The ability of fish and wildlife to thrive around us provides a measure of the health of our surroundings. Reductions in water pollution, the natural filtration of water through wetlands and a greater availability of quality native, natural habitats provides a healthier environment for fish, wildlife and humans to live in. Natural areas also provide an opportunity for you to rest, relax and relieve stress and enjoy the beauty of the landscape.
Rehabilitation of wetlands, woodlands and prairies diminishes erosion, protecting your farm fields against top soil loss and your shorelines from retreating.
Rehabilitation of the watershed and Bay creates a healthy, productive ecosystem where you can fish, hunt, birdwatch and appreciate nature. A cleaner, safer, more beautiful area provides opportunities for you and your family to walk, boat, or just to relax and enjoy. There is something for everyone.
Successfully restoring and maintaining a healthy environment begins with public awareness. RBWRP activities often include landowner contact, public displays and the distribution of information flyers. Where public access to sites can be arranged, signs inform visitors of key project features. Projects involving schools bring awareness into the classroom.
Working together to restore our natural heritage for future generations fosters friendships within the community. Involvement in development, implementation and monitoring develops a sense of community ownership and pride important to the long term success of projects.
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This page was developed by Donna Wonnacott, Stan Sowinski &
Vicki McKay
Last revised July 3, 1998