Monroe Correctional Complex (MCC)
MCC is made up of three facilities: Sky Rivers Treatment Unit (SRTU), Twin Rivers Unit (TRU), and the Minimum Security Unit (MSU). Each facility includes different program offerings including Beekeeping , Foundations in Gardening , Foundations in Composting , a variety of gardens, dog programs, and more.
Facility Programs Highlights
Beekeeping
Highlights as of December 2025
In 2025, 9 Beginner and Apprentice beekeepers were trained and 3 hives made it to Spp-Led.
Area
MCC- TRU
Partners:
Northwest District Beekeeping Association, Washington State Beekeepers Associations
Cat Program
Highlights as of December 2025
There are approx. 25 cats and kittens that went through the Cat Program in 2025.
Area
MCC- SRTU
Partners:
Purrfect Pals
Dog training and adoption
Highlights as of December 2025
As of 2025, 4 graduations were completed, 4 courses are scheduled for 2026. 8 dogs are currently being trained by 9 dedicated two-person handler teams, and 14 dedicated dog walkers.
Area
MCC – TRU
Partners:
Summit Assistance Dog
Foundations in Gardening
Highlights as of December 2025
12 students completed the 4-credit class in 2025.
Area
MCC- TRU
Gardens
Highlights as of December 2025
MCC-TRU harvested over 3,000 lbs. of produce that was delivered to the facility kitchen to provide incarcerated individuals with fresh ingredients.
Area
MCC- TRU
Nature Imagery
Highlights as of December 2025
Individuals can opt to watch nature imagery; it also serves as a space offered to mental health staff to engage in therapeutic discussion during times of mental distress.
Area
MCC- SRTU
Partners:
Nature Imagery in Prisons Project
Sewing Room
Highlights as of December 2025
As of 2025, staff and partners are working hard to re-establish this program. MCC-TRU aims to have this program operating by Spring 2026.
Area
MCC – TRU
Vegetable Gardens
Highlights as of December 2025
The MCC-SOU garden produced 207 lbs. of produce to be served from the facility kitchen to provide fresh ingredients to incarcerated individuals.
Area
MCC- SRTU
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