Event Descriptions
Old Renton Book Exchange Sidewalk Sale
227 Wells Ave S, Renton, WA 98057 ~ 425.430.BOOK
Old Renton Book Exchange is donating a portion of sales from their sidewalk sale to Friends of the Cedar River Watershed. Help the friends and get your summer reading on a budget!
The Sale Includes:
- Hardbacks starting at $2.00
- Select Trade Paperbacks 2 for $3.00
- Pocket Paperbacks starting at 50¢
- Children’s books starting at 10¢
- All Romance Paperbacks 3 for $5.00
- All Mystery Paperbacks 3 for $5.00
- Cookbooks buy 2 get one FREE
- Select Nonfiction buy 2 get one FREE
- And much, much more!!!!
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Landsburg Planting Project at Landsburg Bridge
Landsburg Bridge ~ Maple Valley
The City of Renton Surface Water Utility has added 10,000 cubic yards of spawning gravel to the Cedar River near Landsburg (about 1,000 cubic yards per year) as mitigation for a US Army Corp of Engineers Flood Reduction project. The spawning gravel was originally dredged from the lower Cedar River in 1998, to alleviate flooding on the lower Cedar River channel, from the mouth of the Cedar River to 1.25 miles upstream and stored at a City facility.
The gravel project goal is salmonid spawning habitat improvement in the upper Cedar River, as spawning activity has appeared to dwindle in the upper reaches of the watershed, as compared to the lower watershed. The precise cause of the low spawning activity in the upper watershed has not been determined, but WDFW believes that a major contributing factor is the lack of spawning gravel below the Landsburg Bridge. Adding the spawning gravel to the river near Landsburg is anticipated to increase the quality of the spawning habitat, and subsequently increase the salmonid spawning activity.
The plantings being done is to supplement the final phase of the mitigation project for the “Landsburg Gravel Supplementation Project” and will provide direct benefits to fish and other habitat in the surrounding area.
This is a great project to come learn about the complexities of managing the Cedar River.
Planting Issaquah Creek
King County Parks Log Cabin Natural Area ~ Issaquah
Join us in restoring habitat on Issaquah Creek. Hundreds of acres within our own watershed supports bear, elk, and bald eagles! King County Parks Log Cabin Reach Natural Area is a critical wildlife corridor that connects Tiger, Cougar, and Squak Mountain. The natural area contains the last remaining stand of old growth forest in all of Issaquah! We will be restoring this important piece of habitat by planting native trees and shrubs.
A special thanks to our project sponsor: Brown Bear Car Wash
Planting Project at KC Parks Dorre Don Natural Area
When: Saturday, Nov 19th from 10:00am to 2:00pm
Where: King County Parks Dorre Don Natural Area
Located off of Witte Road and the Maple Valley Hwy 169 in Maple Valley.
Directions:
Please use the link below to get directions to the project site from your starting location.
King County Parks Dorre Don_Site 2
Volunteers will be parking at the Saddle Club and walking to the project location. Staff will be on-site to assist.
About the Project:
Dorre Don Natural Area contains meandering bends, side channels and an extensive floodplain for the Cedar River, thus supporting critical aquatic habitat for salmon and other fish. Join us in ensuring lasting ecological integrity at this natural area by planting native trees and shrubs in a newly acquired area.
This King County Parks natural area is nestled between private properties on the Cedar River and highlights our community collaborative partnership between multiple landowners and agencies. Thanks to our project partners South Seattle Saddle Club, King County Parks, and King County Noxious Weeds Control Program.
What to Bring:
• Dress in old work clothes with boots or sturdy shoes
• Bring your rain gear!
• We will provide all tools and gloves for your use
• Please bring a field lunch and your refillable water bottle
Planting Project at KC Parks Belmondo Reach with Hyatt Hotel
When: Monday, November 21 from 12:00pm-4:00pm
Where: King County Parks Belmondo Reach Natural Area ~ Renton
Directions:
Please use this link:
King County Parks Belmondo Reach Natural Area Location and DirectionsAbout the Project:
King County Parks Belmondo Reach Natural Area is known as a high priority on the Cedar River for habitat conservation and restoration projects. This natural area contains a meandering bend of the river, great aquatic habitat for salmon and other fish. Help ensure healthy habitat by helping plant native trees and shrubs this fall. Restoration efforts at this site are increasing thanks to our friends and partners at the Hyatt Hotels!
What to Bring:
• Please dress for the weather (rain gear!) and wear work shoes or boots
• Bring a refillable water bottle and a field lunch
• We will have all tools and gloves for you to use
Cedar River Planting Project
Cedar River Habitat Conservation Plan Natural Area ~ Maple Valley
When: Saturday, February 11 from 10:00am - 2:00pm
The Cedar River basin is a wildlife habitat corridor that supports bear, eagles, salamanders, and even threatened salmon species. Volunteers will help plant native trees and shrubs in a beautiful section of a Cedar River natural area while learning about the local ecology and habitat conservation efforts designed to protect the site’s unique salmon habitat. The day's activities include a brief training and educational presentation. Tools and gloves will be provided including light snacks and refreshments.
