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Healthy riparian areas start with everyday choices. Whether you live near a waterbody or further away, your actions can help protect water quality, reduce erosion, and support local ecosystems. Explore the resources below and take simple steps to make a difference today.
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Manage runoff where it falls: Reduce the impact of stormwater by installing rain barrels, building a rain garden, or using permeable surfaces. Slowing and soaking up runoff helps keep pollutants out of nearby waterways.
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Plant with purpose: Replace portions of turf grass with native plants, grasses, or shrubs. Native vegetation has deep roots that stabilize soil, filter water, and create habitat for wildlife.
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Reduce chemicals and protect soil: Minimize or eliminate the use of fertilizers, herbicides, and pesticides, and avoid disturbing soil. Healthy soil and fewer chemicals mean cleaner water flowing into riparian areas.
