Thanks to a host of very generous volunteers, our beavers will have some nice new willow. Thirty trees were planted by twenty supporters in an enjoyable scramble down the creek bank. Many of our participants had to take the day off work just to be there, but they felt it was worth it, and I can’t disagree. Most of the trees were wrapped for protection, but a few were left to take their chances and serve as possible “appetizers”. Yes, it was a little disorganized, but the energy level was high and the enthusiasm of participating in this first official “stewardship” act was remarkable. Volunteers received copies of the newly printed Worth A Dam Postcard which will be for sale at Luigi’s store as well as the the farmer’s market. In addition to purchasing the cards, Luigi generosly supplied a cool ice chest of waters and soda. The Jeff Anhorn nursery donated 1 and 5 gallon trees, and we purchased 15 gallon trees with the donations to Worth A Dam. City Engineer Tim Tucker arranged for them to be picked up and delivered, and came down to help plant and organize. Linda Meza worked with both to coordinate the project, and did an excellent job of tying lose ends together. We have 6 of the very luckiest beavers ever, and the other species aren’t doing so badly either. As soon as participants left, a young phoebe landed in the new branches, checking them out for bugs. Thanks so much to everyone who helped. And to everyone who couldn’t make it this time, we will have lots more for you to do soon!
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