The Sound Stewards via Earthcorps and now Green Tukwila have transformed the former Codiga Dairy Farm property into valuable Duwamish River habitat, particularly for juvenile salmon. The constructed inlet in particular–with overhanding plants that provide shade and insects (food)–offers nourishing habitat for young salmon. Additionally, this portion of the river represents the upper reaches of the tidal influence and hosts a rich salt–freshwater transition zone for young salmon to adapt to their new life.
For this event, we planted native species along the riverfront within striking distance of high tide–indeed, the bottoms of planting holes were often puddles, which is okay with most plants adapted to riverbank life. The second half of the work party consisted of digging out invasive tansy that doesn’t belong within the balance of this ecosystem.
We also enjoyed a visit from Avery who travels to stewardship events and other haunts along the Duwamish in his trusty canoe equipped with everything from seating buckets and a stove to storage and a boombox. His tales of animal encounters along the River were a real pleasure. We look forward to continuing our long-time relationship with Codiga park.