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Proudly Presenting Sascha Clark Danylchuk
May 13th

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🏆 The Golden Trout Returns to the Peninsula!

Well... we gave it an honest go. But in this year’s Annual Fly Fishing Challenge, the Olympic Peninsula Fly Fishers out-fished us fair and square. The Golden Trout Trophy has gone back to their side of Hood Canal for another year.

Big congratulations — sincerely yet through slightly gritted teeth — to Bruce Savaglio of OPFF, who landed the winning fish at 18.5 inches, just edging out our own Scott Donahue’s impressive 18-incher.

Despite the competitive spirit, the real highlight was the shared time on the water. Olympic Fly Fishers of Edmonds always enjoy fishing with our sister club. They're a great group of people, and the camaraderie is what makes this tradition so worthwhile.

The day brought blue skies, rising fish, and post-fish feasting — chili, grilled chicken, Italian sausage, coleslaw, and potato salad.

As for flies:
🎣 Bruce’s winning catch came on a green deer hair muddler
🌵 Tequila booby fly worked for Jeff Sizer
🎯 All seven of Greg Sisson’s fish (most caught!) came on a pink squirmy worm and a size 16 black chrome chironomid

Until next time, OPFF. We'll be back with sharper hooks and bigger nets! 😉

If you’d like to join us on a future outing, connect with us at: https://www.olympicflyfishers.com/

If you’re in the Port Angeles area, learn more about OPFF at: https://opff.org/

📸: Greg Sisson and members of OPFF

🏆 The Golden Trout Returns to the Peninsula!

Well... we gave it an honest go. But in this year’s Annual Fly Fishing Challenge, the Olympic Peninsula Fly Fishers out-fished us fair and square. The Golden Trout Trophy has gone back to their side of Hood Canal for another year.

Big congratulations — sincerely yet through slightly gritted teeth — to Bruce Savaglio of OPFF, who landed the winning fish at 18.5 inches, just edging out our own Scott Donahue’s impressive 18-incher.

Despite the competitive spirit, the real highlight was the shared time on the water. Olympic Fly Fishers of Edmonds always enjoy fishing with our sister club. They're a great group of people, and the camaraderie is what makes this tradition so worthwhile.

The day brought blue skies, rising fish, and post-fish feasting — chili, grilled chicken, Italian sausage, coleslaw, and potato salad.

As for flies:
🎣 Bruce’s winning catch came on a green deer hair muddler
🌵 Tequila booby fly worked for Jeff Sizer
🎯 All seven of Greg Sisson’s fish (most caught!) came on a pink squirmy worm and a size 16 black chrome chironomid

Until next time, OPFF. We'll be back with sharper hooks and bigger nets! 😉

If you’d like to join us on a future outing, connect with us at: https://www.olympicflyfishers.com/

If you’re in the Port Angeles area, learn more about OPFF at: https://opff.org/

📸: Greg Sisson and members of OPFF

BIG WEEKEND – PART 2: Spring Float on the Upper Yakima

This past Sunday, we finally made it to the Yak after our March trip got weathered out. We teamed up with Andy from @riverdogoutfitters, who guided us down nearly 10 miles of the Upper Yakima River for a boat-assisted walk-and-wade. Club member Greg Mills also lent his expertise and his very comfortable boat, allowing us to float a total of seven Olympic Fly Fishers members over a full nine-hour day on the water.

Andy put more than half of us on fish, strategically stopping at some of his favorite honey holes along the way. He also provided outstanding river education—explaining structure, flows, and why he chose each stop. Paired with real-time casting tips, every angler walked away from this trip sharper and more confident. We’re already lining up future outings with Andy on the west side this summer.

Greg Mills was equally valuable, sharing his favorite flies from his personal box, helping with rigging setups, offering casting instruction, and breaking down how to read water in spring flows. That knowledge paid off—club member Ryan May (@edmondsangler) landed his first fish of 2025, a beautiful 21-inch rainbow trout that jumped and ran hard all the way to the net!

Huge thanks again to Andy and Greg for such a fun, relaxing, and rewarding float.

📸: Andy Lockey, Greg Sisson, Ryan May

BIG WEEKEND – PART 2: Spring Float on the Upper Yakima

This past Sunday, we finally made it to the Yak after our March trip got weathered out. We teamed up with Andy from @riverdogoutfitters, who guided us down nearly 10 miles of the Upper Yakima River for a boat-assisted walk-and-wade. Club member Greg Mills also lent his expertise and his very comfortable boat, allowing us to float a total of seven Olympic Fly Fishers members over a full nine-hour day on the water.

Andy put more than half of us on fish, strategically stopping at some of his favorite honey holes along the way. He also provided outstanding river education—explaining structure, flows, and why he chose each stop. Paired with real-time casting tips, every angler walked away from this trip sharper and more confident. We’re already lining up future outings with Andy on the west side this summer.

Greg Mills was equally valuable, sharing his favorite flies from his personal box, helping with rigging setups, offering casting instruction, and breaking down how to read water in spring flows. That knowledge paid off—club member Ryan May (@edmondsangler) landed his first fish of 2025, a beautiful 21-inch rainbow trout that jumped and ran hard all the way to the net!

Huge thanks again to Andy and Greg for such a fun, relaxing, and rewarding float.

📸: Andy Lockey, Greg Sisson, Ryan May

BIG WEEKEND – PART 1: We did some spring fly fishing on Gibbs Lake last Saturday and ran into quite a few really decent fish!

Seven of us made it out to the Olympic Peninsula and had a blast. The day started kind of slow with only a couple fish to the net. Then about 2:00 PM, it took off! Greg Sisson and Scott Donahue were netting fish on almost every cast. Liam Greenmun, one of our newest members and a student from this winter’s fly tying class, landed two fish from his kayak (one of which is pictured here)! Then Todd Obenauer rounded out the day by muscling up the hog you see in this post. What a fun day!

Want to join us on a future outing? Connect with us today at www.olympicflyfishers.com.

BIG WEEKEND – PART 1: We did some spring fly fishing on Gibbs Lake last Saturday and ran into quite a few really decent fish!

Seven of us made it out to the Olympic Peninsula and had a blast. The day started kind of slow with only a couple fish to the net. Then about 2:00 PM, it took off! Greg Sisson and Scott Donahue were netting fish on almost every cast. Liam Greenmun, one of our newest members and a student from this winter’s fly tying class, landed two fish from his kayak (one of which is pictured here)! Then Todd Obenauer rounded out the day by muscling up the hog you see in this post. What a fun day!

Want to join us on a future outing? Connect with us today at www.olympicflyfishers.com.

Float Tube Trekking and Big Rainbows: A Spring Fly Fishing Report from the Potholes

Here’s club member James Glasgow (@jgfanfare), mid-adventure after a 2+ mile hike through the sagebrush to reach what his buddies would only call “Secret Lake #7” in Washington’s Potholes region. Float tube on his back, rod in hand, and Woolly Buggers packed and ready.

The hike? Brutal.

The payoff? A couple thick rainbows and a reminder that the best fishing stories don’t always start off easy.

James made this trip in late March – prime time to target early-season trout in desert lakes like those scattered across the Potholes. It’s rugged, remote country where your float tube becomes less of a luxury and more of a beast of burden. You’ll feel every pound by mile two.

His advice? Next time, maybe bring a lighter setup—and one or two more forthcoming friends.

Got a story and a photo? Send it our way! We love highlighting members doing what we do best—getting outside, catching fish, and occasionally questioning our gear choices along the way.

