Community-led river restoration projects
The RiverCare program coordinates restoration work along the Kestrel River system. Our mission is to stabilize banks, restore native vegetation, and improve water quality through community and tribal collaboration.
Active projects for the 2025 field season:
| Project | Phase | Lead | Start Date | Progress |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bank Stabilization — Lower Kestrel | Implementation | RiverCare Field Team | On track | |
| Invasive Reed Removal | Monitoring | Friends of Kestrel | Delayed | |
| Native Willow Replanting | Completed | Tribal Restoration Corps | Complete |
Below are the most recent turbidity and temperature readings collected by volunteers and staff at three sites.
| Site | Turbidity (NTU) | Temperature (°C) | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|
| Upper Kestrel (Bridge) | 4.2 | 12.1 | Clear after rainfall |
| Middle Kestrel (Meadow) | 9.8 | 13.4 | Minor sediment movement |
| Lower Kestrel (Mouth) | 6.1 | 11.9 | Stable vegetation |