Non-profit land trust Forterra acquired the land, containing 40 acres of old-growth forest, and donated it to Washington’s Department of Natural Resources.
Featuring another phase of conservation success in protecting Washington’s forest resources
A decade-long project that has now conserved 4,000 acres for recreation, restoration, cultural heritage and habitat, the Port Gamble Forest property includes 65 miles of trails where already more than 20,000 hikers, birders, mountain bikers, equestrians, cyclists and runners recreate each year. The property is now part of the Port Gamble Forest Heritage Park.
Windy Ridge offers 640 acres of significant ecologic value including extensive tree canopy, old-growth forest, talus slopes, meadows and alpine lakes. Protected in 2019, Windy Ridge is part of decade-plus effort by Forterra to work with communities to conserve critical areas running from the Skykomish Valley near Stevens Pass to the Salish Sea at Everett.
The purchase is the largest acquisition of ancestral lands in the Tribe’s modern history
Snoqualmie Tribe Acquires 12,000 Acres of Ancestral Forestland in King County Read More »
Forterra worked with public and private partners to stop the spread of knotweed and other invasive weeds on the Skykomish River, improving and enhancing water quality and wildlife habitat. 
The property is part of a larger restoration of critical habitat for salmon species in the Hood Canal watershed
The 33-acres are critical riparian zones and salmon habitat
Forterra Acquires 33 Acres Along South Prairie Creek for Restoration Read More »
The 14-acre land parcel is critical salmon habitat in the Puyallup River watershed
Forterra and Pierce County Complete Transfer of Key Property on Fennel Creek Read More »
These 46 acres are critical for reducing flood damage and restoring riparian zones and salmon habitat
Forterra is a federally approved 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Tax ID 94-3112461.
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