Explore the region:
https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/hikes/potholes-wildlife-area
https://wdfw.wa.gov/fishing/locations/lowland-lakes/potholes-reservoir
https://parks.wa.gov/find-parks/state-parks/potholes-state-park

Float Tube Trekking and Big Rainbows: A Spring Fly Fishing Report from the Potholes

Here’s club member James Glasgow (@jgfanfare), mid-adventure after a 2+ mile hike through the sagebrush to reach what his buddies would only call “Secret Lake #7” in Washington’s Potholes region. Float tube on his back, rod in hand, and Woolly Buggers packed and ready.

The hike? Brutal.

The payoff? A couple thick rainbows and a reminder that the best fishing stories don’t always start off easy.

James made this trip in late March – prime time to target early-season trout in desert lakes like those scattered across the Potholes. It’s rugged, remote country where your float tube becomes less of a luxury and more of a beast of burden. You’ll feel every pound by mile two.

His advice? Next time, maybe bring a lighter setup—and one or two more forthcoming friends.

Got a story and a photo? Send it our way! We love highlighting members doing what we do best—getting outside, catching fish, and occasionally questioning our gear choices along the way.

Explore the region:
https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/hikes/potholes-wildlife-area
https://wdfw.wa.gov/fishing/locations/lowland-lakes/potholes-reservoir
https://parks.wa.gov/find-parks/state-parks/potholes-state-park

Olympic Fly Fishers of Edmonds proudly presents Sascha Clark Danylchuk, Executive Director of Keep Fish Wet. She will be our guest speaker on May 13, live via Zoom, and will present science-based fish handling practices that every angler can use – just in time for the peak of our fishing season.

Sascha’s talk will offer clear, practical takeaways you can apply immediately on the water—from minimizing air exposure to understanding stress responses in fish. Whether you're new to fly fishing or a seasoned angler, her presentation will deepen your understanding of what it really means to release a fish responsibly.

Club meetings are free and open to the public. No tickets required. Doors open at 5:30 pm.

LOCATION
Lake Ballinger Center
23000 Lakeview Dr.
Mountlake Terrace, WA 98043

ABOUT SASCHA CLARK DANYLCHUK
Sascha Clark Danylchuk is the Executive Director of Keep Fish Wet, a science-based nonprofit focused on improving the outcomes of catch-and-release fishing. With a background in marine biology, environmental policy, and a master’s degree in fisheries science, Sascha brings both academic expertise and real-world experience to her role.

Throughout her career, she has worked with conservation and education nonprofits to bridge the gap between science and on-the-water practices. Sascha is a widely respected voice in fish conservation and has written for organizations like the Theodore Roosevelt Conservation Partnership. Her popular “Finsights” blog series on the Orvis News site translates current fisheries research into practical guidance for anglers of all levels.

Whether you're a seasoned fly fisher or new to the sport, Sascha’s insights will change the way you think about catch-and-release – and how your choices can support healthier fisheries.

Learn more at: https://www.keepfishwet.org and https://news.orvis.com/fly-fishing/finsightstranslating-science-fisheries-reports

ABOUT OLYMPIC FLY FISHERS
Founded in 1965, we are a group of men and women who promote the sport of fly fishing through education, conservation, and camaraderie.

Whether you’re just getting started in the sport, or have been at it for years, we would love

Olympic Fly Fishers of Edmonds proudly presents Sascha Clark Danylchuk, Executive Director of Keep Fish Wet. She will be our guest speaker on May 13, live via Zoom, and will present science-based fish handling practices that every angler can use – just in time for the peak of our fishing season.

Sascha’s talk will offer clear, practical takeaways you can apply immediately on the water—from minimizing air exposure to understanding stress responses in fish. Whether you're new to fly fishing or a seasoned angler, her presentation will deepen your understanding of what it really means to release a fish responsibly.

Club meetings are free and open to the public. No tickets required. Doors open at 5:30 pm.

LOCATION
Lake Ballinger Center
23000 Lakeview Dr.
Mountlake Terrace, WA 98043

ABOUT SASCHA CLARK DANYLCHUK
Sascha Clark Danylchuk is the Executive Director of Keep Fish Wet, a science-based nonprofit focused on improving the outcomes of catch-and-release fishing. With a background in marine biology, environmental policy, and a master’s degree in fisheries science, Sascha brings both academic expertise and real-world experience to her role.

Throughout her career, she has worked with conservation and education nonprofits to bridge the gap between science and on-the-water practices. Sascha is a widely respected voice in fish conservation and has written for organizations like the Theodore Roosevelt Conservation Partnership. Her popular “Finsights” blog series on the Orvis News site translates current fisheries research into practical guidance for anglers of all levels.

Whether you're a seasoned fly fisher or new to the sport, Sascha’s insights will change the way you think about catch-and-release – and how your choices can support healthier fisheries.

Learn more at: https://www.keepfishwet.org and https://news.orvis.com/fly-fishing/finsightstranslating-science-fisheries-reports

ABOUT OLYMPIC FLY FISHERS
Founded in 1965, we are a group of men and women who promote the sport of fly fishing through education, conservation, and camaraderie.

Whether you’re just getting started in the sport, or have been at it for years, we would love

Last night, 45 of our members gathered for an evening with Steve Duda (@stephenpduda), author of “River Songs: Moments of Wild Wonder in Fly Fishing.” Steve read several selections from his book, capturing in words why we love fly fishing – the awe, the humor, the wild moments that stay with you for the rest of your life.

His story about the swallows on the Yakima River had the room spellbound—equal parts dread and beauty. It evoked memories among club members who’d grown up on farms, recalling sensory experiences they hadn’t thought about in decades. Then came the tale of hiking to a remote stream in Yellowstone. It was filled with enough danger to underscore the risks involved… yet still make us want to pack our bags and go.

As Head of Fish Tales at Patagonia, Steve also shared an update on their bold shift in 2022. Founder Yvon Chouinard transferred 100% ownership of the company to the Patagonia Purpose Trust and the Holdfast Collective. This structure ensures 98% of Patagonia’s profits now help combat climate change and protect wild places – an inspiring model of what a business can do for the planet.

Steve wrapped up by teasing a piece he has coming this fall in @theflyfishjournal, and we can’t wait to read it. Then he stayed afterward to chat and sign copies of River Songs, making the evening even more memorable.

Our sincere thanks to Steve Duda for the stories, the laughter, and the reminder that both words and actions can have a tremendous impact!

Last night, 45 of our members gathered for an evening with Steve Duda (@stephenpduda), author of “River Songs: Moments of Wild Wonder in Fly Fishing.” Steve read several selections from his book, capturing in words why we love fly fishing – the awe, the humor, the wild moments that stay with you for the rest of your life.

His story about the swallows on the Yakima River had the room spellbound—equal parts dread and beauty. It evoked memories among club members who’d grown up on farms, recalling sensory experiences they hadn’t thought about in decades. Then came the tale of hiking to a remote stream in Yellowstone. It was filled with enough danger to underscore the risks involved… yet still make us want to pack our bags and go.

As Head of Fish Tales at Patagonia, Steve also shared an update on their bold shift in 2022. Founder Yvon Chouinard transferred 100% ownership of the company to the Patagonia Purpose Trust and the Holdfast Collective. This structure ensures 98% of Patagonia’s profits now help combat climate change and protect wild places – an inspiring model of what a business can do for the planet.

Steve wrapped up by teasing a piece he has coming this fall in @theflyfishjournal, and we can’t wait to read it. Then he stayed afterward to chat and sign copies of River Songs, making the evening even more memorable.

Our sincere thanks to Steve Duda for the stories, the laughter, and the reminder that both words and actions can have a tremendous impact!

👉 Important steelhead update for the Skagit and Sauk!

Just a quick note for those planning a trip: the steelhead season on the Skagit and Sauk rivers will close this Friday, April 11, due to lower-than-expected wild steelhead returns. That makes Thursday, April 10 the last day to get out there.

