Stabler, Washington facts for kids
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Stabler, Washington
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 Stabler, Washington
Location in Washington (state)
Stabler, Washington
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Washington |
| County | Skamania |
| Time zone | UTC-8 (Pacific (PST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-7 (PDT) |
Stabler is a small community in Washington State, located in Skamania County. It's also known as "Hemlock." Stabler is found in the southern part of the Gifford Pinchot National Forest.
Many people who live in Stabler travel to work in nearby towns like Carson and Stevenson. This area is also home to the Wind River Experimental Forest. The Wind River Ranger Station, which is a base for the United States Forest Service, is also located here.
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History of Stabler
The Hemlock Lake Dam
The Hemlock Lake dam was built in 1935 by the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC). This group helped build many projects during the Great Depression. The dam was first made to create electricity from water power. Later, in 1958, it was changed to provide water for the Wind River Tree Nursery.
The dam stopped making electricity in the 1950s. The water supply for the nursery is also no longer used. The Wind River Tree Nursery closed in 1997.
A Special Fish Ladder
The Hemlock Lake dam was the first dam in the Columbia River area to have a fish ladder. A fish ladder helps fish, like salmon, swim past a dam to reach their spawning grounds.
Dam Removal Project
In the summer of 2009, the Hemlock dam was taken down. This decision was made after many years of planning. The idea was to help restore the natural habitat of Trout Creek. Removing the dam helps fish and other wildlife in the area.
Fun Things to Do in Stabler
Stabler is known as the "Gateway to Mount St. Helens" because it's close to the famous volcano. It's a great place for outdoor fun all year long!
Outdoor Activities
You can enjoy many activities in Stabler, including:
Forest Products
With a special permit, you can also gather different things from the forest. These include tasty mushrooms, sweet huckleberries, and beargrass.
Wind River Arboretum
Stabler is home to the Wind River Arboretum. This is the oldest arboretum in the Pacific Northwest region. An arboretum is like a botanical garden, but it focuses on trees and shrubs. It's a great place to learn about different kinds of plants.
See also
In Spanish: Stabler (Washington) para niños
