“Stormwater Stewards” Program Applicants Sought

Thurston County’s Water Resources Program and WSU Extension are recruiting volunteers to train as “Stormwater Stewards.” Applications will be accepted through Sunday, May 3rd.

Trained volunteers help local residents reduce pollution in our local waterways and Puget Sound from stormwater runoff. Volunteers receive training in many aspects of on-site stormwater management including rain gardens, water-wise plants, pervious pavements, vegetated roofs, and more.

Landscaping professionals are also encouraged to take part in the certification program.

Classes and hands-on field trainings will be held in the evenings and on weekends to accommodate work schedules. The training dates are Thursday evenings in May and June, beginning May 7, with field days on June 14, 27 and July 11.

To learn more, download the recruitment packet and application at

nativeplantsalvage.org/becoming-a-stormwater-steward/ or contact WSU Extension at stormwater.stewards@gmail.com or 360-867-2167.