Forest Walk at Delridge Native Forest Garden
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About the Event
Join DNDA and the Seattle Department of Transportation for the Delridge Native Forest Garden Tree Walk!
We are partnering on this event to give the public a chance to explore this exciting new natural area in Delridge, where extensive restoration has taken place in the past year. There are three time slots to choose from, and each walk is expected to take approximately 20 minutes.
The Delridge Native Forest Garden Project is restoring four acres of forest in West Seattle’s Delridge neighborhood in partnership with regional Tribes and community groups. Together, we’re creating a native forest garden that provides easier access to green spaces, improves the tree canopy, and supports Longfellow Creek’s health.
We’ll remove unwanted plants like ivy and blackberry. In their place, we’ll plant trees and plants important to native people, such as western redcedar (X̌payʔac) and beaked hazelnut (q’ap’ux̌ʷac). A new foot path will make it easier for everyone to enjoy the forest garden.
We’re working with regional Tribes and local communities to coordinate the planting. You’ll have the chance to learn about native plants and opportunities to volunteer to help take care of the forests.
What to bring:
- Please dress appropriately with long pants, warm and dry layers, closed-toed shoes and rain gear as needed. We will go out rain or shine!
- Bring any water you might want during the event
