News Release

Mount Rainier National Park awards 10-year contract to sell pre-cut firewood and kindling at Ohanapecosh and White River Campgrounds

Date: September 22, 2021
Contact: Josh Boisvert, Concessions Management Specialist, 253-392-5424

The National Park Service (NPS) has selected John P. Squires, a sole proprietor, for award of a new 10-year concession contract to sell pre-cut firewood and kindling within the Ohanapecosh and White River Campgrounds in Mount Rainier National Park. White River Campground offers 112 individual campsites and Ohanapecosh Campground provides 188 individual campsites and two group sites.  Together, both campgrounds provide developed camping experiences to an average of 63,000 visitors every year.  

“This is an important visitor service at Mount Rainier National Park. The firewood concessioner helps protect park resources by ensuring that firewood sold within the park will not introduce invasive species,” said Acting Deputy Superintendent Kevin Skerl.  

This business opportunity was open to potential bidders from April 6, 2021 to July 6, 2021. The contract will be effective February 1, 2022. Any questions regarding the contract selection process should be directed to Kimberley Gagliolo, Commercial Services Specialist, National Park Service, Interior Regions 8, 9, 10 & 12, at [e-mail] or [phone].    

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