The Nisqually River Foundation works on behalf of the Nisqually River Council to implement the Nisqually Watershed Stewardship Plan. The plan is very broad with 11 major categories under the three parts of sustainability, Environmental, Community, and Economic. The Nisqually River Foundation helps coordinate the actions of the member agencies […]
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The Nisqually River Education Project (NREP) is fortunate to have 2 amazing interns joining the team this year! Check out our previous blog post to learn more about Kalicia Bean, who came to us via the BIA Pathways Program. This week, we are excited to introduce you to Linsey Fields! […]
Linsey Fields is the new Environmental Education Intern for the Nisqually River Education Project for the 2016-2017 school year. Linsey is completing her Bachelor of Arts in Environmental Conservation at The Evergreen State College. She is excited to gain hands on experience in the areas of environmental stewardship/protection by working […]
Linsey Fields is the new Environmental Education Intern for the Nisqually River Education Project for the 2016-2017 school year. Linsey is completing her Bachelor of Arts in Environmental Conservation at The Evergreen State College. She is excited to gain hands on experience in the areas of environmental stewardship/protection by working […]
Although the Nisqually River Council (NRC) invests most of its time and energy into issues that directly impact the Nisqually Watershed, we recognize that regional projects often influence our local communities. In this week’s blog post, we focus on a ballot initiative that voters in Pierce, King and Snohomish County […]
The 2016 Nisqually Stream Stewards class wrapped up on Saturday, September 24 at the Nisqually Watershed Festival. For the last 2 months, this dedicated group of citizens have volunteered their Tuesday evenings, and most Saturdays — 40 hours in total — so that they could learn about how to protect […]
Each month, the Nisqually River Council meeting focuses on a theme or indicator featured in the Nisqually Watershed Stewardship Plan (NWSP). In September, we centered on the idea of sustainable businesses. The NRC strives to “promote the development of sustainable businesses and built communities” because we believe a strong economy […]
Here is a list of the local non-profits working in the Nisqually Watershed on natural resources protection and education: Nisqually River Foundation – The mission of the Nisqually River Foundation is to provide financial and staffing support to the Nisqually River Council as it implements the Nisqually Watershed Stewardship Plan. […]
Kalicia Bean is the Bureau of Indian Affairs student volunteer for the 2016-2017 school year. As a part of the Nisqually River Education Project Kalicia will serve as the education intern and assist in promoting environmental awareness and stewardship. Kalicia has experience working with the Puget Creek Restoration Society in […]