On a particularly hot Thursday afternoon we cruised south to the West Duwamish Greenbelt. There we found a few dozen superheros putting their powers to good as they worked at ridding the largest contiguous forest within Seattle city limits of evil, invasive, non-native plant species.

Banded together under the Nature Consortium they worked at saving the homes of countless foxes, red-legged frogs, hawks, and bald eagles. This grassroots, community-based organization’s mission is to connect people, arts and nature. Their Urban Forest Restoration Project successfully does this through long-term stewardship and restoration of the West Duwamish Greenbelt. They also are responsible for a Youth Art Program and the Arts in Nature Festival.

Several days a week you can find volunteer superheros removing invasive species, mulching, doing site maintenance, and planting, all to keep the Duwamish Greenbelt pristine and clean for you and me.

Check out their blog for more information on how you too can become a superhero! Shazam!