WDFW and co-managing tribes have updated their forecast and are seeing fewer wild steelhead than originally anticipated. To help protect the run and ensure future fishing opportunities, they’ve made the tough call to close things down early this year.

We're disappointed for sure—these rivers are iconic, and many of us look forward to this season all year. But this move helps conserve wild fish and keeps us aligned with the long-term plan for sustainable steelhead fisheries in the region.

Thanks to everyone doing their part for the future of steelhead!

👉 Important steelhead update for the Skagit and Sauk!

Just a quick note for those planning a trip: the steelhead season on the Skagit and Sauk rivers will close this Friday, April 11, due to lower-than-expected wild steelhead returns. That makes Thursday, April 10 the last day to get out there.

WDFW and co-managing tribes have updated their forecast and are seeing fewer wild steelhead than originally anticipated. To help protect the run and ensure future fishing opportunities, they’ve made the tough call to close things down early this year.

We're disappointed for sure—these rivers are iconic, and many of us look forward to this season all year. But this move helps conserve wild fish and keeps us aligned with the long-term plan for sustainable steelhead fisheries in the region.

Thanks to everyone doing their part for the future of steelhead!

Lenice Lake Update – Windy but Worth It 🎣💨

Checking in from the Lenice Lake outing with the Olympic Fly Fishers crew! The wind’s been howling—white caps on the water since morning—but it’s finally starting to ease up a bit.

Fishing’s been tough, but when we can sneak a cast in, blood worms and black leeches are doing the trick. Gotta work for ‘em, but fish are getting caught!

Back at camp, spirits are high, the fire’s hot, and the stories are flowing. Not a bad way to spend the weekend!

#OlympicFlyFishers #LeniceLake #FlyFishingTrip #CampfireVibes #FishOn

Lenice Lake Update – Windy but Worth It 🎣💨

Checking in from the Lenice Lake outing with the Olympic Fly Fishers crew! The wind’s been howling—white caps on the water since morning—but it’s finally starting to ease up a bit.

Fishing’s been tough, but when we can sneak a cast in, blood worms and black leeches are doing the trick. Gotta work for ‘em, but fish are getting caught!

Back at camp, spirits are high, the fire’s hot, and the stories are flowing. Not a bad way to spend the weekend!

#OlympicFlyFishers #LeniceLake #FlyFishingTrip #CampfireVibes #FishOn

🌼 Spring has arrived, and so have the leeches… the fly fishing kind!

Check out this vibrant leech pattern tied by club member Tom Langley, a fresh variant of his Langley Leech. Captured in action inside a Fly Tester from Flymen Fishing Company, this fly is designed to suspend and move naturally—making it irresistible to trout and other freshwater predators.

Tom debuted the color combo for this pattern last Saturday at our lake fishing clinic, where new anglers and mentors got a firsthand look at its fish-catching potential.

🐟 Why leeches?
Leech patterns are a must-have for stillwater fishing! Their lifelike movement mimics a favorite food source for trout, bass, and more. Fish them under an indicator, strip them in, or let them drift naturally — the results speak for themselves.

📺 Want to tie a similar pattern?
Check out this Balanced Leech tutorial from Phil Rowley: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0Tl_pv21TuU.

Thanks again for sharing, Tom! 🎣 And tight lines to all this spring!

🌼 Spring has arrived, and so have the leeches… the fly fishing kind!

Check out this vibrant leech pattern tied by club member Tom Langley, a fresh variant of his Langley Leech. Captured in action inside a Fly Tester from Flymen Fishing Company, this fly is designed to suspend and move naturally—making it irresistible to trout and other freshwater predators.

Tom debuted the color combo for this pattern last Saturday at our lake fishing clinic, where new anglers and mentors got a firsthand look at its fish-catching potential.

🐟 Why leeches?
Leech patterns are a must-have for stillwater fishing! Their lifelike movement mimics a favorite food source for trout, bass, and more. Fish them under an indicator, strip them in, or let them drift naturally — the results speak for themselves.

📺 Want to tie a similar pattern?
Check out this Balanced Leech tutorial from Phil Rowley: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0Tl_pv21TuU.

Thanks again for sharing, Tom! 🎣 And tight lines to all this spring!

🎣 Stillwater Fly Fishing Workshop Recap 🎣

Saturday’s hands-on Stillwater Fly Fishing Workshop at Ballinger Lake Center was a fantastic success! Though we had to pivot from our original Lone Lake plans, the indoor setting provided a perfect environment for learning and skill-building.

With six new fishers, six dedicated mentors, and several experienced club members, everyone had the chance to refine their techniques, ask questions, and gain confidence for their next outing. Steve Ruppert even brought his Fly Tester, giving participants a real-time view of how their flies behave in moving water!

💡 Highlights of the day:
✔️ Rod, reel, and line setup
✔️ Key knots to assemble your line securely and quickly
✔️ Custom leader building (with the ideal setup for getting your line to depth in a lake)
✔️ Casting practice (despite a little rain and a LOT of wind!)
✔️ Lake fishing strategies with club member and stillwater expert, Tom Langley
✔️ Coffee and mini cinnamon rolls provided by Marty Happy Behnke (thanks again, Marty!)

The best part? Everyone—from beginners to seasoned anglers—walked away having learned something new! Thanks to all who participated, mentored, and shared their expertise. 💙🐟

Miss this one? We have another clinic for new fly fishers coming up on May 24 at Lone Lake. Check our calendar for more information: https://www.olympicflyfishers.com/calendar

#FlyFishing #StillwaterFishing #FishingWorkshop #Community #TightLines

🎣 Stillwater Fly Fishing Workshop Recap 🎣

Saturday’s hands-on Stillwater Fly Fishing Workshop at Ballinger Lake Center was a fantastic success! Though we had to pivot from our original Lone Lake plans, the indoor setting provided a perfect environment for learning and skill-building.

With six new fishers, six dedicated mentors, and several experienced club members, everyone had the chance to refine their techniques, ask questions, and gain confidence for their next outing. Steve Ruppert even brought his Fly Tester, giving participants a real-time view of how their flies behave in moving water!

💡 Highlights of the day:
✔️ Rod, reel, and line setup
✔️ Key knots to assemble your line securely and quickly
✔️ Custom leader building (with the ideal setup for getting your line to depth in a lake)
✔️ Casting practice (despite a little rain and a LOT of wind!)
✔️ Lake fishing strategies with club member and stillwater expert, Tom Langley
✔️ Coffee and mini cinnamon rolls provided by Marty Happy Behnke (thanks again, Marty!)

The best part? Everyone—from beginners to seasoned anglers—walked away having learned something new! Thanks to all who participated, mentored, and shared their expertise. 💙🐟

Miss this one? We have another clinic for new fly fishers coming up on May 24 at Lone Lake. Check our calendar for more information: https://www.olympicflyfishers.com/calendar

#FlyFishing #StillwaterFishing #FishingWorkshop #Community #TightLines

🌬️🎣 Casting into the Wind – A March Fly Fishing Challenge! 🎣🌬️

What better way to hone your fly fishing skills than practicing in a true PNW breeze? 💨 On a gusty March afternoon at Lake Ballinger Center last Saturday, mentors and new fishers paired up on the back lawn, mastering the art of casting with the wind—and against it!

💡 Key takeaways from the day:
✔️ Adjusting casting angles for better line control
✔️ Learning to use the wind to your advantage
✔️ Gaining confidence for real stillwater conditions

Every loop, every cast, every gust—it’s all part of the learning process. Big thanks to our mentors for sharing their expertise, and to all the new fishers who braved the breeze with spirited enthusiasm!

🔥 Who else loves a good windy day casting session? Drop a 🎣 in the comments!

