Projects
The Windham Square stormwater pond, located near NE 8th St in Sammamish, WA, is an active ecological restoration site managed by volunteers. Projects focus on removing invasive species like blackberries and planting native species (e.g., Douglas spirea) to enhance wildlife habitat and improve water quality.
Key Aspects of the Project: Volunteering: Regular restoration events are held, allowing volunteers to gain hours while performing light physical work, such as weeding and planting.
Habitat Restoration: The site has been transformed into a certified habitat with thriving pollinator patches and native vegetation.
Wildlife: The pond supports local wildlife, including ducks and frogs.
Maintenance: Ongoing efforts include managing the pollinator bed and removing noxious weeds like Parrot's Feather.
Location: The site is situated near the intersection of NE 8th St and 235th Ave NE
Restoration Site at Windham Square Stormwater Pond
Evans Creek Preserve is now a 213-acre area that offers wildflower meadows, wetlands, wildlife, forested uplands, 3.5 miles of pedestrian-only loop trails and precious respite from the noise and bustle of everyday urban living.
The goal of this project is to remove the blackberries and replace them with native plants. These areas are now on their way to becoming visually attractive for humans, providing varied habitat for wildlife, and enhancing the ecosystem in other ways.
Illahee Stormwater Pond
A large wildflower-filled stormwater pond in the Illahee community, which was adopted in response to a neighborhood outcry to protect the lupines that create a dazzling display inside this pond each Spring.