8 March 2025: 128 Trees for L128

On March 8th, 2025. Volunteers gathered in honor of the late Resident Killer Whale calf known as L128. A donation campaign was initiated by the Orca Conservancy with the goal to raise enough funds for 128 plants in her name, but the love and support from the community swept in and raised over double the needed amount to 400!

How does a tree honor L128?

“By restoring and planting trees and shrubs in key watersheds, we enhance riparian forests that provide essential habitat for salmon, which are a crucial food source for Southern Resident killer whales. These healthy ecosystems prevent riverbank erosion, regulate water temperatures favorable for juvenile salmon, and support insect populations that serve as vital prey during the salmon's early life stages, ultimately improving the overall health of the aquatic ecosystem.”

—Orca Conservancy