[Soundtrack: Quadro Neuvo: Beach Anno '75]

🌬️🎣 Casting into the Wind – A March Fly Fishing Challenge! 🎣🌬️

What better way to hone your fly fishing skills than practicing in a true PNW breeze? 💨 On a gusty March afternoon at Lake Ballinger Center last Saturday, mentors and new fishers paired up on the back lawn, mastering the art of casting with the wind—and against it!

💡 Key takeaways from the day:
✔️ Adjusting casting angles for better line control
✔️ Learning to use the wind to your advantage
✔️ Gaining confidence for real stillwater conditions

Every loop, every cast, every gust—it’s all part of the learning process. Big thanks to our mentors for sharing their expertise, and to all the new fishers who braved the breeze with spirited enthusiasm!

🔥 Who else loves a good windy day casting session? Drop a 🎣 in the comments!

[Soundtrack: Quadro Neuvo: Beach Anno '75]

The Lucky Clover Hatch. Because they’re never finicky enough to outsmart us. 🎣🍀 Wishing you luck today from all of us at Olympic Fly Fishers!

The Lucky Clover Hatch. Because they’re never finicky enough to outsmart us. 🎣🍀 Wishing you luck today from all of us at Olympic Fly Fishers!

Sure, trout can be picky… but we’ve got luck on our side today! 🍀🎣 Happy St. Paddy’s from all of us at Olympic Fly Fishers.

Sure, trout can be picky… but we’ve got luck on our side today! 🍀🎣 Happy St. Paddy’s from all of us at Olympic Fly Fishers.

Raising our glasses tonight to The Avid Angler (@avidanglerflyfishing) on its 50th Anniversary, and half a century of commitment, excellence, and angling tradition in western Washington! Here’s to the next 50!

Raising our glasses tonight to The Avid Angler (@avidanglerflyfishing) on its 50th Anniversary, and half a century of commitment, excellence, and angling tradition in western Washington! Here’s to the next 50!

What an incredible day! Forty volunteers, from age 3 to 83, came together at Picnic Point Beach on a quiet, foggy winter morning this past Saturday. Equipped with shovels, gloves, and tons of enthusiasm, we dug in—and in no time, we’d transformed the landscape.

In just one hour, the group installed 89 native plants, including tall Oregon grape, black twinberry, mock orange, red-flowering currant, salal, snowberry, sword fern, and vine maple. These will help stabilize the bank, reduce erosion, and support local wildlife, ensuring this stretch of coastline remains healthy for years to come.

With time to spare, we spread out along the beach and picnic area, filling bags with trash and leaving the area noticeably cleaner.

Beyond the work we accomplished, another high point of the day was the teamwork and camaraderie. Whether it was helping two young first-time volunteers plant their first shrubs or swapping fish stories while hauling mulch, the energy was inspiring!

HUGE thank you to everyone who showed up and made this event such a success. Special thanks to Jay Tavarez-Brown with the @snohomishhealthyforestproject for her leadership and vast knowledge of all things with leaves. Big thanks also to Park Ranger Carl Runge with @snocoparks for his support in providing the county’s tool trailer. We’re lucky to have you both!

And thanks to Jeff Norman (@jeffnorman77) and members of Overlake Fly Fishing Club for joining us on the beach!

This is what community conservation looks like: hands in the dirt, boots on the ground, and people from all walks of life coming together to make a difference.

See you at the next one!

📸 Steve Ruppert, Tim Buckley & Ryan May

What an incredible day! Forty volunteers, from age 3 to 83, came together at Picnic Point Beach on a quiet, foggy winter morning this past Saturday. Equipped with shovels, gloves, and tons of enthusiasm, we dug in—and in no time, we’d transformed the landscape.

In just one hour, the group installed 89 native plants, including tall Oregon grape, black twinberry, mock orange, red-flowering currant, salal, snowberry, sword fern, and vine maple. These will help stabilize the bank, reduce erosion, and support local wildlife, ensuring this stretch of coastline remains healthy for years to come.

With time to spare, we spread out along the beach and picnic area, filling bags with trash and leaving the area noticeably cleaner.

Beyond the work we accomplished, another high point of the day was the teamwork and camaraderie. Whether it was helping two young first-time volunteers plant their first shrubs or swapping fish stories while hauling mulch, the energy was inspiring!

HUGE thank you to everyone who showed up and made this event such a success. Special thanks to Jay Tavarez-Brown with the @snohomishhealthyforestproject for her leadership and vast knowledge of all things with leaves. Big thanks also to Park Ranger Carl Runge with @snocoparks for his support in providing the county’s tool trailer. We’re lucky to have you both!

And thanks to Jeff Norman (@jeffnorman77) and members of Overlake Fly Fishing Club for joining us on the beach!

This is what community conservation looks like: hands in the dirt, boots on the ground, and people from all walks of life coming together to make a difference.

See you at the next one!

📸 Steve Ruppert, Tim Buckley & Ryan May

TODAY’S THE DAY… and we couldn’t have asked for better weather!!! Head down to the beach and join Olympic Fly Fishers of Edmonds in partnership with the Snohomish County Healthy Forest Project (@snohomishhealthyforestproject) for a winter planting event at Picnic Point from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

This event is open to the public. All ages and levels of ability are welcome. Tools, plants, and all other necessary materials will be provided.

If you didn’t have a chance to pre-register, don’t worry about it. Come join us anyway!

Volunteers will plant native species along the beach in areas cleared during previous conservation events. Plants that will be provided include:
• Tall Oregon-grape
• Black twinberry
• Mock orange
• Red-flowering currant
• Salal
• Shore pine
• Snowberry
• Sword fern
• Vine maple

---What to Bring---
Wear long sleeves, long pants, and sturdy closed-toe shoes—you’ll be digging in the dirt. Layer your clothing for cooler temperatures. Gloves and tools will be provided, but you’re welcome to bring your own. Bring water and a snack to keep yourself fueled. (No power tools or herbicides, please.)

---Where to Meet---
Meet at the Picnic Point parking lot:
7231 Picnic Point Rd
Edmonds, WA 98036

Sign-in location is near the pedestrian overpass of the BNSF railway on the west end of the parking lot.

---Where to Park---
Parking is free at Picnic Point, but it can fill up on nice days. If you can, arrive early or carpool.

Hope to see you there!

| @thatbirdinggirl @snocoparks

TODAY’S THE DAY… and we couldn’t have asked for better weather!!! Head down to the beach and join Olympic Fly Fishers of Edmonds in partnership with the Snohomish County Healthy Forest Project (@snohomishhealthyforestproject) for a winter planting event at Picnic Point from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

This event is open to the public. All ages and levels of ability are welcome. Tools, plants, and all other necessary materials will be provided.

If you didn’t have a chance to pre-register, don’t worry about it. Come join us anyway!

Volunteers will plant native species along the beach in areas cleared during previous conservation events. Plants that will be provided include:
• Tall Oregon-grape
• Black twinberry
• Mock orange
• Red-flowering currant
• Salal
• Shore pine
• Snowberry
• Sword fern
• Vine maple

---What to Bring---
Wear long sleeves, long pants, and sturdy closed-toe shoes—you’ll be digging in the dirt. Layer your clothing for cooler temperatures. Gloves and tools will be provided, but you’re welcome to bring your own. Bring water and a snack to keep yourself fueled. (No power tools or herbicides, please.)

---Where to Meet---
Meet at the Picnic Point parking lot:
7231 Picnic Point Rd
Edmonds, WA 98036

Sign-in location is near the pedestrian overpass of the BNSF railway on the west end of the parking lot.

---Where to Park---
Parking is free at Picnic Point, but it can fill up on nice days. If you can, arrive early or carpool.

