Above is a sign with a poem that encourages visitors to water the young plants. It reads:

Please water me!

Ode To A Young Plant, Pining

In bare spots on the river side,
little trees and shrubs reside.
They're planted there to help reveg
the worn out sites along the edge.

Their roots will reach the water table
just as soon as they are able.
But now the hot sum makes them pine
for water--cool, fresh and fine.

If by the river side you see
a wilting plant, a pining tree.
take heed, dear friend, and hear its plea:
"Oh passerby, please water me!"

Respect the River

A program sponsored by the USDA Forest Service (509) 996-4000