As part of this restoration project, we planted over 100 native trees last fall, including basswood, tulip tree, American sycamore, and red osier dogwood. These trees will improve water filtration, increase streambank stabilization, and provide habitat and food for wildlife.

"Community science is one of the most powerful tools we have," Josh Balisteri, our Stewardship Director, points out. "It makes people slow down and notice otherwise benign scenes in nature. They're not just walking—they're engaged in conservation efforts."