Hope to see you there!

| @thatbirdinggirl @snocoparks

Please join us and our friends with the Snohomish County Healthy Forest Project (@snohomishhealthyforestproject) for a winter planting event at Picnic Point Beach tomorrow, Saturday, March 1, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

This event is open to the public. All ages and levels of ability are welcome. Tools, plants, and all other necessary materials will be provided.

👆To sign up or learn more, visit the official event site in our Linktree.

“We all have these special places we come to love – a favorite trail, a beach, a lake, or stream,” said OFF President, Greg Sisson. “But special places need our attention to keep them that way. Without our help, trash builds up and the ivy and blackberries take over. Graffiti starts to appear on structures and even trees. Next thing you know, it’s not a very special place anymore.”

Pink salmon return to Puget Sound in numbers this summer, and we want to give them every advantage possible! Volunteers will plant native species along the beach in areas cleared during previous conservation events.

Plants that will be provided include:
• Tall Oregon-grape
• Black twinberry
• Mock orange
• Red-flowering currant
• Salal
• Shore pine
• Snowberry
• Sword fern
• Vine maple

Representatives from the Snohomish County Department of Conservation and Natural Resources will be on site, along with Picnic Point Forest Stewards.

Please join us as we continue to restore and improve one of our area’s most vital marine habitats!

| @thatbirdinggirl @snocoparks

Please join us and our friends with the Snohomish County Healthy Forest Project (@snohomishhealthyforestproject) for a winter planting event at Picnic Point Beach tomorrow, Saturday, March 1, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

This event is open to the public. All ages and levels of ability are welcome. Tools, plants, and all other necessary materials will be provided.

👆To sign up or learn more, visit the official event site in our Linktree.

“We all have these special places we come to love – a favorite trail, a beach, a lake, or stream,” said OFF President, Greg Sisson. “But special places need our attention to keep them that way. Without our help, trash builds up and the ivy and blackberries take over. Graffiti starts to appear on structures and even trees. Next thing you know, it’s not a very special place anymore.”

Pink salmon return to Puget Sound in numbers this summer, and we want to give them every advantage possible! Volunteers will plant native species along the beach in areas cleared during previous conservation events.

Plants that will be provided include:
• Tall Oregon-grape
• Black twinberry
• Mock orange
• Red-flowering currant
• Salal
• Shore pine
• Snowberry
• Sword fern
• Vine maple

Representatives from the Snohomish County Department of Conservation and Natural Resources will be on site, along with Picnic Point Forest Stewards.

Please join us as we continue to restore and improve one of our area’s most vital marine habitats!

| @thatbirdinggirl @snocoparks

Please join us and our friends with the Snohomish County Healthy Forest Project (@snohomishhealthyforestproject) for a winter planting event at Picnic Point Beach this Saturday, March 1, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

To sign up or learn more, visit the official event site in our Linktree 👆👆👆

This event is open to the public. All ages and levels of ability are welcome. Tools, plants, and all other necessary materials will be provided.

Pink salmon return to Puget Sound in numbers this summer, and we want to give them every advantage possible! A healthy, wooded beach, rich with native vegetation, will cool stream temperatures, slow erosion and provide habitat for birds and fish.

Volunteers will plant native species along the beach in areas cleared during previous conservation events. Plants that will be provided include:
• Tall Oregon-grape
• Black twinberry
• Mock orange
• Red-flowering currant
• Salal
• Shore pine
• Snowberry
• Sword fern
• Vine maple

Representatives from the Snohomish County Department of Conservation and Natural Resources will be on site, along with Picnic Point Forest Stewards.

Please join us as we continue to restore and improve one of our area’s most vital marine habitats!

| @thatbirdinggirl

Please join us and our friends with the Snohomish County Healthy Forest Project (@snohomishhealthyforestproject) for a winter planting event at Picnic Point Beach this Saturday, March 1, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

To sign up or learn more, visit the official event site in our Linktree 👆👆👆

This event is open to the public. All ages and levels of ability are welcome. Tools, plants, and all other necessary materials will be provided.

Pink salmon return to Puget Sound in numbers this summer, and we want to give them every advantage possible! A healthy, wooded beach, rich with native vegetation, will cool stream temperatures, slow erosion and provide habitat for birds and fish.

Volunteers will plant native species along the beach in areas cleared during previous conservation events. Plants that will be provided include:
• Tall Oregon-grape
• Black twinberry
• Mock orange
• Red-flowering currant
• Salal
• Shore pine
• Snowberry
• Sword fern
• Vine maple

Representatives from the Snohomish County Department of Conservation and Natural Resources will be on site, along with Picnic Point Forest Stewards.

Please join us as we continue to restore and improve one of our area’s most vital marine habitats!

| @thatbirdinggirl

Spend your next 40 seconds on the shores of Picnic Point Beach and take in the winter sunrise as it illuminates Whidbey Island on the horizon.

Then join us and our friends with the Snohomish County Healthy Forest Project (@snohomishhealthyforestproject) for a winter planting event at Picnic Point Beach this Saturday, March 1, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., and see the view for yourself!

To sign up or learn more, visit the official event site: https://tinyurl.com/y4hbf3u8.

This event is open to the public. All ages and levels of ability are welcome. Tools, plants, and all other necessary materials will be provided.

Pink salmon return to Puget Sound in numbers this summer, and we want to give them every advantage possible! A healthy, wooded beach, rich with native vegetation, will cool stream temperatures, slow erosion and provide habitat for birds and fish.

Volunteers will plant native species along the beach in areas cleared during previous conservation events. Plants that will be provided include:
• Tall Oregon-grape
• Black twinberry
• Mock orange
• Red-flowering currant
• Salal
• Shore pine
• Snowberry
• Sword fern
• Vine maple

Representatives from the Snohomish County Department of Conservation and Natural Resources will be on site, along with Picnic Point Forest Stewards.

Please join us as we continue to restore and improve one of our area’s most vital marine habitats!

| @thatbirdinggirl

Spend your next 40 seconds on the shores of Picnic Point Beach and take in the winter sunrise as it illuminates Whidbey Island on the horizon.

Then join us and our friends with the Snohomish County Healthy Forest Project (@snohomishhealthyforestproject) for a winter planting event at Picnic Point Beach this Saturday, March 1, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., and see the view for yourself!

To sign up or learn more, visit the official event site: https://tinyurl.com/y4hbf3u8.

This event is open to the public. All ages and levels of ability are welcome. Tools, plants, and all other necessary materials will be provided.

Pink salmon return to Puget Sound in numbers this summer, and we want to give them every advantage possible! A healthy, wooded beach, rich with native vegetation, will cool stream temperatures, slow erosion and provide habitat for birds and fish.

Volunteers will plant native species along the beach in areas cleared during previous conservation events. Plants that will be provided include:
• Tall Oregon-grape
• Black twinberry
• Mock orange
• Red-flowering currant
• Salal
• Shore pine
• Snowberry
• Sword fern
• Vine maple

Representatives from the Snohomish County Department of Conservation and Natural Resources will be on site, along with Picnic Point Forest Stewards.

Please join us as we continue to restore and improve one of our area’s most vital marine habitats!

| @thatbirdinggirl

Please join us and our friends with the Snohomish County Healthy Forest Project (@snohomishhealthyforestproject) for a winter planting event at Picnic Point Beach this Saturday, March 1, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

This event is open to the public. All ages and levels of ability are welcome. Tools, plants, and all other necessary materials will be provided.

👆To sign up or learn more, visit the official event site in our Linktree.

“Cultivating native plants reduces the need for watering and artificial fertilizer,” said Helena Puche, OFF Conservation Chair. “This lowers maintenance costs as the native plants adapt to the timing of the seasons, harshness of the weather, and water availability of the particular area they evolve within. Native plants are also typically adapted to surviving local pests and, therefore, do not need chemical pesticides.”

