Shoreline Living: Protecting Our Shorelines & Puget Sound
A guide for Puget Sound residents concerned about protecting their property and the health of the Sound. Featuring experts in coastal geology, marine biology, shoreline planning and tree maintenance.
Those who live along the shores of Puget Sound know its joys-the views, close connection to marine wildlife, and quick access to the water. But there are also concerns and challenges for shoreline residents.
This 34-minute video will:
- Explain natural processes that shape our beaches and shorelines
- Introduce marine wildlife on our beaches
- Provide help for residents who want to protect their property and Puget Sound
- Offer tips for removing weeds & replanting with beneficial native plants
- Teach good tree-management techniques
This video is available in downloadable format at:
Find additional links & resources at: http://mason.wsu.edu/waterqual and http://www.psat.wa.gov
Plant It Right: Restoring Our Streams
Streamside planting projects are vitally important in the restoration of fish and wildlife habitat. The success of these restoration projects is directly tied to proper planting techniques and subsequent maintenance. This 17-minute video and accompanying planting techniques fact sheet will help students and volunteers understand the steps necessary to "Plant It Right."
This video demonstrates:
- Planting techniques for livestakes (cuttings), bare root, and potted plants
- Proper hole preparation
- Short- and long-term maintenance considerations
- Tool safety
- Streamside etiquette
This video and accompanying planting techniques fact sheet are available in a downloadable format at:
http://wawater.wsu.edu/pages/ Video.html
Other Shoreline Living Resources
Wholesale Nurseries & Ecological Restoration Professionals
Washington State Dept. of Ecology Shorelines
Shoreline Management and Stabilization Using Vegetation
Shoreline Revegetation Superstars
Publications For Further Learning