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Spring Tree Programs

Posted by Chris Towe

There are two programs looking to help get discounted trees to residents this spring. The City of Tacoma, Pierce County, Pierce Conservation District, and other partners have teamed up to make it easy to purchase and plant trees.

Tacoma Tree Coupon
Two nurseries are accepting coupons from residents throughout Pierce County, who can get $15 off up to 5 trees. Vassey Nursery in Puyallup and Gardensphere in Tacoma are the two participating nurseries. Coupons expire April 1st so request yours now! Visit www.treesareamazing.org to get your coupon.

Tree Workshop and Discount Sale
On Saturday, February 27th the Conservation District is hosting its annual native plant walk-up sale. While there, get some tips from local arborists and Master Gardeners about trees and purchase large, discounted trees. Varieties include pear, apple, dogwood, magnolia, cedar, and many others.
Where: 5430 66th Ave E, Puyallup, WA 98371
When: February 27th, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.

6th Ave Market

Spotlight on SPSSEG

Posted by admin

Salmon have long held the admiration of people living in the Puget Sound. But local salmon populations have decreased drastically due to a number of factors, including habitat loss, pollution and fishing. The good news is that there are many agencies, organization and individuals working to restore those populations.

Olympia’s South Puget Sound Salmon Enhancement Group (SPSSEG) is one of those organizations. SPSSEG works with local landowners from the Cascades to the estuaries of Puget Sound, focusing on fishery enhancement and habitat restoration. They also partner with other organizations and collaborate with local communities, schools, and individuals in order to reach their goals through volunteering and donations. See a sample of projects in the Puyallup River watershed.

You can get involved by volunteering at an event, utilizing SPSSEG’s education and outreach materials, or making a donation to the organization the help fund education and restoration.

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