Volunteers will plant native species along the beach in areas cleared during previous conservation events. Plants that will be provided include:
• Tall Oregon-grape
• Black twinberry
• Mock orange
• Red-flowering currant
• Salal
• Shore pine
• Snowberry
• Sword fern
• Vine maple

“Native plants such as mock orange or black twinberry are important because they help streambank stabilization, as well as the restoration of riparian areas and moist ravines,” Puche said. “This provides habitat for fish, such as the pink salmon that are making a big comeback to Puget Sound this summer.”

“Another prime example of a native plant and its benefits is the tall Oregon grape which feeds and shelters wildlife,” Puche said. “Its berries nourish grouse, pheasants, robins, sparrows, and other fruit eaters (frugivores), including foxes and raccoons. Painted lady butterflies, mason bees, and other invertebrates drink its flower nectar. Small animals find cover in its densely clustered leaves.”

Representatives from the Snohomish County Department of Conservation and Natural Resources will be on site, along with Picnic Point Forest Stewards.

Please join us as we continue to restore and improve one of our area’s most vital marine habitats!

| @thatbirdinggirl

Please join us and our friends with the Snohomish County Healthy Forest Project (@snohomishhealthyforestproject) for a winter planting event at Picnic Point Beach this Saturday, March 1, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

This event is open to the public. All ages and levels of ability are welcome. Tools, plants, and all other necessary materials will be provided.

👆To sign up or learn more, visit the official event site in our Linktree.

“Cultivating native plants reduces the need for watering and artificial fertilizer,” said Helena Puche, OFF Conservation Chair. “This lowers maintenance costs as the native plants adapt to the timing of the seasons, harshness of the weather, and water availability of the particular area they evolve within. Native plants are also typically adapted to surviving local pests and, therefore, do not need chemical pesticides.”

Volunteers will plant native species along the beach in areas cleared during previous conservation events. Plants that will be provided include:
• Tall Oregon-grape
• Black twinberry
• Mock orange
• Red-flowering currant
• Salal
• Shore pine
• Snowberry
• Sword fern
• Vine maple

“Native plants such as mock orange or black twinberry are important because they help streambank stabilization, as well as the restoration of riparian areas and moist ravines,” Puche said. “This provides habitat for fish, such as the pink salmon that are making a big comeback to Puget Sound this summer.”

“Another prime example of a native plant and its benefits is the tall Oregon grape which feeds and shelters wildlife,” Puche said. “Its berries nourish grouse, pheasants, robins, sparrows, and other fruit eaters (frugivores), including foxes and raccoons. Painted lady butterflies, mason bees, and other invertebrates drink its flower nectar. Small animals find cover in its densely clustered leaves.”

Representatives from the Snohomish County Department of Conservation and Natural Resources will be on site, along with Picnic Point Forest Stewards.

Please join us as we continue to restore and improve one of our area’s most vital marine habitats!

| @thatbirdinggirl

Please join us and our friends with the Snohomish County Healthy Forest Project (@snohomishhealthyforestproject) for a winter planting event at Picnic Point Beach this Saturday, March 1, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

This event is open to the public. All ages and levels of ability are welcome. Tools, plants, and all other necessary materials will be provided.

👆To sign up or learn more, visit the official event site in our Linktree.👆

Volunteers will plant native species along the beach in areas cleared during previous conservation events. Plants that will be provided include:
• Tall Oregon-grape
• Black twinberry
• Mock orange
• Red-flowering currant
• Salal
• Shore pine
• Snowberry
• Sword fern
• Vine maple

A healthy, wooded beach, rich with native vegetation, will cool stream temperatures, slow erosion and provide habitat for birds and fish. Pink salmon return to Puget Sound in numbers this summer, and we want to give them every advantage possible!

Representatives from the Snohomish County Department of Conservation and Natural Resources will be on site, along with Picnic Point Forest Stewards.

“We are so grateful for the Snohomish County Healthy Forest Project and its mission of community stewardship,” said Helena Puche, OFF Conservation Chair. “Through their leadership and support, we are able to join our neighbors in taking an active role in the protection of local wildlife and the natural environments we all share.”

Please join us as we continue to restore and improve one of our area’s most vital marine habitats!

| @thatbirdinggirl

Please join us and our friends with the Snohomish County Healthy Forest Project (@snohomishhealthyforestproject) for a winter planting event at Picnic Point Beach this Saturday, March 1, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

This event is open to the public. All ages and levels of ability are welcome. Tools, plants, and all other necessary materials will be provided.

👆To sign up or learn more, visit the official event site in our Linktree.👆

Volunteers will plant native species along the beach in areas cleared during previous conservation events. Plants that will be provided include:
• Tall Oregon-grape
• Black twinberry
• Mock orange
• Red-flowering currant
• Salal
• Shore pine
• Snowberry
• Sword fern
• Vine maple

A healthy, wooded beach, rich with native vegetation, will cool stream temperatures, slow erosion and provide habitat for birds and fish. Pink salmon return to Puget Sound in numbers this summer, and we want to give them every advantage possible!

Representatives from the Snohomish County Department of Conservation and Natural Resources will be on site, along with Picnic Point Forest Stewards.

“We are so grateful for the Snohomish County Healthy Forest Project and its mission of community stewardship,” said Helena Puche, OFF Conservation Chair. “Through their leadership and support, we are able to join our neighbors in taking an active role in the protection of local wildlife and the natural environments we all share.”

Please join us as we continue to restore and improve one of our area’s most vital marine habitats!

| @thatbirdinggirl

Small Flies, Big Impact! -- Beginning Fly Tying Class Recap (Week 5)

This week, we focused on midge patterns, tying the Griffith’s Gnat and the Partridge and Orange Soft Hackle—two timeless flies that test precision and thread control. These small patterns require careful hackle sizing, a skill we spent time honing to ensure proportion and balance.

We also had great discussions on soft hackle variations, with club president Greg Sisson sharing his success with the Carey Special, and John introducing a historical twist—using Cul de Canard (CDC) for added natural buoyancy in dry flies. The AP Emerger also got a mention as a versatile stillwater fly.

With only one class left, we're gearing up for a strong finish next week. We’ll be tying the Pheasant Tail Nymph and Foam Beetle, bringing together all the techniques we’ve practiced throughout the course.

Looking forward to seeing everyone for the final session!

Small Flies, Big Impact! -- Beginning Fly Tying Class Recap (Week 5)

This week, we focused on midge patterns, tying the Griffith’s Gnat and the Partridge and Orange Soft Hackle—two timeless flies that test precision and thread control. These small patterns require careful hackle sizing, a skill we spent time honing to ensure proportion and balance.

We also had great discussions on soft hackle variations, with club president Greg Sisson sharing his success with the Carey Special, and John introducing a historical twist—using Cul de Canard (CDC) for added natural buoyancy in dry flies. The AP Emerger also got a mention as a versatile stillwater fly.

With only one class left, we're gearing up for a strong finish next week. We’ll be tying the Pheasant Tail Nymph and Foam Beetle, bringing together all the techniques we’ve practiced throughout the course.

Looking forward to seeing everyone for the final session!

Olympic Fly Fishers of Edmonds in partnership with @snohomishhealthyforestproject & @thatbirdinggirl invite you to a winter planting event at Picnic Point Beach on Saturday, March 1, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Pink salmon return to Puget Sound in numbers this summer, and we want to give them every advantage possible!

This event is open to the public. All ages and levels of ability are welcome. Tools, plants, and all other necessary materials will be provided.

👆To sign up or learn more, visit the official event site in our Linktree.

