3/17 Suiattle River Work Party

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Friday, March 17th, 10:00am - 3:00pm

Please join us as we continue to enhance the health of the floodplain forest at the Suiattle River Conservation area. During this work party, we will be planting native trees in gaps in the forest, also known as "underplanting." This planting will focus on increasing the number of trees over a wide area. The forest here isn't in bad shape, but planting conifers in the understory will ensure that the forest is stocked full of long lived trees for many years to come, which will provide food and cover for native species, shade the river and eventually fall and build rich native soil or deliver logs into the river, which add complexity and richness to fish habitat.

What to expect:

This site is a long ways from Mount Vernon, so get ready to explore the wild areas that buffer the Suiattle River outside of Darrington. Being an "underplanting," we will spend our time together searching out optimal planting spots in gaps in the forest, and planting trees in them! This may be slower than other plantings in fields or other open areas that you may have done in the past, since we will be climbing over logs and making our way up and down steep slopes as we encounter them. We will be working rain or shine, and it may be cold so please bring lots of layers including rain gear. Planting involves, digging, stooping, bending, and carrying between 10 and 25lbs of gear at a time.

Ages: 16+ (minor releases of liability required if under 18)

The Trust will provide tools, extra gloves, snacks, water, and hot drinks. If you would prefer to bring your own tools, we will be using shovels and planting bags.

Please be prepared for cold and wet weather.

Supplies to bring:

Long sleeved shirt and pants, warm layers, rain gear, sturdy footwear, water for the day, snacks and lunch, and a backpack/bag to keep your personal belongings in during the work day.

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IMPORTANT: If there is someone younger than 18 in your group, please email Gabby Jacunski at americorps.engagement@skagitlandtrust.org for more information after you complete the Google Form.

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