Field Notes from the Skagit River

Below, I highlight my experience monitoring and removing knotweed along the Skagit River based on field notes collected during my week there. It’s a crisp fall morning on the Skagit River—the sky is clear and the river is calm. Today we are floating down the river to survey and treat knotweed (Polygonum spp.) on the…

Revitalizing Green Lake Park’s Shoreline

Green Lake is a hotspot for locals to get their dose of nature in Seattle. It’s a beautiful green space for skating, running, dog walking, and more. It’s also full of biodiversity, which our team has been revitalizing by planting and watering native plants along the shoreline. Through these actions, we’re establishing a healthier and…