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News > October 2023 Newsletter

October 2023 Newsletter

by King Conservation District Staff | October 5, 2023 | News, What’s New at KCD?

Orca Recovery Day October 14, 2023
Planting at Ayeko Farm, Enumclaw
Native Plant Sale Store Opens November 15
Candidate Filing Period Approaches
Volunteer: KCD Native Plant Nursery
Streamside Restoration 101
Benefits and Beauty of Landscaping with Native Plants
WA Envirothon Seeks Silent Auction Donations
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Are you interested in becoming a KCD Board Supervi

Are you interested in becoming a KCD Board Supervisor? KCD Board Supervisors help steer KCD and the important conservation work we do. It is important to us that our board reflects the diversity of King County and its conservation needs. If you think that your voice can help KCD build clean water, healthy forests, and strong local food systems, consider applying to run in the 2024 Board Election. The candidate filing period for Position 1 is December 4, 2023, at 8:00am through December 8, 2023 at 5:00pm. Learn more at kingcd.org/elections

KCD Native Plant Sale Store Open Now (link in bio

KCD Native Plant Sale Store Open Now

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https://mailchi.mp/kingcd.org/kcd2024nativeplantsalestoreopennow

The 2024 Native Plant Sale Store has launched! You

The 2024 Native Plant Sale Store has launched! You can order your native plants for pickup at the 2024 Native Plant Sale. Visit kingcd.org/plantsale.

KCD’s annual Native Plant Sale offers a variety of native trees, shrubs, and groundcovers for conservation purposes such as wildlife habitat, windbreaks, hedgerows, reforestation and stream enhancement. They also work great on home and garden projects. #NativePlants #NativePlantSale

Are you interested in becoming a KCD Board Supervi

Are you interested in becoming a KCD Board Supervisor? KCD Board Supervisors help steer KCD and the important conservation work we do. It is important to us that our board reflects the diversity of King County and its conservation needs. If you think that your voice can help KCD build clean water, healthy forests, and strong local food systems, consider applying to run in the 2024 Board Election. The candidate filing period for Position 1 is December 4, 2023, at 8:00am through December 8, 2023 at 5:00pm. Learn more at kingcd.org/elections

This KCD contingent gathered at Focus on Farming f

This KCD contingent gathered at Focus on Farming for some professional development, networking and community connection today. Supervisor Bill Knutsen joined KCD staff as well.

Are you interested in becoming a KCD Board Supervi

Are you interested in becoming a KCD Board Supervisor? KCD Board Supervisors help steer KCD and the important conservation work we do. It is important to us that our board reflects the diversity of King County and its conservation needs. If you think that your voice can help KCD build clean water, healthy forests, and strong local food systems, consider applying to run in the 2024 Board Election. The candidate filing period for Position 1 is December 4, 2023, at 8:00am through December 8, 2023 at 5:00pm. Learn more at kingcd.org/elections

KCD staff are at the Focus On Farming one-day conf

KCD staff are at the Focus On Farming one-day conference doing professional development and outreach today. Be sure to say hi!

#SnohomishCounty
#FocusOnFarming #FocusOnFarming2023

Rural and agricultural lands in King County provid

Rural and agricultural lands in King County provide incredible habitat opportunities. Many farmers and producers voluntarily return portions of productive lands into native hedgerow buffers, pollinator strips, and other habitat improvements. #momentofzen

[KCD] November 2023 Newsletter (link in bio) htt

[KCD] November 2023 Newsletter

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https://mailchi.mp/kingcd.org/november-2023

A unique compilation of twisting trunks and branch

A unique compilation of twisting trunks and branches, the majestic native Garry Oak (Quercus garryana) tree is a striking work of ecological art.

It is an attractive deciduous tree with lobed green leaves and intricate branches, that can live for anywhere from 250 to 500 years and they provide food and shelter for the endangered Western Grey squirrel and a plethora of other native wildlife.

Read more at (link in bio)

#KCDNativePlantSpotlight #KCDNativePlantSale #GarryOak #QuercusGarryana #WildlifeFriendly #NativePlants #NativeTrees #pnwnativeseed

https://kingcd.org/2023/11/01/garry-oak-native-plant-spotlight/

Cows! Cows return about 85% of the nutrients they

Cows! Cows return about 85% of the nutrients they consume back to the pasture. Grazing, when managed properly, stimulates grass growth, aerates soil, and adds nutrients to the land. KCD provides resources to livestock managers for good pasture management to ensure healthy soils, forage, and animals. #KingConservationDistrict #conservation #cows #pasturemanagement #momentofzen #midweekmomentofzen

“We’re working to heal the land. Much of the p

“We’re working to heal the land. Much of the past has been taking, and we’re excited to see so many people out here to help with healing.” - Deepa Iyer, Ayeko Farm

Ayeko Farm was founded in 2018 by Victor and Deepa Iyer to create space for BIPOC communities to reconnect with the land and their culture through food and farming. This October, they welcomed KCD and several dozen volunteers out to finish planting a riparian vegetation buffer along Newaukum Creek.

