In total 32 logjams will be placed along Newell Creek, with 4 more in Abernethy Creek.Inside of the helicopter cockpit. Most of the logs transported were 30-40ft long with a 12-20 inch diameter. Most of the logs used were Western red cedar or Douglas fir. Safety meeting the morning of with the crew.A twin motor Vertol helicopter was flown for this project. Helicopter poking out of the trees.These logs were salvaged from the staging area and used in the restoration work.Flying back to the staging area after placing logs.
Andrew completed his first restoration project when he was 15 helping fence off a wetland in Tualatin. Since then, his love for plants and local ecology has only grown. After studying terrestrial and freshwater ecology Read more…
Check out this amazing footage of lamprey in Holcomb Creek from our partner’s at the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife Aquatic Inventories Program!
Celebration Event Details Our celebration event will start with a volunteer work party, followed by a complimentary lunch and discussion of past and present watershed projects, new challenges, and recent scientific work in the watersheds. Read more…