Featured Stories

A recent client for whom we restored two acres of wetlands and built a series of 10 vernal pools with a pathway was so delighted in the outcome that she wrote a story that is featured by the Upper & Middle James Riparian Consortium. Traci shared "We were astonished when the pools filled immediately, and not just with murky water. So many of the species we hoped to support arrived overnight : frogs, turtles, dragonflies, beetles, and salamanders. And they got down to business! Our pools were quickly dotted with egg sacs and buzzing and bubbling with life."

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Vernal pools were once prominent features of the local landscape, but development, logging, and agriculture have resulted in habitat loss and degradation over time. Mike was able to visualize and plan this important restoration project and skilled equipment operators Loan Tree Service brought his plan to life. Hydrological features were efficiently engineered to capture groundwater and rainwater and funnel it to the 10 vernal pools and (eventually) the river. Additional recreation amenities including a trail and small bridge make it easy to access and enjoy the pools. Read Traci's wonderful article here!