Rain or shine, our three seasonal stewardship technicians have had their boots on the ground across Whatcom County this summer, caring for the lands we all love.

Whatcom Land Trust has conserved over 28,700 acres of land across the county, including more than 8,300 acres we manage directly for healthy forests, clean waterways, and wildlife habitat. This summer, we have been tackling invasive species across 17 different protected lands, clearing Himalayan blackberry and other invasives from around newly planted native trees and shrubs.
 

• Saxon Riparian: After getting the land surveyed, the team has been walking the boundary line and installing T-posts at survey points. Marking these boundaries clearly means we’ll be able to find them again for years to come. Now, we’ll be able to accurately manage and restore lands to uphold their conservation values!
• Lower Kenney Creek: Technicians have been hand-pulling invasives like yellow archangel, policeman’s helmet, English holly, English ivy, and periwinkle, giving native plants room to grow and supporting the health of the creek.
• Governors Point: The team cleared debris and removed two large fallen trees blocking the trail, making it safer for upcoming tours. They’ve also cleared hazard trees from roads and trails across other properties, keeping access safe for staff, volunteers, and visitors. Governors Point is closed to the public, but keep an eye on our website for upcoming volunteer opportunities!
• Looking ahead: The crew will prep sites for fall tree planting once the rain returns, visit even more locations to manage invasive species, and install new signage along the way.

 
Next time you’re out enjoying one of our protected lands, you can thank a stewardship technician for the work happening behind the scenes.