Earth Day
Restoration
VolunteerOur StreamTeam program focuses on the challenges facing the Salmon Creek watershed. This program, which is the longest-running program of its kind in Clark County, is dedicated to watershed restoration with ongoing planting, monitoring, and educational outreach.
Since StreamTeam began in 1992, more than 850,000 trees have been planted along 12 miles of stream length. This has restored approximately 120 acres of land! We’ve also installed 10 miles of livestock exclusion fencing and two miles of bank stabilization. Along the way, we’ve removed tons of garbage thanks to the help of dedicated people like you!
Why stream restoration matters
What exactly is restoration and why is it important? Ecological restoration is the process of helping rehabilitate an area, such as stream or lake, that has been damaged by human activity. Volunteers in Clark County work on restoration projects to improve stream structure, add habitat, and lower water temperature.
Projects might include removing invasive species, supplementing nutrient levels in the water, planting vegetation, or adding debris to the stream channel to serve as shelter.
Benefits of stream restoration
Restoration Results!
Before – 2005
After – 2012
Before – 2001
After – 2008
