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2009 Events Calendar
Nonprofit Sector King County Executive Candidate Forum Co-hosted by Friends of the Cedar River Watershed Thursday, June 25 8 - 10 am 2100 Building 2100 - 24th Ave S, Seattle This nonpartisan forum will provide an opportunity for leaders and citizens to ask questions and relay comments about what should be the top priorities for the next King County Executive. $25 per person. Click here to register.
English Ivy and Holly Pull Saturday, July 11 9:30am-4pm North Bend Two fascinating location. Two invasive weeds. Two great ways to enjoy a weekend while helping out the watershed! Join us for a day of clearing English Ivy and English Holly from the Cedar River Watershed Education Center grounds and from the historic Taylor town site. We'll go behind the gates of the protected Municipal Watershed to clear invasive weeds. We'll also take a walking tour around the Taylor town site and learn about the human and botanical history of the watershed. This is our only summer project in the protected Municipal Watershed. Don't miss it! To sign up, email sarah@cedarriver.org.
Prepare Plants at King County Greenhouse for Autumn Restoration Projects Saturday, July 18 9am-1pm
In addition, the Greenhouse is located right next to the only operating landfill in King County (although you wouldn't know it since the landfill is surrounded by a lush grassy hill). After lunch, volunteers will take a tour of the landfill to see exactly where King County trash goes and ask questions from a knowledgeable tour guide. Strangely, the dump is a great place to spot wildlife, including deer and bald eagles. Where else can you see Mount Rainier framed by a giant pit of garbage? Come see it for yourself!
To sign up, email sarah@cedarriver.org.
View Migrating Salmon at the Ballard Locks Saturdays, July 18 and 25 11am - 3pm 3015 NW 54th St, Seattle Learn about the epic journey that takes place every year as salmon swim from the ocean, through the Ballard Locks, into Lake Washington, and on up the river to spawn. The Cedar River hosts Chinook, sockeye and coho salmon among other fish species. Cedar River Chinook are currently listed as threatened. To learn more, contact Charlotte at naturalists@cedarriver.org.
Save the Date! Please stay tuned for more information on our first annual DRINK LIKE A FISH NIGHT on the evening of Thursday, July 25 at the BalMar - 5449 Ballard Ave NW, Seattle
Habitat Restoration at Cavanaugh Pond 9am-3pm
To sign up, email sarah@cedarriver.org.
Trail Maintenance and Weed Clearing at Rattlesnake Lake Friday, September 11 9:30am-2:30pm North Bend Join us for a day of wildlife habitat restoration and trail maintenance at scenic Rattlesnake Lake! We will roll up our sleeves to remove invasive blackberries along the shore and in the parking area. Like hiking? We’ll also be taking a group of volunteers up Rattlesnake Ledge to help repair the boot-worn trail. All volunteers will learn about a mysterious underwater town and explore the source of Seattle’s drinking water. Don’t miss your chance to celebrate the Day of Caring in one of the most scenic parks in the Northwest. To sign up, email sarah@cedarriver.org.
Cedar River Weed Pull Saturday, September 12 9am-1pm Maple Valley
Enjoy autumn colors, the sound of a rushing river, and a day outdoors – all while helping restore habitat in your local watershed! We will be clearing invasive weeds from a cottonwood forest along the Cedar River. We’ll probably see spawning salmon, too. Bring your friends, your cameras and your love of the outdoors. To sign up, email sarah@cedarriver.org. Thank you to our project sponsor: BlackRock
SPECIAL OPPORTUNITY - Overnight Huckleberry Monitoring Project Saturday and Sunday, September 12-13 Cedar River Municipal Watershed
Tree Planting in the Cedar River Municipal Watershed Saturday, October 3 9:30am-4:30pm North Bend
Join us for a day of tree planting in the protected Cedar River Municipal Watershed. This is a truly rare opportunity to venture deep into this 142-square mile preserve to restore wildlife habitat. We will plant bare root trees and shrubs at a thinning site near Rex Pond. Throughout the day, we’ll hear stories about the history of the watershed and learn about the plants and animals that live here. This one is an adventure! Space limited. Volunteers 12 and older welcome. Please note that this project involves walking on some uneven and difficult terrain. To sign up, email sarah@cedarriver.org.
Cedar River Planting
To sign up, email sarah@cedarriver.org. Thank you to our project sponsor: BlackRock.
Cedar River Planting - Part II
To sign up, email sarah@cedarriver.org.
View migrating salmon along the Cedar River Weekend days of October 17, 24, 25, 31 and November 1, 7 11am - 4pm Renton Library, Cedar River Park, Riverview Park, Cavanaugh Pond, and Landsburg Dam Learn about the epic journey that takes place every year as salmon swim from the ocean, through the Ballard Locks, into Lake Washington, and on up the river to spawn. The Cedar River hosts Chinook, sockeye and coho salmon among other fish species. Cedar River Chinook are currently listed as threatened. To learn more, contact Charlotte at naturalists@cedarriver.org.
Alder Tree Planting in the Cedar River Municipal Watershed Saturday, October 17 9:30am-4:30pm North Bend
Join us for a day of tree planting in the protected Cedar River Municipal Watershed. We will venture deep into this 142-square mile preserve to plant 500 alder trees. A Senior Watershed Botanist will talk about the unique plants and animals that live in the watershed and answer your questions. You might even see an elk! Space limited. Volunteers 12 and older welcome. Please note that this project involves walking on some uneven and difficult terrain. To sign up, email sarah@cedarriver.org.
Tree Planting in the Cedar River Municipal Watershed Saturday, November 7 9:30am-2:30pm North Bend
Join us for a day of tree planting in the protected Cedar River Municipal Watershed. We will venture into this 142-square mile preserve to plant trees at Barneston – the site of a mill town that was razed in 1924. Come enjoy an autumn day outdoors, plant trees, and learn about the unique history of the area. Space limited. Volunteers 12 and older welcome. To sign up, email sarah@cedarriver.org.
Plant Trees and See Spawning Salmon at Cavanaugh Pond Saturday, November 14 10am-2pm Renton – Maple Valley
See spawning salmon and plant trees all at the same time. This project marks the culmination of a yearlong effort to restore wildlife habitat at Cavanaugh Pond. We will plant native trees and shrubs along the shoreline. The plantings will benefit the beavers, spawning salmon, and songbirds that call this park home. Great for volunteers of all ages. Join the fun! To sign up, email sarah@cedarriver.org.
Thank you to our project sponsor: REI
Education Center Hours April 1 through October 31, Tuesday through Sunday, 10am-5pm November 1through March 31, Tuesday through Friday,10am-4pm 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. Call (206) 733-9421 for more information.
Cedar River Council Meetings Fourth Tuesdays 7pm-9pm Maple Valley 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 this month's meeting held at the Maplewood Golf Course, 4050 Maple Valley Hwy. For more information about the Cedar River Council, click here.
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