plans.
   
   With a multitude of events and volunteer activities throughout the year, there are many opportunities to make new friends and become involved with fun and rewarding activities.
   
   
2. Perks
   
   Greenway memberships include discounts on merchandise at the Greenway visitor’s center and shelter rentals at each park, plus free items for each level of membership.
   
   
3. Pride and Recognition
   
   The Yakima Greenway Foundation honors the contribution of members in a variety of ways.  Recognition in all local media (Newspaper, TV and Radio), on the pathway and in the park, in our Newsletter, on our Website and Banners we will recognize you as a supporter of Yakima and the Greenway.
   
   
4. Prestige
   
   Greenway members are recognized as leaders who care and are active in our community.
   
   
5. Personal Satisfaction
   
   You'll know you're doing your part helping maintain one of Yakima's Premier attractions that improves the quality of life for everyone in our community and for those that visit us.

Share our growth!

There are three projects the Greenway has currently in development that will dramatically change the face of outdoor recreation for the community.  

• Finish the plan from 25 years ago to complete the Pathway around Reflection Pond at Sarg Hubbard Park.
  • The Zirkle path was completed in October 2008, please come out and visit the two new observation / fishing decks, the new pathway around the pond and the bridge that spans the outlet to a beautiful wetland.  We want to thank Zirkle Fruit and Yakima Rotary for the monetary support and the many volunteers for making a 30 year vision a reality.
• A nearly 5 mile long loop trail that will cross at the Terrace Heights Bridge then ride the levee along the eastside of the Yakima River, through Sportsman State Park and then cross at the new SR24 Bridge right at Sherman Park.
• A Rail to Trail project that will ultimately double the length of the Greenway by extending the pathway from 40th ave. all the way to the town of Naches.

Please see our 2008 Membership Letter for more information on these three new opportunities.

As a member, you’ll share in the creation and you can feel a part of these exciting projects for Yakima.

Annual membership dues provide funds to maintain the parks and pathways to the highest standards. A few facts about the system this community has built and maintains without general tax dollars:

• 10 miles of paved pathway need periodic repair, plus sweeping and snow removal
• 3 grassy parks take two people two days to mow each week during the summer
• 112 garbage cans need checking and servicing once or twice every day
• 14 restrooms need checking and servicing every day

Members enjoy the satisfaction of knowing they are part of keeping our Greenway secure and beautiful.

All contributions to the Greenway are tax deductible to the fullest extent of the law.

Your business can support the Greenway by becoming a Business Member. All Business Members receive member plaques and window stickers, with additional premiums at higher levels.

For more information, or to receive a membership packet, contact the Greenway at 509-453-8280 or email. You may also join or donate online.

New Membership

Membership renewal

There are other ways to help the Greenway. Remember or honor that special someone with a gift to the Greenway, purchase a brick on the honor pathway, or have a bench placed in honor or memory of a loved one - contact the Greenway office for more information.