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🐾💧 Happy National Dog Day! 💧🐾Today we’re celebrating our four-legged companions who love the watershed just as much as w...
08/26/2026

🐾💧 Happy National Dog Day! 💧🐾

Today we’re celebrating our four-legged companions who love the watershed just as much as we do! Whether it’s splashing in a creek, exploring a forest trail, or simply soaking up the sunshine, dogs remind us to slow down and enjoy the outdoors. 🌲🐕

As we head out on adventures with our pups, a few small actions can help keep our waterways healthy for everyone:

🌿 Pack out waste to keep bacteria out of streams
🌿 Keep dogs under control around wildlife and sensitive areas
🌿 Stick to established trails to protect vegetation and streambanks

Healthy watersheds mean clean water, thriving fish and wildlife, and plenty of places for both people and pups to enjoy. 💙

📸 We want to see your adventure buddies!
Share a photo of your dog enjoying the outdoors and tell us their favorite place to explore in the watershed!

🎡🌿 Coos County Fair Memories That Stick With Us! 🌿🎡Our week at the Coos County Fair may be behind us, but the smiles, co...
08/18/2026

🎡🌿 Coos County Fair Memories That Stick With Us! 🌿🎡

Our week at the Coos County Fair may be behind us, but the smiles, conversations, and memories are still with us! 💙

We loved being part of the fair community and sharing watershed learning with so many wonderful people. One of our favorite moments was hearing young readers enjoying books from the free library giveaway across the aisle from us—especially watching young men proudly read to their younger siblings. 📚✨

We also had a little extra fun along the way when a wizard found a hiding spot at our booth! 🧙‍♂️ A big thank you to Yota Wizard for including us in the adventure and adding some extra magic to the fair!

But perhaps the highlight of all was seeing the incredible artwork turned into buttons (or badges, as many proudly called them 😄). Watching fair attendees wear their creations around the grounds was such a wonderful reminder that learning, creativity, and connection go hand-in-hand. 🎨💧

From watershed conversations to handmade keepsakes, the fair was full of moments that showed just how much our community cares about learning and the places we call home. 🌎💙

Thank you to everyone who stopped by to visit, ask questions, make a button, and share a little piece of your day with us!

🌿💧 Happy National Relaxation Day! 💧🌿Looking for the perfect way to unwind? Step outside and spend some time in your wate...
08/15/2026

🌿💧 Happy National Relaxation Day! 💧🌿

Looking for the perfect way to unwind? Step outside and spend some time in your watershed. Whether it’s sitting by a quiet creek, walking a forest trail, watching wildlife, or just listening to the sound of flowing water—nature has a way of helping us slow down and recharge. 🌲✨

Our local streams and forests don’t just support fish and wildlife—they support us, too. Clean water, fresh air, and peaceful places are all part of a healthy watershed.

🌎 Today’s invitation:
Take a moment to get outside, breathe deep, and enjoy the places that make our community special.

📸 We’d love to see it!
Share a photo or tell us—what’s your favorite way to relax outdoors?

🌿🌲 Exploring the “100 Acre Wood” in Coquille 🌲🌿A recent visit to the 100 Acre Wood in Coquille gave a group of homeschoo...
08/13/2026

🌿🌲 Exploring the “100 Acre Wood” in Coquille 🌲🌿

A recent visit to the 100 Acre Wood in Coquille gave a group of homeschooled students the opportunity to explore their watershed, discover new plants, and learn how we can all help protect the places we love! 💧

With Justin Beaver along for the adventure 🦫💙, students learned about invasive plants and why it’s important to know what belongs in our watershed—and what doesn’t. Invasive species can spread quickly, crowd out native plants, and change the habitats that fish and wildlife depend on.

But the day was also full of amazing discoveries! 🌱

Students found and learned about California hedge nettle (Stachys bullata), a native member of the mint family. While it shares some similarities with other members of the mint family—including square stems and aromatic leaves—it is a plant that naturally belongs here and plays an important role in our local ecosystems. 🌿

They also used their senses to identify myrtle leaves by smell and discovered that myrtle has a history of being used in cooking as a substitute for bay leaves. 👃🌿

Of course, we also talked about poison oak—how to identify it and the reminder that not everything beneficial to the watershed is something we want to touch! 😄

One of the most important lessons of the day? We can all help stop the spread of invasive species!
👟 Brush off your shoes and clothing before entering a trail.
🥾 Brush them again when you leave.
🌱 Those small actions help prevent seeds and plant fragments from hitching a ride into new places.

Every walk outside is an opportunity to learn something new. When we understand the plants, animals, and waterways around us, we become better Guardians of the Watershed. 💙🌎

🌱🌿 Seeds, Surprises & So Many Flavors! 🌿🌱Our staff had a blast helping students try new things and explore how plants gr...
08/10/2026

🌱🌿 Seeds, Surprises & So Many Flavors! 🌿🌱

Our staff had a blast helping students try new things and explore how plants grow! 💧

From onions to melons to beans and peas, students tested their skills by guessing what each seed would become—some guesses were spot on, others sparked some great learning moments! 🌾

They also discovered something pretty amazing: a daffodil bulb already holds next year’s flower inside. Nature is full of surprises! 🌼✨

And of course, things got extra fun during our herb tasting 🌿😄
Students sampled seven different herbs, sharing which flavors they loved, which were a little too strong (we’re looking at you, chocolate mint! 🍫🌿), and noticing just how different varieties—like sage—can taste.

