Field Friday Removing Butterfly Bush and Scotch Broom @ Rutsatz Salmon Reserve
Join Whatcom Land Trust staff for a day of invasive species removal in the incredible floodplains at Rutsatz Salmon Reserve.
This beautiful stretch of protected land offers a rewarding opportunity to care for a dynamic floodplain ecosystem while spending time in a truly special place. During this Field Friday, volunteers will focus on removing invasive Scotch broom and butterfly bush using tools like weed wrenches. This work is essential to reducing competition for native plants, improving habitat for wildlife, and supporting the long-term health of the floodplain. We’ll hike out together to the work area and spend the day restoring this important landscape.
We will have snacks and tools available. We hope to see you out on the land!
Registration is REQUIRED for this event: Sign up here!
Once you register, additional details will be sent by our Volunteer Coordinator, Lauren Ralbovsky, a week to 4 days before the event. If you have questions in the meantime, email lauren.r@whatcomlandtrust.org.
What to expect: Walking up 3 miles on uneven ground, navigating steep sections of trail, carrying heavy tools, bending, stooping, and digging.
How to get there: Field Fridays start at the Whatcom Land Trust office. 412 N Commercial St, Bellingham, WA 98225
Site info: Rutsatz Salmon Reserve is a protected stretch of land between the North Fork of the Nooksack River and Rutsatz Road. This diverse landscape includes an expansive floodplain, young forest, and active agricultural fields, providing important habitat for salmon, bald eagles, and other wildlife. Ongoing stewardship supports the health of the river system and helps maintain this vital habitat for future generations.
