Matlock Grange # 357
Matlock Grange # 357
The Grange is a fraternal, grassroots nonprofit organization rooted in agriculture and committed to providing the people of rural Washington a strong and respected voice among our elected officials.
Grange members devote countless hours in service to their communities, reaching out to ensure the elderly, young and vulnerable, veterans, and those in need are given the attention they deserve.
Washington State Grange policy covers a wide range of issues. A revised State
Grange policy handbook is published annually, before each session of the Legislature. The National Grange policy handbook is published each winter. Among the many State Grange policies are the following views that the organization favors:
The family farm is the basic unit of agricultural production in America.
Locally controlled land use planning to ensure the preservation of productive agricultural lands.
Multiple use concepts in forest management.
Full legislative funding of basic education as presently defined.
Publicly controlled utilities such as public utility districts and rural electric cooperatives.
Protection of private property and water rights.
Strict enforcement of laws against drunk driving.
Taxing farmland based on its current use.
Accessible and affordable health care.
Building Social Capital
Historically known for our Community Outreach, events like the Hunter's Breakfast, Hunter Safety Courses, and Farmer's Markets give us the perfect opportunity to engage with our community while providing much-needed educational programs. Our newest and most prestigious program is the Junior Grangers! We are growing the ranks and activities bit by bit, and searching for fresh faces eager to learn and grow with the Grange.
Every hunting season is kicked off by the annual Hunter's Breakfast hosted by the Grange. This year is scheduled for back-to-back opening weekends
October 12 & 13 and October 19 & 20
Under the leadership and direction of Overseer Chad Sweitzer the young adults are introduced at Peace Valley during a Matlock Grange BBQ. Left to right; Maddison Fogel, Ethan Hopkins, Chad Sweitzer, Emmett, & Preston
Maddison Fogel shakes hands with Emmett as Preston and Ethan look on.