Skamania Economic Development Council

06/16/2026

Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission's No Child Left Inside (NCLI) grant program provides quality opportunities for underserved, underrepresented, and historically excluded youth to learn, play, and experience the outdoors. The Washington State Legislature established the program in 2007 with two primary goals: to improve the overall academic performance, self-esteem, health, community involvement, and connection to nature for youth; and to empower local communities to engage youth in outdoor education and recreation experiences.

Research has shown that spending time outdoors produces powerful benefits for youth, including reduced depression and anxiety, improved focus, better social connections, and enhanced learning and creativity. NCLI supports essential youth outdoor programs across the state and helps to remove barriers for youth to access the outdoors.

NCLI provides grants for a wide range of outdoor education and recreation activities including environmental education, leadership development, outdoor recreation and adventure, stewardship activities, and camp programs. RCO administers NCLI for the Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission.
https://rco.wa.gov/grant/no-child-left-inside/

06/15/2026

CONGRATULATIONS to our 2026 EDC Scholarship Recipients!
We are proud to celebrate this year’s Skamania EDC scholarship recipients: Jewel Waymire and Kate Monaghan!

These two outstanding students have shown dedication, leadership, and a strong commitment to their futures. We are honored to support them as they take their next steps toward education, career growth, and community impact.

Congratulations, Jewel and Kate! We can’t wait to see what you accomplish next.

For more https://www.skamania-edc.org/

05/27/2026

Join us TONIGHT at the beautiful newly renovated Isadore's located at the Elk Ridge Golf Course! Come hear from our featured speakers while enjoying the beautiful weather overlooking the golf course!

05/19/2026

Don’t miss it — PubTalk is coming up Wednesday, May 27 at Elk Ridge Golf Course. Join us for local conversation, community connection, and a great evening with regional leaders.

05/12/2026

From Planning to Progress: Moving Skamania County forward

Join us for a PubTalk, an EDC + community conversation at Elk Ridge Golf Course on Wednesday, May 27, 2026.

Hear from Kevin Waters, Pat Albaugh, and Angie Waiss as we gather for an evening of connection, local insight, and community conversation.

**Networking starts at 5:30 PM**

**Program & Q&A: 6:00–7:00 PM**

**$10 at the door** — includes appetizers and one beverage ticket

04/03/2026

📣 **Business owners — don’t miss this no-cost training opportunity!**

We’re excited to share the **ScaleUp Special Edition: Financial Resilience & Opportunity**, offered in partnership with the **Washington State Department of Commerce**.

This special cohort is designed to help business owners strengthen financial operations and build a more resilient business. Topics include:
• Liquidity vs. profitability
• Working capital
• 90-day cash forecasting
• Scenario planning
• Revenue resilience
• Upside risk

Participants will receive:
✔️ Four weekly 1.5-hour instructor-led webinars
✔️ Access to online learning modules
✔️ Opportunities to connect with other small business owners

🗓️ **Next cohort starts:** April 29
🕘 **Time:** 9:00–10:30 AM

Learn more and register on our website: https://www.skamania-edc.org/

Skamania Economic Development Council is pleased to share the ScaleUp Special Edition: Financial Resilience & Opportunity training series, offered in partnership with the Washington State Department of Commerce. This special cohort is designed to help business owners strengthen financial operations,...

04/03/2026

Another opportunity for our community businesses!

01/26/2026

TODAY!! 4pm-6pm @ the Hegewald Center. FREE Event!

01/15/2026

January 26th 4pm-6pm FREE to register!

01/14/2026

WORKING WASHINGTON STATE FAMILIES:
Svetlana Walden with State of Washington
Department of Revenue Working Families Tax Credit program. Svetlana offers free assistance with filing the applications for 2022, 2023, and 2024 credits(the program is retroactive!).