“We all have these special places we come to love – a favorite trail, a beach, a lake, or stream,” said OFF President, Greg Sisson. “But special places need our attention to keep them that way. Without our help, trash builds up and the ivy and blackberries take over. Graffiti starts to appear on structures and even trees. Next thing you know, it’s not a very special place anymore.”

A healthy, wooded beach, rich with native vegetation, will cool stream temperatures, slow erosion and provide habitat for birds and fish.

Volunteers will plant native species along the beach in areas cleared during previous conservation events. Plants that will be provided include:
• Tall Oregon-grape
• Black twinberry
• Mock orange
• Red-flowering currant
• Salal
• Shore pine
• Snowberry
• Sword fern
• Vine maple

Representatives from the Snohomish County Department of Conservation and Natural Resources will be on site, along with Picnic Point Forest Stewards.

Please join us as we continue to restore and improve one of our area’s most vital marine habitats!

[Pictured: An icy Picnic Point Creek flows from the Edmonds hillside into Puget Sound earlier this month.]

Olympic Fly Fishers of Edmonds in partnership with @snohomishhealthyforestproject & @thatbirdinggirl invite you to a winter planting event at Picnic Point Beach on Saturday, March 1, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Pink salmon return to Puget Sound in numbers this summer, and we want to give them every advantage possible!

This event is open to the public. All ages and levels of ability are welcome. Tools, plants, and all other necessary materials will be provided.

👆To sign up or learn more, visit the official event site in our Linktree.

“We all have these special places we come to love – a favorite trail, a beach, a lake, or stream,” said OFF President, Greg Sisson. “But special places need our attention to keep them that way. Without our help, trash builds up and the ivy and blackberries take over. Graffiti starts to appear on structures and even trees. Next thing you know, it’s not a very special place anymore.”

A healthy, wooded beach, rich with native vegetation, will cool stream temperatures, slow erosion and provide habitat for birds and fish.

Volunteers will plant native species along the beach in areas cleared during previous conservation events. Plants that will be provided include:
• Tall Oregon-grape
• Black twinberry
• Mock orange
• Red-flowering currant
• Salal
• Shore pine
• Snowberry
• Sword fern
• Vine maple

Representatives from the Snohomish County Department of Conservation and Natural Resources will be on site, along with Picnic Point Forest Stewards.

Please join us as we continue to restore and improve one of our area’s most vital marine habitats!

[Pictured: An icy Picnic Point Creek flows from the Edmonds hillside into Puget Sound earlier this month.]

Members of the Olympic Fly Fishers of Edmonds in partnership with the Snohomish County Healthy Forest Project invite you to a winter planting event at Picnic Point Beach on Saturday, March 1, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

This event is open to the public. All ages and levels of ability are welcome. Tools, plants, and all other necessary materials will be provided.

To sign up or learn more, visit the official event site in our Linktree. 👆👆👆

Volunteers will plant native species along the beach in areas cleared during previous conservation events. Plants that will be provided include:
• Tall Oregon-grape
• Black twinberry
• Mock orange
• Red-flowering currant
• Salal
• Shore pine
• Snowberry
• Sword fern
• Vine maple

A healthy, wooded beach, rich with native vegetation, will cool stream temperatures, slow erosion and provide habitat for birds and fish. Pink salmon return to Puget Sound in numbers this summer, and we want to give them every advantage possible!

Representatives from the Snohomish County Department of Conservation and Natural Resources will be on site, along with Picnic Point Forest Stewards.

“We are so grateful for the Snohomish County Healthy Forest Project and its mission of community stewardship,” said Helena Puche, OFF Conservation Chair. “Through their leadership and support, we are able to join our neighbors in taking an active role in the protection of local wildlife and the natural environments we all share.”

Please join us as we continue to restore and improve one of our area’s most vital marine habitats!

| @snohomishhealthyforestproject @thatbirdinggirl

Members of the Olympic Fly Fishers of Edmonds in partnership with the Snohomish County Healthy Forest Project invite you to a winter planting event at Picnic Point Beach on Saturday, March 1, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

This event is open to the public. All ages and levels of ability are welcome. Tools, plants, and all other necessary materials will be provided.

To sign up or learn more, visit the official event site in our Linktree. 👆👆👆

Volunteers will plant native species along the beach in areas cleared during previous conservation events. Plants that will be provided include:
• Tall Oregon-grape
• Black twinberry
• Mock orange
• Red-flowering currant
• Salal
• Shore pine
• Snowberry
• Sword fern
• Vine maple

A healthy, wooded beach, rich with native vegetation, will cool stream temperatures, slow erosion and provide habitat for birds and fish. Pink salmon return to Puget Sound in numbers this summer, and we want to give them every advantage possible!

Representatives from the Snohomish County Department of Conservation and Natural Resources will be on site, along with Picnic Point Forest Stewards.

“We are so grateful for the Snohomish County Healthy Forest Project and its mission of community stewardship,” said Helena Puche, OFF Conservation Chair. “Through their leadership and support, we are able to join our neighbors in taking an active role in the protection of local wildlife and the natural environments we all share.”

Please join us as we continue to restore and improve one of our area’s most vital marine habitats!

| @snohomishhealthyforestproject @thatbirdinggirl

Members of the Olympic Fly Fishers of Edmonds and the Snohomish County Healthy Forest Project invite you to a winter planting event at Picnic Point Beach on Saturday, March 1, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

This event is open to the public. All ages and levels of ability are welcome. Tools, plants, and all other necessary materials will be provided.

To sign up or learn more, visit the official event site in our Linktree. 👆 👆👆

Volunteers will plant native species along the beach in areas cleared during previous conservation events. Plants that will be provided include:
• Tall Oregon-grape
• Black twinberry
• Mock orange
• Red-flowering currant
• Salal
• Shore pine
• Snowberry
• Sword fern
• Vine maple

“A prime example of a native plant and its benefits is the tall Oregon grape which feeds and shelters wildlife,” said Helena Puche, OFF Conservation Chair. “Its berries nourish grouse, pheasants, robins, sparrows, and other fruit eaters (frugivores), including foxes and raccoons. Painted lady butterflies, mason bees, and other invertebrates drink its flower nectar. Small animals find cover in its densely clustered leaves.”

A healthy, wooded beach, rich with native vegetation, will cool stream temperatures, slow erosion and provide habitat for birds and fish. Pink salmon return to Puget Sound in numbers this summer, and we want to give them every advantage possible!

Representatives from the Snohomish County Department of Conservation and Natural Resources will be on site, along with Picnic Point Forest Stewards.

Please join us as we continue to restore and improve one of our area’s most vital marine habitats!

| @thatbirdinggirl

Members of the Olympic Fly Fishers of Edmonds and the Snohomish County Healthy Forest Project invite you to a winter planting event at Picnic Point Beach on Saturday, March 1, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

This event is open to the public. All ages and levels of ability are welcome. Tools, plants, and all other necessary materials will be provided.

To sign up or learn more, visit the official event site in our Linktree. 👆 👆👆

Volunteers will plant native species along the beach in areas cleared during previous conservation events. Plants that will be provided include:
• Tall Oregon-grape
• Black twinberry
• Mock orange
• Red-flowering currant
• Salal
• Shore pine
• Snowberry
• Sword fern
• Vine maple

“A prime example of a native plant and its benefits is the tall Oregon grape which feeds and shelters wildlife,” said Helena Puche, OFF Conservation Chair. “Its berries nourish grouse, pheasants, robins, sparrows, and other fruit eaters (frugivores), including foxes and raccoons. Painted lady butterflies, mason bees, and other invertebrates drink its flower nectar. Small animals find cover in its densely clustered leaves.”

