Anderson’s Bambooland Riparian Restoration project restored 1,850 feet along the right bank of the Skykomish River, establishing a 150-foot-wide riparian buffer that encompasses 6.2 acres. This initiative aims to address water quality impairments and enhance salmon habitat by controlling invasive vegetation and installing native plants.

Through the combined efforts of SSS staff, volunteers, and students, 5,300 native trees and shrubs were installed throughout the project area. SSS organized six community volunteer planting events, where students and volunteers contributed a total of 232 hours to help complete the project. During these events, community members had the opportunity to directly support the restoration process while learning about the importance of maintaining healthy waterways within the Snohomish Watershed and the broader Puget Sound region.

Additionally, SSS staff held six classroom lessons, engaging 153 students from four local schools in hands-on planting activities and water quality lessons. During these lessons, students also learned about riparian ecology, native plant identification, and stewardship practices.

This project’s funding is supported by the Ecology and EPA – Water Quality Combined Funding Program, which aims to improve and protect water quality throughout the state. To learn more, please visit https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/water-quality.

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