Congratulations to the following WALT members, whose projects were recommended for the first round of funding through the Pacific Northwest Resilient Landscapes Initiative:
Great Peninsula Conservancy: Rocky Creek
Protection of the watershed also protects endangered species. The Squaxin Island Tribe and other local organizations have identified this site as a priority.
Photo credit: Brenna Thompson
Chelan-Douglas Land Trust: Cascades Modoc Highlands
These 2,100 acres are surrounded by 20,000 of protected habitat, and creates a “mosaic of varying habitats” for diverse plants, birds, and wildlife.
Photo credit: Chelan-Douglas Land Trust
North Olympic Land Trust: River’s Edge
In partnership with the Jamestown S’Klallam Tribe and Clallam County, this project conserves 104 total acres of farmland and habitat in the Dungeness River Valley.
Photo credit: Patrick Downs
North Olympic Land Trust: Lower Elwha River
All five native Pacific salmon call the Elwha River home. This project features a family-owned farm and riparian forest which is crucial for increased flooding.
Photo credit: Isaac Gaustchi
PCC Farmland Trust: Reiner Farm
For over 100 years, Reiner Farm was stewarded by the same family. PCC Farmland Trust is working to protect these property in perpetuity alongside the Tulalip Tribe.
