Steve Shay
The rededication of Carkeek Park's new Backyard Wildlife Sanctuary and Salmon to Sound Trail took place Saturday, June 27 by the park's Environmental Learning Center. Cutting a ribbon to start things off was (left to right), Director of the Department of Neighborhoods Stella Chao, Seattle City Council President Richard Conlin, environmental activist Nancy Malmgren, Walt North with CCAP and council member Sally Clark.

Sanctuary, trail dedicated at Carkeek Park

By Steve Shay
06/28/2009

Officials cut a ribbon Saturday, June 27 at Carkeek Park to re-dedicate its new Backyard Wildlife Sanctuary and Salmon to Sound Trail. Trail tours were given throughout the afternoon.

"We're saying plant a garden, save the salmon," said environmental activist Nancy Malmgren who was on the scene with the scissors. "We really honor the Suquamish Tribe for providing our salmon. I hope that people recognize the gift our tribal members made. The Department of Neighborhoods funded the new sanctuary, and CCAP (Carkeek Watershed Community Action Project) has been in business now for 30 years."

The day also kicked off the opening of a new outdoor art exhibit, "Heaven and Earth." 12 biodegradable sculptures have been placed on trails to enjoy.

This year also happens to be Carkeek Park's 80th birthday.

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