This project will implement riparian restoration at the south jacoby wetland project site in arcata, california

Implementation will include establishing riparian planting areas (planting islands) along the fringe of the wetland, which will be planted with native deciduous trees and shrubs and protected with deer fencing around each of the planting sites. A total of 100 riparian plants will be planted in approximately 5-6 planting sites, covering a total of 2.5 acres. This project will be implemented by the city of arcata and the coastal program biologist, with assistance through volunteer labor from arcata scouts BSA troop 15. This project is a collaboration between the city of arcata and the services coastal program. The service will be substantially involved through assistance with project regulatory compliance, project planning, and on-the-ground project implementation assistance.project goals are to restore and protect 2.5 acres of riparian habitat within the south jacoby wetland project area. Project objectives include planting 100 native trees and shrubs in approximately 5-6 planting sites. These sites will be located along the western side of the south jacoby wetland area and each planting site will be protected with deer exclusionary fencing to minimize any potential deer browse on the planted vegetation. Additional objectives include facilitating volunteer workdays for a local scouts BSA troop, which will provide conservation service project and riparian restoration training opportunities for local youth.