A healthy, wooded beach, rich with native vegetation, will cool stream temperatures, slow erosion and provide habitat for birds and fish. Pink salmon return to Puget Sound in numbers this summer, and we want to give them every advantage possible!

Representatives from the Snohomish County Department of Conservation and Natural Resources will be on site, along with Picnic Point Forest Stewards.

Please join us as we continue to restore and improve one of our area’s most vital marine habitats!

| @thatbirdinggirl

Members of the Olympic Fly Fishers of Edmonds and @snohomishhealthyforestproject invite you to a winter planting event at Picnic Point Beach on Saturday, March 1, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

This event is open to the public. All ages and levels of ability are welcome. Tools, plants, and all other necessary materials will be provided.

👆 To sign up or learn more, visit the official event site in our Linktree. 👆

“Cultivating native plants reduces the need for watering and artificial fertilizer,” said Helena Puche, OFF Conservation Chair. “This lowers maintenance costs as the native plants adapt to the timing of the seasons, harshness of the weather, and water availability of the particular area they evolve within. Native plants are also typically adapted to surviving local pests and, therefore, do not need chemical pesticides.”

A healthy, wooded beach, rich with native vegetation, will cool stream temperatures, slow erosion and provide habitat for birds and fish. Pink salmon return to Puget Sound in numbers this summer, and we want to give them every advantage possible!

Volunteers will plant native species along the beach in areas cleared during previous conservation events. Plants that will be provided include:
• Tall Oregon-grape
• Black twinberry
• Mock orange
• Red-flowering currant
• Salal
• Shore pine
• Snowberry
• Sword fern
• Vine maple

Representatives from the Snohomish County Department of Conservation and Natural Resources will be on site, along with Picnic Point Forest Stewards.

Please join us as we continue to restore and improve one of our area’s most vital marine habitats!

| @thatbirdinggirl

Members of the Olympic Fly Fishers of Edmonds and @snohomishhealthyforestproject invite you to a winter planting event at Picnic Point Beach on Saturday, March 1, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

This event is open to the public. All ages and levels of ability are welcome. Tools, plants, and all other necessary materials will be provided.

👆 To sign up or learn more, visit the official event site in our Linktree. 👆

“Cultivating native plants reduces the need for watering and artificial fertilizer,” said Helena Puche, OFF Conservation Chair. “This lowers maintenance costs as the native plants adapt to the timing of the seasons, harshness of the weather, and water availability of the particular area they evolve within. Native plants are also typically adapted to surviving local pests and, therefore, do not need chemical pesticides.”

A healthy, wooded beach, rich with native vegetation, will cool stream temperatures, slow erosion and provide habitat for birds and fish. Pink salmon return to Puget Sound in numbers this summer, and we want to give them every advantage possible!

Volunteers will plant native species along the beach in areas cleared during previous conservation events. Plants that will be provided include:
• Tall Oregon-grape
• Black twinberry
• Mock orange
• Red-flowering currant
• Salal
• Shore pine
• Snowberry
• Sword fern
• Vine maple

Representatives from the Snohomish County Department of Conservation and Natural Resources will be on site, along with Picnic Point Forest Stewards.

Please join us as we continue to restore and improve one of our area’s most vital marine habitats!

| @thatbirdinggirl

Members of the Olympic Fly Fishers of Edmonds and the @snohomishhealthyforestproject invite you to a winter planting event at Picnic Point Beach on Saturday, March 1, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

This event is open to the public. All ages and levels of ability are welcome. Tools, plants, and all other necessary materials will be provided.

👆 To sign up or learn more, you'll find this event at the top of our Linktree. 👆

“We all have these special places we come to love – a favorite trail, a beach, a lake, or stream,” said OFF President, Greg Sisson. “But special places need our attention to keep them that way. Without our help, trash builds up and the ivy and blackberries take over. Graffiti starts to appear on structures and even trees. Next thing you know, it’s not a very special place anymore.”

A healthy, wooded beach, rich with native vegetation, will cool stream temperatures, slow erosion and provide habitat for birds and fish. Pink salmon return to Puget Sound in numbers this summer, and we want to give them every advantage possible!

Volunteers will plant native species along the beach in areas cleared during previous conservation events. Plants that will be provided include:
• Tall Oregon-grape
• Black twinberry
• Mock orange
• Red-flowering currant
• Salal
• Shore pine
• Snowberry
• Sword fern
• Vine maple

Representatives from the Snohomish County Department of Conservation and Natural Resources will be on site, along with Picnic Point Forest Stewards.

Please join us as we continue to restore and improve one of our area’s most vital marine habitats!

| @thatbirdinggirl

Members of the Olympic Fly Fishers of Edmonds and the @snohomishhealthyforestproject invite you to a winter planting event at Picnic Point Beach on Saturday, March 1, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

This event is open to the public. All ages and levels of ability are welcome. Tools, plants, and all other necessary materials will be provided.

👆 To sign up or learn more, you'll find this event at the top of our Linktree. 👆

“We all have these special places we come to love – a favorite trail, a beach, a lake, or stream,” said OFF President, Greg Sisson. “But special places need our attention to keep them that way. Without our help, trash builds up and the ivy and blackberries take over. Graffiti starts to appear on structures and even trees. Next thing you know, it’s not a very special place anymore.”

A healthy, wooded beach, rich with native vegetation, will cool stream temperatures, slow erosion and provide habitat for birds and fish. Pink salmon return to Puget Sound in numbers this summer, and we want to give them every advantage possible!

Volunteers will plant native species along the beach in areas cleared during previous conservation events. Plants that will be provided include:
• Tall Oregon-grape
• Black twinberry
• Mock orange
• Red-flowering currant
• Salal
• Shore pine
• Snowberry
• Sword fern
• Vine maple

Representatives from the Snohomish County Department of Conservation and Natural Resources will be on site, along with Picnic Point Forest Stewards.

Please join us as we continue to restore and improve one of our area’s most vital marine habitats!

| @thatbirdinggirl

BIG thanks to Colorado’s foremost fly fishing guide, author, and fly tier, Pat Dorsey (@patdorseyflyfishing). He stopped by our February meeting Tuesday night and presented a talk on fly fishing tailwaters throughout Colorado. It was equal parts information and inspiration!

We got his preferred line setup (including the recipe for his yarn indicator). We got slide after slide of key fly patterns that match the hatch. And we got the secret to why tailwaters make such productive fisheries (hint: it has to do with water temp when it gets released from a dam).

On top of all that, the 50 club members who turned up last night walked away with Dorsey’s Top 10 places to fly fish in Colorado. Not a bad list to have, and one we’re already using to plan some walk-and-wades with him and Chris in the coming season.

If you’re not a club member or just missed the meeting last night, you’ll have several other chances to hear Pat talk about fishing opportunities in Colorado this weekend at the Fly Fishing Show in Bellevue.

Thanks again, Pat!

BIG thanks to Colorado’s foremost fly fishing guide, author, and fly tier, Pat Dorsey (@patdorseyflyfishing). He stopped by our February meeting Tuesday night and presented a talk on fly fishing tailwaters throughout Colorado. It was equal parts information and inspiration!

We got his preferred line setup (including the recipe for his yarn indicator). We got slide after slide of key fly patterns that match the hatch. And we got the secret to why tailwaters make such productive fisheries (hint: it has to do with water temp when it gets released from a dam).

On top of all that, the 50 club members who turned up last night walked away with Dorsey’s Top 10 places to fly fish in Colorado. Not a bad list to have, and one we’re already using to plan some walk-and-wades with him and Chris in the coming season.

If you’re not a club member or just missed the meeting last night, you’ll have several other chances to hear Pat talk about fishing opportunities in Colorado this weekend at the Fly Fishing Show in Bellevue.

Thanks again, Pat!

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