In just a few hours, volunteers planted almost 700 native trees and shrubs on a football field sized stretch of the creek. This buffer will grow to provide shade and habitat for local wildlife including spawning Chinook salmon which make up 85% of the Southern Resident orca diet.

#KingConservationDistrict #NativePlants #newaukumcreek #orcarecoveryday #ord2023 #conservation

The only blackberry plant native to Washington, Tr

The only blackberry plant native to Washington, Trailing blackberry (Rubus ursinus) is pleasant, delicious, and ecologically-friendly, making it the optimal choice for any berry-lover’s outdoor space. Like other native plants, it is distinguished by its durable and resilient qualities as well as its compatibility with local flora and fauna.

Visit the spotlight on our website for a great recipe for Blackberry Pie!
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https://kingcd.org/2023/10/27/trailing-blackberry-native-plant-spotlight

Don't forget, the Benefits and Beauty of Landscaping with Native Plants webinar is on Monday, November 6 at 6pm. Visit our website to sign up.

And our KCD Native Plant Sale Store opens on November 15.

#NativePlantSpotlight #KCDNativePlantSale #TrailingBlackberry #Dewberry #RubusUrsinus #BlackberryPie

King Conservation District’s Native Bareroot Pla

King Conservation District’s Native Bareroot Plant Sale store opens on November 15th! Do you know what native plants you’ll be pre-ordering yet?

Attend our “Benefits and Beauty of Landscaping with Native Plants” webinar on Monday, November 6 to learn the best ways to reduce plant mortality, save money and improve your landscape's overall health and happiness with native plants.

Attendees will receive a $10 discount on orders over $50 for the KCD Native Plant Sale to purchase your own native plants.

Register today!
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https://nativeplanttalk23.eventbrite.com/?aff=instagram

Do you live alongside a stream or lake? Join us to

Do you live alongside a stream or lake? Join us tomorrow, Thursday, October 26 at 6pm to learn ways to manage your property that supports salmon and other wildlife, enhances your property’s beauty and reduces maintenance needs. Our KCD restoration experts will cover ways to reduce erosion, manage invasive species, and select native plants to restore wildlife habitat and improve water quality.

Register now!
(link in bio)
https://streamsiderestoration.eventbrite.com/?aff=instagram

There are 1,800 farms in King County. They produce

There are 1,800 farms in King County. They produce a variety of food, flowers, and other agricultural products. They also play an important role in preserving natural spaces for local wildlife.

Learn how to turn your stream or lakeside property

Learn how to turn your stream or lakeside property into a beautiful native garden that uses less water and is easy to maintain! KCD restoration experts will walk you through invasive removal and native plants to install on your property that will meet your needs as property owner.

Register for “Streamside Restoration 101” today and join the webinar on Thursday, October 26.
(link in bio)
https://streamsiderestoration.eventbrite.com/?aff=

KCD’s Native Plant Sale online store will open o

KCD’s Native Plant Sale online store will open on November 15 and Pick-Up Days will be March 2 and 3, 2024.

Sign up for the Benefits and Beauty of Landscaping with Native Plants webinar and watch for new Native Plant Spotlights on our website and social media!

Read more (link in bio)

#KCDNativePlantSale #BarerootNativePlants #PNWNativePlants #kingconservationdistrict

http://eepurl.com/iBaMY6

Equally charming in flower and fruit, Bunchberry (

Equally charming in flower and fruit, Bunchberry (<em>Cornus canadensis</em>) is a wonderful native ground cover plant that can turn your outdoor space into an aesthetic and ecological paradise.

A durable ground cover plant, Bunchberry is an attractive and ecologically compatible replacement for the pesky invasive English ivy plant that may be taking over your outdoor space.

Read more:
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https://kingcd.org/2023/10/19/bunchberry-native-plant-spotlight/

Don't forget, the Benefits and Beauty of Landscaping with Native Plants webinar is on Monday, November 6 at 6pm. Sign up today on our website.

And our KCD Native Plant Sale Store opens on November 15. Pick-up will be in March 2024.

Are you a high school student or educator looking

Are you a high school student or educator looking for an opportunity to further develop your environmental knowledge, grow your resume, and meet like-minded individuals? If so, then make sure to save the date and spread the word about the 2024 Northwest Regional Envirothon Competition!

The 2024 Northwest regional competition will be held in person on March 19, 2024 at the Brightwater Environmental Education Center in Woodinville.

King Conservation District (KCD) is recruiting passionate students and educators to participate in the 2024 Northwest Regional competition and will help participating teams Envirothon throughout their journeys. Stay tuned for upcoming presentations, curriculum, and workshops.

More information (link in bio)

#WAEnvirothon #NWRegionalEnvirothon #KingConservationDistrict #BrightwaterEnvironmentalCenter

https://kingcd.org/2023/10/19/save-the-date-nw-envirothon-high-school-competition-3/

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