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October 13, 2025 |
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Planting at Riverton ParkOctober 14, 11:30am-1:30pm @ Riverton Park Native trees and plants are in! Join local neighbor and Forest Steward Debbie for an afternoon of environmental impact. Learn how to plant and mulch a forest that will provide shade, clean air, and be a habitat for wildlife. We aim to reestablish a healthy urban forest bordering the community park. This is an example of how Tukwila can support urban wildlife within the park’s systems. All tools, materials, and training will be provided at the start of the work party. Restrooms are on-site May-October. Alternatively, you can use the restroom at the Tukwila Community Center, located just a short drive down the street. more |
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Salmon Science, Walk and Talk on the DuwamishOctober 15, 10am-12pm @ Tukwila Community Center The Duwamish River ecosystem is a vital yet heavily impacted watershed in the Seattle area, supporting a diverse array of wildlife, including salmon, otters, and eagles. Naturalist Fletcher Levy will lead the group on a stroll and discuss the Green-Duwamish Salmon. Fletcher will discuss all five species and their cultural relevance while also explaining some of the challenges we face in the region. As a bonus, Fletcher will identify native plants and trees and share how they support the river. Everyone will go home with great ways to help salmon ecosystems from your own home. Restrooms and water bottle fill-up stations are available at the Tukwila Community Center. This event is rain or shine and ADA accessible; all ages are welcome, and the walk is paved. Are you comfortable with iNaturalist and community science? We are seeking individuals to help document plants and wildlife in Tukwila. If this is you, please reach out to fletcher.levy@tukwilawa.gov and help document during this event! more |
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Forterra Friday - Blackberry BlastOctober 17, 1pm-3pm @ Duwamish Hill Preserve Fall into restoration with us! We’re excited to invite you to volunteer at Duwamish Hill Preserve, a vibrant Tukwila park that provides critical wildlife habitat and walking trails in the heart of an industrial corridor. Native plants don’t just look good—they do good. They support wildlife, improve air and water quality, and help create more resilient ecosystems in our urban environments. We’ll kick things off with a walk through the preserve and have restoration professionals on hand to share their knowledge and answer your questions about native plants, the Green Tukwila Partnership, and Forterra’s long-term stewardship of this special place. more |
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Duwamish Alive at Duwamish Hill PreserveOctober 18, 10am-1pm @ Duwamish Hill Preserve 🌊 Happy Duwamish Alive! 🌱 Celebrate the return of salmon and the beauty of our watershed with a day of action at Duwamish Hill Preserve. Spend the day planting with Friends of the Hill, volunteer Forest Stewards, and community members as we work to keep this special place healthy and thriving. Together with hundreds of volunteers at sites across the watershed, we’ll restore habitat and care for the only river in Seattle and Tukwila. All tools, gloves, and training are provided—just bring yourself and a smile! ✨ About Duwamish Alive Duwamish Alive is a collaborative effort of community members, municipalities, non-profits, and businesses working together to protect and restore the Duwamish River Watershed. Our goals are to: Promote healthy, connected habitat throughout the watershed. Address critical issues affecting watershed health. Involve community members in hands-on stewardship, education, and celebrations that connect people to their river. more |
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English/Spanish Translators Needed, Salmon Saturday, Bilingual Family FestivalOctober 18, 12:30pm-4pm @ Tukwila Community Center Translators for Bilingual Salmon Salmon Saturday Family Event. Are you passionate about the Environment and local wildlife? Want to make a difference? Do you speak Spanish and English? If you said yes, this is for you! We are seeking 6-8 volunteers to assist at various educational tables with family activities, translating between Spanish and English. Tables include information on Salmon, art activities, sharing resources, welcoming folks to the event, and Salmon viewing on the river. This event is all about learning about Salmon, the river, and what we can do to protect these amazing creatures. Shifts are at least two hours long, but if you can do the whole event, we would love it!Volunteer hours count for community service or school. You must be 15 or older to volunteer. Training on the materials will take place before the event, and a salmon or environmental expert will staff each station. To learn more about the event, www.TukwilaWA.gov/GreenTukwila Join us! more |
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Salmon Saturday, Bilingual Family EventOctober 18, 1pm-4pm @ Tukwila Community Center This FREE event is all about Salmon and the river! Join us for an afternoon of learning about salmon, river health, making art, and learning what you can do to protect these fish. Hands-on activities Information for fishing Salmon viewing on the Duwamish River. This event is handicap accessible and for all identities and ages. Join this event for a reminder! ¡Este evento GRATUITO se centra en el salmón y el río! Acompáñenos a pasar una tarde aprendiendo sobre el salmón, la salud del río, creando arte y descubriendo cómo proteger a estos peces. Actividades prácticas Información para pescar Avistamiento de salmones en el río Duwamish. Este evento es accesible para personas con discapacidad y para todas las identidades y edades. ¡Únase a este evento para recibir un recordatorio! This event is put on by the Environmental Science Center, Highline School District, PEI, Duwamish Alive Coalition and Green Tukwila Partnership. more |
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Planting 57th Ave Mini ParkOctober 25, 1pm-3:30pm @ 57th Ave S Mini Park Star-studded planting and mulching event. This event is being led by two movers and shakers in the environmental movement in South King County. Sarah Kavage, a local artist, and Daniel Collins from Nicoterra. Bring your questions about public art, weaving natural materials, plants, trees, and the health of the watershed. The event will be removing some invasives, planting, and cleaning up the area around the living willow sculptures, Water Bearers. All details and ages are welcome, and tools and training are provided. This event is next to the river. more |
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Salmon Science, Walk and Talk on the DuwamishOctober 25, 10am-11:30am @ Tukwila Community Center The Duwamish River ecosystem is a vital yet heavily impacted watershed in the Seattle area, supporting a diverse array of wildlife, including salmon, otters, and eagles. Naturalist Fletcher Levy will lead the group on a stroll and discuss the Green-Duwamish Salmon. Fletcher will discuss all five species and their cultural relevance while also explaining some of the challenges we face in the region. As a bonus, Fletcher will identify native plants and trees and share how they support the river. Everyone will go home with great ways to help salmon ecosystems from your own home. Restrooms and water bottle fill-up stations are available at the Tukwila Community Center. This event is rain or shine and ADA accessible; all ages are welcome, and the walk is paved. Are you comfortable with iNaturalist and community science? We are seeking individuals to help document plants and wildlife in Tukwila. If this is you, please reach out to fletcher.levy@tukwilawa.gov and help document during this event! more |
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Conner Homes at Crystal Springs ParkOctober 27, 9am-11am @ Crystal Springs Park Conner Homes (One of the only local home builders left in Seattle) will be doing a planting event with Forterra on this date. more |