‘Beautify and care for streamside properties’

Bellevue is offering a free workshop on how locals can care for their property.

On June 5 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Mercer Slough Environmental Education Center, locals can join the King Conservation District for a free workshop on how to restore your stream, lake or wetland property to a more natural state.

Locals will learn the ways that they can support wildlife, enhance their property’s aesthetic, and reduce maintenance needs. Additionally, the workshop will feature restoration experts teaching about managing stream, lake and wetland properties in a way that supports the environment and land use needs.

Topics will include minimizing pollution runoff on property, controlling invasive weeds, utilizing native plants for wildlife habitat and erosion control, adding value and beauty to yards naturally and learning about environmental regulations that impact property.

The event will take place at Mercer Slough Environmental Education Center at 1625 118th Ave. Southeast.

Locals can register today at Kingcd.eventbrite.com, Call (425) 282-1949, or email signup@kingcd.org. Additionally, locals can contact Stacie Powers at Stacie.Powers@kingcd.org or (425) 282-1918 with any questions.