Restoration
Shade Our Streams is a multi-year community tree planting project to improve water quality in the Clackamas River Basin. The project will plant more than 300,000 native trees along 30 stream miles, restoring streamside habitat at no cost to property owners. Shade Our Streams will focus on planting along the streams that need the most help- those areas that lack healthy habitats and are overrun with invasive weeds. Native trees improve water quality and create better habitat for plant, animal, and fish species. Shade Our Streams is a project of the Clackamas River Basin Council.
Helping Property Owners - CRBC is excited to offer assistance to landowners who are interested in improving their riparian property. Removing stubborn weeds and replacing them with native plants can create beautiful streamside areas that will not only provide a natural space for families to enjoy the outdoors, but can also reduce bank erosion, lower home energy costs, and increase property values. The US Forest Service states that trees can increase your property value by an average of 10%! (Source: HTTP://WWW.ARBORDAY.ORG/TREES/BENEFITS.CFM)
Restoring the Environment - Establishing native plant buffers around streams has many environmental benefits. Replacing invasive weeds with native plants promotes diverse habitats and provides sources of food and cover for birds and wildlife. Fish species depend on streamside trees to provide shade and cool the water temperatures. Vegetation also improves fish habitat by adding natural debris to the stream where juvenile fish can grow large and hide from predators
Improving Community Health - The Clackamas River Basin is an asset to the entire community, providing drinking water for nearly 400,000 individuals. The shade provided by native plants lowers water temperatures and reduces the risk of bacteria growth. This cleaner water is healthier to drink and healthier to play in! Riparian trees also beautify the area, making a more pleasant streamside experience for all.
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