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A hidden treasure

Couple donates $15,000 to help construct overlook along the Washougal River Greenway Trail

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Vern and Faye Schanilec, of Washougal, recently made a contribution of $15,000 that will go to help construct an overlook deck on a pond located along the Washougal River Greenway Trail in Camas. The couple, who previously lived in Camas for 20 years, are frequent trail users. They are among several local residents who were recognized today for their contributions to area parks and open space during the Parks Foundation luncheon in Vancouver.

Vern and Faye Schanilec describe the Washougal River Greenway Trail as one of the “hidden treasures of Camas.”

The Schanilecs walk the trail often, and Vern provided assistance with an Eagle Scout project that resulted in the planting of 12 red leaf maple trees along one portion of the walkway.

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