Nisqually Land Trust purchases the last parcel at Powell Creek

The Nisqually Land Trust announced the successful completion of a three-decade-long conservation effort with the recent acquisition of a crucial piece of land along Powell Creek.

This marks the final step in a journey that began over 30 years ago, according to the organization, which explained in its press release that with the its initial purchase was also near the mouth of Powell Creek along the Nisqually River.

The most recent addition involves the protection of 32 acres in the floodplain of the Nisqually River, solidifying the safeguarding of a 40-acre off-channel wetland.

This wetland serves as a critical rearing habitat for juvenile salmon, playing a vital role in supporting the region's delicate ecosystem.

With this latest acquisition, the Nisqually Land Trust now owns a continuous block of 555 acres along the Nisqually River, encompassing Powell Creek and its associated wetlands.

This achievement shows the organization's commitment to preserving and protecting the natural beauty and biodiversity of the Nisqually Watershed.

As the year draws to a close, the Nisqually Land Trust launched a Year-End Conservation Campaign with a goal of raising $100,000 to further its mission. The funds will contribute to the continued protection of the Nisqually Watershed through vital projects such as the recent Powell Creek acquisition.

For more information about helping to protect the river, streams, lands and wildlife of Nisqually River areas, visit their website.