Pacific Rim Institute (PRI) has long been a steward of Whidbey’s native ecosystems, carefully cultivating prairie and savanna habitats across its 175-acre campus and distributing native seeds to restoration partners throughout the region. With support from the Whidbey Climate Fund, PRI is now deepening that impact through a new collaboration with the Whidbey Camano Land Trust (WCLT) to restore native habitat at both Strawberry Point and Keystone Preserves.
Through this project, PRI is providing locally-cultivated seeds for key native species—plants uniquely adapted to thrive in Island County’s soils and climate. WCLT staff and volunteers are propagating and planting these seeds as part of broader ecosystem restoration efforts on the preserves. Together, the two organizations are working toward climate goals that include improved carbon sequestration, healthier soil systems, and greater biodiversity resilience in the face of changing conditions.
This collaboration highlights the power of local partnerships: PRI’s specialized capacity for seed propagation, WCLT’s deep experience with land conservation and habitat restoration, and the Whidbey Climate Fund’s catalytic support. Together, these organizations are creating visible and lasting climate benefits—while also growing community awareness and engagement around native habitat protection.
Restoration sites will include signage recognizing the partnership, and all three entities will be lifting up this work through public communications, newsletters, and events. These kinds of collaborations are essential to building climate resilience on Whidbey and demonstrate how aligned missions can multiply their impact through shared effort.
To learn more about the Pacific Rim Institute, visit https://www.pacificriminstitute.org/. To learn more about the Whidbey Camano Land Trust, visit https://www.wclt.org/.
Support Whidbey Climate Fund Grants
The Whidbey Climate Fund supports local projects that reduce greenhouse gas emissions, restore ecosystems, and build resilience to the impacts of climate change—right here on Whidbey Island. This fund recognizes that addressing the climate crisis requires bold action at the local level. By investing in community-driven efforts—such as energy efficiency, sustainable land use, climate education, and preparedness—we strengthen our island’s ecological and economic well-being.
Through partnership with Whidbey Climate ACTION, this fund invites residents, nonprofits, and community groups to shape a livable future for generations to come. Donors who support the Whidbey Climate Fund are helping to ensure Whidbey remains a vibrant, sustainable place to live.
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