The proposed Woodway Reserve would acquire 7.85 acres and contains four of the State's priority habitat types including the "Urban Natural Open Space" habitat, two priority bird species, and several elements of the Natural Heritage Program. Dense, urban development surrounds this area of mature conifer forest, mixed forest, and forested wetlands, except where it connects to Puget Sound and nearby greenbelts. A prevalence of snags and rich plant communities support at least 40 species of birds. Development permits for 17 homes to be placed on the site are now being finalized. If acquisition funds are not secured, this important remnant of urban wildlfie habitat will be lost. Future plans for this site beyond the continued protection of its habitat value include wildlife observation and outdoor environmental education.