Olympic Peninsula Conservation Programs
Backyard Habitat Program
Program level:
Local
Land use:
Agriculture, Forest
Provider:
Kitsap Conservation District
Benefits provided:
Financial, free technical assistance
Water-focused program:
Yes
Funding and assistance for restoring stream habitat.
Overview
Description:
Preserve your watershed with projects to help restore streams to natural conditions, improve fish and wildlife habitat, and stabilize banks. Projects may include native plantings, removing debris and undersized culverts, removing noxious weeds, or adding woody debris to enhance stream habitat.
Eligibility:
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Financial benefit:
Up to $20,000
Contact information
Contact person:
Carin Anderson
Organization:
Kitsap Conservation District
Phone number:
360-204-5529 ext. 122
Email:
Information last updated on November 1, 2021.
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