Why Is Rainwater Runoff A Big Deal To Salmon?
Rainwater runoff carries pollutants, like yard fertilizers, metal from roof shingles, and pet waste, to nearby streams.
It can also flow very quickly and powerfully to streams, causing erosion and damaging salmon habitat.
But there’s good news! You can make your yard part of the solution!
What Is A Salmon Friendly Backyard?
Salmon Friendly Backyards contain natural and built features to capture rainwater runoff and allow it to be filtered slowly into the earth or re-used for watering trees and plants.
Salmon Friendly Projects
This project is funded through the EPA Puget Sound National Estuary Program.