Hundreds plant trees in Tarboo to help salmon habitat

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275 parents and students helped saved over 5,000 native trees to help restore the salmon and wildlife habitat in the Tarboo Watershed in Jefferson County. Over $25,000 was raised for this cause. The volunteers planted 25% of the 110,000 trees planted since 2004. Northwest Watershed Institute (NWI), reports that there is a 60%-91% survival rate of the seedlings/seeds planted. This preserve is on a 316 acre Tarboo Wildlife Preserve is permanently protected by the conservation easement held by the Jefferson Land trust. The children and families love planting these trees, its a fun activity that builds friendships and saves teh salmon habitat.