SUCCESSFUL HABITAT RESTORATION IN DEVELOPED LANDSCAPES: Overcoming Constraints and Maximizing Opportunities
MAY 13, 2010 – A ONE DAY WORKSHOP
Intended for all those engaged in salmon habitat restoration: project sponsors; landowners; technical reviewers; lead entity coordinators; watershed leads; local, state, federal and tribal government staff; citizen advisory group members; elected officials; and all others interested. Everyone welcome.
Habitat restoration is a critical component of salmon recovery efforts in Puget Sound. Preferred projects are those that follow a process-based approach and seek to restore natural function. These are the projects that are self-sustaining over time and offer the highest benefits to salmon. However, most rivers and watersheds in the Puget Sound basin are developed and greatly changed from a natural state. Constraints posed by private development and public infrastructure make it difficult for restoration projects to follow the principles of a process-based approach and almost always lead to design concessions and results that are less than optimal.
How to successfully restore habitat in developed landscapes is a subject that deserves in-depth consideration and discussion. The Skagit Watershed Council, in partnership with the Puget Sound Partnership and the watersheds in Puget Sound, will hold a workshop to discuss these matters and invites your attendance and participation.
May 13, 2010 8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Cost: $25, includes refreshments, lunch and flash drive with materials
Location: Cottontree Conference Center 2300 Market Street, Mount Vernon
Advance registration and pre-payment required. To register contact Skagit Watershed Council: (360) 419-9326
E-mail: council@skagitwatershed.org
The detailed program will be available on our website by February 26, 2010. The Best Western Cottontree Inn is holding a block of rooms at the government rate of $84.00. Reserve by April 22nd to get this rate. Call (360) 428-5678 to make your reservation.
SKAGIT WATERSHED COUNCIL, P.O. Box 2856, Mount Vernon, WA 98273
Phone: 360-419-9326 Fax: 360-336-5936
E-mail: council@skagitwatershed.org Web: www.skagitwatershed.org