Landowner Resources
Our goal is create a useful menu of local resources, products, and services to help landowners protect the health of your land, your family and the river. Below you will find a preliminary list of resources that we have compiled. Be sure to check back in regularly and provide feedback as the list will grow and change over time. Thank You!
Know your Enemy:The Top Ten Most Wanted Invasive Species in our Watershed 
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Designing Native Plant Landscapes
Natural Yard Care Techniques
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Composting
- Compost food and yard waste.
- Composting horse manure requires special attention.
Low Impact Development
- Discover the benefits of low impact development.
- Learn how to get started.
- Manage livestock water-wisely.
Saving Water
- Brush up on water conservation basics.
- Consider installing a rain garden on your property.
- Ditch the bottled water habit. Really.
Saving Energy
- Save energy by using less water.
- Buy green credits to offset the impact of your energy usage.
Natural Cleaning
- Make your own cleaners.
- Are commercial green cleaners any good? Find out!
Toxins in the Home
- Find out how safe everyday products are.
- Hand sanitizers may be harmful.
Waste Management
- Everything you need to know about recycling in Seattle and Maple Valley.
- The logistics of burning trash and alternatives.
Commuter Trains
- Sound Transit may be the overlooked solution to your commute problem.
Busing
- Use Metro Trip Planner or Google Maps to figure out which bus you need.
- Onebusaway tells you exactly when the bus is coming.
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Don't live on a bus route? Use a Park and Ride to shorten your daily commute.
Biking
- Find your way around with bike route maps.
- Build your confidence with cycling events and community.
- Maple Valley's very own bicycle shop: Cycles Etc.
Carpooling
- Washington Carpool Center posts listings of people looking to carpool.
- Ride Share is a fancier website that also aims to connect carpoolers.
