2021 Restoration Project - Fall, steep slope 2

2021 planned riparian Work (fall):

• Create "shelves" to stabilize the steep bank behind private properties on Hammond Bay Road.
• Plant trees and shrubs to stabilize the bank, provide shade, improve biodiversity, provide food for adult insects that are part of the food web for aquatic animals, and provide food (berries) and shelter for birds.
• Add large woody debris (logs) to improve habitat for salamanders and frogs.

Members of the Dover Bay High School Eco-club

Can you see how steep those banks are?  Plants have a hard time getting established here, and as a result rains cause erosion and sediment buildup in the creek.  Our 2019 attempt at steep slope stabilization used rebar and landscape ties to create "shelves" for planting.  This year we tried a new method based on suggestions from landscape designer Lindsay Haist of Alder Enviro - Restorative Landscaping.  We used rubber mallets to pound 1" x 1" wooden stakes into the ground, and placed logs above the stakes to create a shelf where ferns and Oregon grape could be planted. 

One of the greatest benefits of these projects is the inter-generational reciprocity.  Elders bring wisdom and guidance, youth bring energy and enthusiasm.  This project is a wonderful example of collaboration between our stewardship group, City staff, and community members.  

We gratefully acknowledge the Pacific Salmon Foundation for supporting this project.