Hear from Spokane and Palouse CDs about their monitoring programs. With the variety of benefits provided by riparian restoration, Spokane CD is employing multiple methods and metrics for monitoring the individual and cumulative effects of buffers. Many of these are adapting as lessons are learned. For the second year in a row, Palouse Conservation District is partnering with Pine Creek Conservation District to continue a bird acoustic monitoring project using autonomous recording units (ARUs). We are evaluating how streamside restoration projects influence local bird communities, as one indicator of successful riparian enhancement. Detections are identified using BirdNET, a program developed by Cornell University’s Bioacoustics Lab that identifies species based on their vocalizations. (Intermediate Level)
An in-depth introduction to the life cycle requirements of cottonwood, why they're so important, and the lessons we can learn through restoration. (Intermediate Level)
An overview of common weeds found in riparian areas on both the West and the East sides of the state along with ideas for effective control in restoration plantings. (Entry Level)
Ecosystem recovery planners, managers, and scholars are increasingly recognizing the importance of understanding the human communities within which we work to improve and scale recovery outcomes. This session will discuss drivers for restoration program success and alignment of recovery actions and outcomes between ecosystem recovery professionals and the communities impacted by their work. The first presentation will introduce a framework to understand drivers of behavior and the design of effective behavior change interventions. Next, we will present on new research of how the structure of landowner incentive programs influences private landowner willingness to participate and support habitat restoration. This work will provide insight on how program design can enable effective incentive programs. And finally, we will present on ongoing research on community members’ priorities for floodplain restoration outcomes and if project manager messaging to communities reflects those priorities. This work will offer guidance on what social and ecological outcomes managers can highlight to enhance residents’ perceptions of restoration project success. (Entry Level) (Combined with Education, Communication & Outreach track)
An introduction and overview of permitting requirements through the US Army Corps of Engineers and the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife. Q&A will follow (Intermediate Level) (Combined with Design & Implementation track)
Get to know your fellow Riparian practitioners and follow up with the afternoon's speakers with semi- structured break out groups. A number of our WADE speakers will be joining us for break out sessions to allow for more informal discussions. (Entry Level)
Join us for a guided field visit to the nearby Leavenworth National Fish Hatchery, where Tribal member Randy Lewis will share his perspective on restoration and the importance of honoring the long cultural history of the landscapes where we work. We will plan to meet in front of the Sleeping Lady and carpool to the site. If time allows, we may also visit another nearby location of Tribal significance. Come prepared for outdoor conditions and don’t forget your water and sunscreen! (Entry Level) (Combined with Design & Implementation track)
Join us for a guided field visit to the nearby Leavenworth National Fish Hatchery, where Tribal member Randy Lewis will share his perspective on restoration and the importance of honoring the long cultural history of the landscapes where we work. We will plan to meet in front of the Sleeping Lady and carpool to the site. If time allows, we may also visit another nearby location of Tribal significance. Come prepared for outdoor conditions and don’t forget your water and sunscreen! (Entry Level) (Combined with Design & Implementation track)
Join us for a guided field visit to the nearby Leavenworth National Fish Hatchery, where Tribal member Randy Lewis will share his perspective on restoration and the importance of honoring the long cultural history of the landscapes where we work. We will plan to meet in front of the Sleeping Lady and carpool to the site. If time allows, we may also visit another nearby location of Tribal significance. Come prepared for outdoor conditions and don’t forget your water and sunscreen! (Entry Level) (Combined with Design & Implementation track)
