U.S. Representative Rick Larsen released the following statement on the completion of the transfer of the Mitchell Hill property to the National Parks Service:

“I am thrilled that the Mitchell Hill property is a part of San Juan Island Historical Park.  Mitchell Hill has outstanding natural, recreational, and historical values.  Transferring this property to the National Parks Service will preserve this land for future generations of local visitors and tourists.

“I was pleased to secure the funding needed to protect Mitchell Hill from development and keep it open and accessible to the public.

“Preserving Mitchell Hill has been a team effort, and I want to thank the Parks Service, the Department of Natural Resources, the Conservation Fund, and the many local citizens who worked to make this project a reality.”

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