Homewaters Project Meanderings - June 2008
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South Fork Long WalkSee a new beaver pond in the making!

Sign up now for a free 7-mile urban adventure Saturday, June 14. See the Water Quality Channel at Northgate (in progress), learn about a fish-friendly culvert designed for a washed-out road near Lake City Way, and explore urban wildlife & plants. Sign up, or learn more...


Teach your students water conservation

Applications are due June 6 for Watershed Gardens. Are you a 4th-6th grade Seattle Public School teacher? Your planting a water-wise gardenstudents will learn how to measure water use & how to conserve it, and they'll plant a water-wise garden. We're taking applications from 2-person teaching teams for the 2008-09 school year. Learn more...


Stream flow, cash flow - if it's flowing, we love it

Consider keeping the knowledge flowing by donating part of your economic stimulus check to Homewaters Project! Stimulate young minds with your government rebate. Donate online, or call Chris Page at 206.526.0187.


Have we got a Duwamish kayaking deal for you!

Homewaters is partnering with Alki Kayak & the Duwamish River Cleanup Coalition to bring you low-cost, informative & enjoyable tours of the Duwamish this summer. Learn about shoreline restoration, local history & Superfund sites. Alki Kayaks provides an experienced guide, all kayak gear and trailering for $30/person. Use your own kayak & pay only $10. Be sure to mention Homewaters Project when you RSVP to tours@kayakalki.com or 206.953.0237. Learn dates & time...


Have you peered at a macroinvertebrate lately?

Hundreds of elementary school students have! peering at macroinvertebratesThis year, we've served 593 students and 23 teachers through Land and Water, plus 177 students and 8 teachers through Tiny Neighbors. That many more city-dwellers understand their impact on their home watershed!

In this issue...

Long Walk

Watershed Gardens

Rebate Checks

Kayak Tour

Students Served

For more information on Homewaters Project, visit www.homewatersproject.org or call our office @ 206.526.0187.