Live Staking with the Watauga Riverkeeper

Sediment is a major polluter in our river basin, clogging fish and aquatic habitats, increasing water temperatures, and transporting toxic substances. Come to help Andy Hill, the Watauga Riverkeeper reduce the amount of sediment that flows into our rivers by planting live-stakes along eroding riverbanks. These stakes will grow into trees that will stabilize the sides of the rivers and creeks where we plant them, and will reduce the overall amount of sediment getting into the river.

Make sure to bring:

• warm layers (dress for weather, but also make sure it’s things you don’t mind to get dirty)
• rubber boots and/or waders (We have some, but not many so bring your own if you have them.)
• pocket knife and/or clippers/garden shears (if you have them)
• water to drink
• really, just what you think you need to keep warm and dry that day.