Fly fishing-themed weeding event set at Cavanaugh Pond Natural Area June 11

Invasive weed removal event made possible through King County Parks’ Community Partnerships and Grants Program

The non-profit group, Friends of the Cedar River Watershed, will play host to its second annual fly-fishing-themed habitat restoration event at King County’s Cavanaugh Pond Natural Area on Saturday, June 11 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

After volunteers remove invasive species from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., family educational programs will take place until 2 p.m. Special guests include Cam Sigler, founder of the Cam Sigler Company and international saltwater fly fishing guide.  The afternoon Fly Fishing Workshop will consist of casting and tying demonstrations for all skill levels, from the beginners to the avid anglers, and a macro-invertebrate identification lab.  Lunch will also be provided, including smoked salmon from Loki Fish Company and other snacks from Whole Foods.

King County’s Cavanaugh Pond Natural Area is a 44-acre nature preserve that provides diverse fish and wildlife habitat, including riparian forests and wetlands.  The area is noted for its abundant bird and wildlife populations and is a favorite for sockeye salmon spawning. Volunteers will help remove invasive blackberries in preparation for future plantings of native species.

This collaborative project with the Friends of the Cedar River Watershed was made possible through King County Parks’ Community Partnerships and Grants (CPG) Program.  More information about the CPG Program can be found at http://www.kingcounty.gov/recreation/parks/partners/cpg.aspx.

To RSVP and get directions to this event, visit the event calendar at http://www.cedarriver.org/events/volunteer-events or contact Nisa at Friends of the Cedar River Watershed by email at nisa@cedarriver.org or by telephone at 206.297.8141.

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King County Parks - Your Big Backyard offers more than 26,000 acres of parks and natural lands, including such regional treasures as Marymoor Park and Cougar Mountain Regional Wildland Park, 175 miles of regional trails and a world-class aquatic center. By cultivating strong relationships with non-profit, corporate and community partners, King County Parks enhances park amenities while reducing costs. Learn more at http://www.kingcounty.gov/parks/.

Friends of the Cedar River Watershed is a non-profit organization that engages people to enhance and sustain local watersheds through conservation, education and stewardship.  We work throughout the Cedar River / Lake Washington watershed.  The Friends focus on working with community volunteers to improve fish and wildlife habitat, educate river visitors and community members, and engage community groups in water quality improvements. Learn more at http://www.cedarriver.org.