Reduce Stormwater

One of the main culprits of water pollution in the watershed is stormwater runoff. When rain falls on hard surfaces it washes a number of pollutants into storm drains including: bacteria and parasites from pet waste chemicals from fertilizer, pesticides, herbicides Phosphorous from leaves and grass clippings snow/ice melt chemicals and sand motor oil, antifreeze, […]

Build a Backyard Habitat

Design your yard to support local, native biodiversity, to feed and shelter small wildlife, and to enjoy nature, close-up, year-round. Planting Guidance: Go Native Grow a variety of native plants in your yard to attract and sustain a variety of wildlife, year-round. Incorporating native species means less maintenance is necessary to sustain your plants as […]