What to Bring:• Work clothes, boots or sturdy shoes - no open-toed shoes
• Always bring rain gear
• Refillable water bottle and a sack lunch
• Work-study or community service time sheets, if applicable
Taylor Mountain Forest Planting Project
King County Taylor Mountain Forest ~ Hobart
When: Feb 4 from 10:00am - 2:00pm
***Please note: Volunteers MUST ARRIVE ON-TIME OR EARLY.
Volunteers will be shuttled into the forest promptly at 10:00am. Late arrivals will have a very difficult time locating the crew.
Volunteers will plant native trees and shrubs in a newly acquired area of the forest. Taylor Mountain Forest is a critical wildlife corridor that connects Tiger Mountain and the protected Cedar River Watershed, the direct source of clean drinking water for over one million residents in King County.
** A special thanks to Brown Bear Car Wash for sponsoring this event**
Directions: Please use this link to get directions to the project location.
What to Bring:
• Work clothes, boots or sturdy shoes - no open-toed shoes
• Always bring rain gear
• Refillable water bottle and a sack lunch
• Work-study or community service time sheets, if applicable
Happy Planting!
Cedar River Planting Project
Cedar River Habitat Conservation Plan Natural Area ~ Maple Valley
When: Saturday, February 11 from 10:00am - 2:00pm
The Cedar River basin is a wildlife habitat corridor that supports bear, eagles, salamanders, and even threatened salmon species. Volunteers will help plant native trees and shrubs in a beautiful section of a Cedar River natural area while learning about the local ecology and habitat conservation efforts designed to protect the site’s unique salmon habitat. The day's activities include a brief training and educational presentation. Tools and gloves will be provided including light snacks and refreshments.
** A special thanks to Brown Bear Car Wash for sponsoring this event **
What to Bring:
• Warm work clothes, boots or sturdy shoes, rain gear
• Refillable water bottle and a sack lunch
• Work-study or community service time sheets, if applicable
Directions: Site TBD
"The Lorax" Whole Foods Planting Event: West Lake Sammamish
Where: West Lake Sammamish (Marymoor Park) ~ Redmond
When: Saturday, February 18 from 10:00am - 2:00pm
Whole Foods Market is promoting the upcoming release of a movie of Dr. Seuss' The Lorax - which they will be giving away pre-screening tickets to customers and event volunteers. In partnership with Whole Foods Markets, King County Parks, and Sammamish Rowing Association, we will be hosting a tree planting event since The Lorax "speaks for the trees."
Come enjoy tasty treats, receive free tickets to the movie, and help restore critical wetlands along West Lake Samammish.
Directions: Please use this link to get directions to the project location
What to Bring:
• Warm work clothes, boots or sturdy shoes, rain gear
• Refillable water bottle and a sack lunch
• Work-study or community service time sheets, if applicable
Planting Project at West Lake Sammamish
West Lake Sammamish (Marymoor Park) ~ Redmond
When: Saturday, February 25 from 10:00am - 2:00pm
We will be joining King County Parks and the Sammamish Rowing Association (SRA) to host one of several 2012 restoration projects in a wetland area at West Lake Sammamish, just south from the Marymoor Park entrance.
Volunteers will have the opportunity to participate in efforts to enhance the natural function of these critical wetland areas by planting native plants. Adjacent Marymoor Park and wetlands is home is over 130 documented species of birds, many which rely on these critical wetland and shoreline habitats.
Directions: Please use this link to get directions to the project location
What to Bring:
• Warm work clothes, boots or sturdy shoes, rain gear
• Refillable water bottle and a sack lunch
• Work-study or community service time sheets, if applicable
Planting Project at West Lake Sammamish
West Lake Sammamish (Marymoor Park) ~ Redmond
When: Saturday, March 10 from 10:00am - 2:00pm
Join us and partners from King County Parks and the Sammamish Rowing Association (SRA) at a wetland area at West Lake Sammamish, just south from the Marymoor Park entrance.
Volunteers will participate in efforts to enhance the natural function of these critical wetland areas by planting native plants. Adjacent Marymoor Park and wetlands is home is over 130 documented species of birds, many which rely on these critical wetland and shoreline habitats.
Directions: Please use this link to get directions to the project location
What to Bring:
• Warm work clothes, boots or sturdy shoes, rain gear
• Refillable water bottle and a sack lunch
• Work-study or community service time sheets, if applicable
Facility Hours at the Cedar River Watershed Education Center
April 1 through October 31, Tuesday through Sunday ~ 10:00am - 5:00pm
November 1 through March 31, Tuesday through Friday ~ 10:00am - 4:00pm
19901 Cedar Falls Rd SE, North Bend
The Cedar River Watershed Education Center is free and open to the public. This award-winning facility has walking trails, exhibits, indoor activities, a gift shop, and plenty of parking. Come explore what sustainable architecture looks like! Bring your family out to your "backyard Education Center" any time of the year.
Cedar River Council Meetings
Fourth Tuesdays ~ 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Maplewood Golf Course at 4050 Maple Valley Hwy, Renton
The Cedar River Council offers an excellent opportunity to be informed about the Cedar River management issues watershed-wide. Every month, specialists come to speak to the council about everything from flood control to the Growth Management Act to the Puget Sound Partnership. Join community members and stakeholders for monthly meetings.
