Engaging our community in restoring salmon in the Skagit watershed through restoration, education, and stewardship.

Together, over the past 35 years, we have:

Planted over 525,000 native plants along more than 61 miles of streams and shorelines, improving water quality, providing shade, and a place for young salmon to hide from predators

Built over 57,000 feet of livestock fencing to improve water quality and reduce bank erosion

Engaged over 24,600 children in hands-on environmental science education programs, learning about salmon and the importance of watershed environments

Opened over 105 miles of habitat for salmon and steelhead by removing 77 culvert crossings that blocked fish migration

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Salmon restoration and the recovery of the Southern Residents

From the Field

Killer whales (Orcinus orca) are the largest members of the oceanic dolphin family and can be found in waters across the globe. They are incredibly social animals, travelling, hunting and playing in groups known as pods. Often times these…

Salmon, Lampreys, and Minnows—OH MY! Nighttime Snorkel Surveys

From the Field

It was 11:30 at night. The search was put on pause as someone re-adjusted their gear. Wanting a break and to see what was going on, I flipped over to my back. Pleasantly surprised, I found myself floating as if I was in the Great Salt…

With Blooming Plants Comes Blooming Volunteers

From the Field

There’s a saying that goes “a harsh winter is always followed by spring.” What they don’t mention is with blooming plants comes blooming volunteers—ready and eager to work. This month we had two potting parties, along…