The Skagit Fisheries Enhancement Group (SFEG) used this funding for restoration of riparian areas along the mainstem Samish River and its tributaries. Most of the work was performed in the Upper Samish watershed, while one property was located in the lower watershed. Invasive vegetation such as blackberry, reed canary grass, and Japanese knotweed were treated, and native plant species were planted. SFEG restoration crews performed the work in conjunction with SFEG volunteers and landowners through work parties. Work was completed on 6 different properties. In total 4,170 feet of the Samish River were planted, 1,850 feet of tributaries were planted and treated on approximately 15.3 acres. Below are descriptions of each worksite: SFEG utilized a riparian inventory of the Samish watershed to identify restoration projects on riparian areas are characterized as impaired. The inventory was conducted utilizing the framework established by the Skagit Watershed Council. This framework used buffer widths and stand types to assess condition. Riparian areas were then classified as functioning, partially impaired, or impaired. Skagit Watershed Council’s 2000 Strategic Approach prioritized restoring coho rearing habitat The designs for each planting and fencing project followed NRCS specifications. The funding enabled SFEG to work with landowners to establish vegetation and fencing design plans, purchase materials, perform site preparation, plant native trees and shrubs, build fences, see that plants become established, and monitor the sites after implementation.