One student summed it up perfectly: “Wait…plants can taste THIS different?!” 😄

And right in the middle of all the fun, Justin Beaver was there enjoying the excitement, cheering students on, and adding a little extra watershed spirit to the day! 🦫💙

Hands-on learning like this helps students connect the dots between plants, food, and the watershed around them. 🌎💙

🌿📚 Learning, Exploring & Getting a Little Dirty (with Soil!) 📚🌿We recently spent a great afternoon in Myrtle Point helpi...
08/07/2026

🌿📚 Learning, Exploring & Getting a Little Dirty (with Soil!) 📚🌿

We recently spent a great afternoon in Myrtle Point helping students learn more about their watershed! 💧

Each student received their own nature journal, created a custom button (or badge, as many proudly called it 😄), and dove into a fun conversation about SOIL—not dirt! 🌱

And of course, our mascot Justin Beaver had a blast hanging out with the kids—bringing extra smiles, laughs, and a little watershed fun along the way! 🦫💙

Hands got messy, curiosity was sparked, and some great questions were asked along the way. It’s always exciting to see students connect with the natural world and start to see how everything—from soil to streams—works together in a healthy watershed. 🌎✨

Because when we understand what’s beneath our feet, we better understand how to care for the places we call home. 💙

🌿🎄 Not All Holiday Greenery is Good for Our Watershed… 🎄🌿Meet English Holly (Ilex aquifolium)—a plant many of us recogni...
08/05/2026

🌿🎄 Not All Holiday Greenery is Good for Our Watershed… 🎄🌿

Meet English Holly (Ilex aquifolium)—a plant many of us recognize from festive decorations, but one that’s quietly causing problems in our local forests and riparian areas.

Originally brought here as an ornamental, English holly has escaped into the wild and is now considered invasive in the Coquille Watershed. Birds love the bright red berries (and spread the seeds far and wide), allowing holly to take root in places it doesn’t belong.

🚫 Why it’s a problem:
• Forms dense thickets that crowd out native plants
• Reduces habitat diversity for wildlife
• Can alter forest structure over time
• Competes with young trees and native understory plants

🌱 What you can do:
• Choose native or non-invasive plants for landscaping
• Remove small plants before they become established
• Dispose of berries carefully—don’t compost them!
• Learn to spot it so you can stop the spread

💡 Fun fact: English holly can live for decades and grow into large trees if left unmanaged!

Protecting our watershed starts in our own backyards. Small choices—like what we plant (or remove)—can make a big difference for the health of our streams and forests. 💧🌲

Photo by: Justin SecristSource: Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife.🦫❓ Nutria: Not a Beaver… Not a Muskrat… So Wh...
07/25/2026

Photo by: Justin Secrist
Source: Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife.

🦫❓ Nutria: Not a Beaver… Not a Muskrat… So What Are They? An enemy to the Watershed!

Have you ever spotted a large, swimming rodent and thought, “Wait… was that a beaver?” You might have actually seen a nutria! 👀

Nutria are often mistaken for beavers or muskrats, but they have some standout features:
🧡 Bright orange-yellow front teeth (thanks to iron in the enamel!)
🤍 White patch on their muzzle
🌊 Webbed hind feet for swimming
🐀 Long, round, hairless tail (not flat like a beaver’s!)

They’re big, too—adults typically weigh 9–20 lbs, but some can reach up to 35+ lbs!

So how do you tell them apart?
➡️ Muskrat: Smaller, with a flattened tail
➡️ Beaver: Large, with a wide, paddle-shaped tail
➡️ Nutria: Medium-large, with a skinny, round tail and bright orange teeth

🌿 Why do they matter?
Nutria are voracious eaters, consuming about 25% of their body weight every day. They feed on roots, stems, and entire plants—often digging up wetlands from below. This creates “eat-outs,” bare patches where vegetation is gone, which can:
⚠️ Damage marsh habitats
⚠️ Increase erosion
⚠️ Impact fish and wildlife that rely on healthy wetlands

🏡 Where do they live?
Nutria prefer freshwater marshes and wetlands, but can also be found in brackish areas. They live in colonies, building burrows or using ones left behind by other animals. You might also spot their feeding platforms—little piles of vegetation in the water where they snack.

Nutria were originally introduced for fur farming, but today they’re considered an invasive species in many areas due to their impact on wetland ecosystems.

Next time you’re near the water, take a closer look—you might just spot one of these unexpected wetland residents! 👀🌊

Come and see us at the Coos County Fair & Rodeo . We are across from the Coastline FREE books booth. Say HI to Justin Be...
07/23/2026

Come and see us at the Coos County Fair & Rodeo . We are across from the Coastline FREE books booth. Say HI to Justin Beaver, make a button and check out our replica stream trailer.

It's Fair Week in Coos County! Come and see us in Myrtle Point, explore our stream trailer, make a button, ask staff qu...
07/23/2026

It's Fair Week in Coos County! Come and see us in Myrtle Point, explore our stream trailer, make a button, ask staff questions and pick up a Guardians of the Watershed sticker! Oh, and say, "Hi!" to Justin Beaver our super friendly mascot!

Address

390 N. Central Boulevard
Coquille, OR
97423

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8am - 4:30pm
Friday 8am - 4:30pm

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(541) 396-2541

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