November 29, 2000 Media Advisory Citizens to salvage native plants December 2nd at Redmond Ridge WHAT: Nearly 150 local volunteers will participate in an environmental restoration project to salvage more than 1,000 native plants at the Redmond Ridge master planned community. The project is sponsored by King County and Quadrant Corporation, the property owner. The King County Native Plant Salvage Program provides a low-cost and genetically local source of native plants that would otherwise be cleared, and relocates them around the county for salmon habitat restoration. WHEN: 9:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Saturday, December 2, 2000 PHOTO: Kids and adults will work in teams to remove shrubs and trees from the salvage area. Experienced volunteers will teach participants about the native plant species, salvaging techniques and how the project benefits the environment. WHY: Relocating natural vegetation can help restore stream banks and improve habitat by controlling erosion and keeping water cool for fish and birds. The county saves money by avoiding nursery costs for the plants. WHERE: Travel east on Highway 520 until it ends and becomes Avondale Road. Continue north on Avondale and turn right on Novelty Hill Road. Follow Novelty Hill and watch for event signs near the construction areas. On site contact: Greg Rabourn, Office (206) 296-1923, Day of Event (206) 617-3639 Related Info Native Plant Salvage: Plant Recycling for Restoration Projects Get Involved in the Native Plant Salvage Program Native Plant Resources for the Pacific Northwest

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