Alexis Vera Introduction

My name is Alexis Vera. I am with the Pacific Coast Salmon Coalition (PCSC). We provide nutrient enhancement, erosion control, and reforestation services on the Olympic Peninsula.

We provide nutrient enhancement by throwing dead fish into local waterways. This provides fertilizer for plants and food for animals, ensuring biodiversity.

We promote erosion control by planting trees, ferns, moss, and grass. The roots from the plants hold the soil in place. This is important because if the soil washes into the stream, it makes the water muddy which is not good for fish.

Our reforestation efforts include cutting willow saplings and soaking them in water. They actually grow new roots while they are being soaked, and can then be planted in areas that need reforestation or erosion control.