Streams and Rivers

This restoration includes stabilizing and/or altering the stream channel to slow and direct the flow of water to reduce erosion and flooding.

A riparian buffer involves planting or retaining trees, shrubs, or tall grasses along the banks of rivers, streams, lakes, and ponds.

This manual for landowners describes where wetland restoration is possible and how it is done. It covers basic wetland concepts, ecological concepts and terms, wetland restoration, and maintenance.

Tree shelter cages constructed with metal garden fencing help protect newly planted tree and shrub seedlings from wildlife damage and other problems such as overheating, and wind knock-over sometimes associated with plastic tree tubes.

Actively replenishing dead wood in forest streams improves fish habitat while enhancing water quality and aquatic ecosystems.

Having a stream in your yard can be a beautiful addition to your property. It can also be a source of frustration and confusion when things aren't going well.

Learn how the FISH tool helps you monitor and improve stream health. Perfect for water enthusiasts and professionals, you'll explore our new app, reporting tool, and data sheets.

A guide to causes of riparian buffer tree mortality.

Introduce children to Dr. Watt R. Shedd in this new book that shows readers aged 8–10 how they, too, can be stream doctors.

There are "benthic connections" happening all the time and the creatures below have their own way of interacting with the more than 86,000 stream miles in PA.

Answers to frequently asked questions related to backyard stream repair, including stream evaluation, live staking, plant selection, grading, and permitting.

Join us to learn various options for stabilizing eroding streambanks, including design considerations, techniques, permitting requirements, and available technical assistance and financial resources.

Spring rains bring unique challenges to riparian buffer areas.

Newly planted trees in buffer areas may need some assistance after rough weather events.

What is the condition of the small stream on your property? Are the banks eroding? Do you notice increased sediment in the water? Is it prone to rising and falling quickly during rain events?

This article discusses controlling water's edge erosion problems on small riparian sites.

As landscapes grow and develop, the health of streams and rivers affects the quantity and quality of the rainfall entering waterways; what many call stormwater.

Introduce children to Dr. Watt R. Shedd in this new book that shows readers aged 8–10 how they, too, can be stream doctors.

This Field Notebook covers a number of useful topics, including tree shelter removal, tree protection, and more.

Learn how grass buffers are beneficial to streambanks by reducing sediment, discover species of grass as consideration for the use of riparian buffers, and more!

Publication providing in-detail steps, illustrations, and images to help you repair your eroding backyard stream.

Join this virtual series to learn simple, affordable techniques for repairing and stabilizing your stream.

Whether on a farm, in your residential neighborhood, or on public lands, this informative event will cover how to protect one of our most essential resources, water. We will discuss popular best management practices for water quality, how to identify them, and how these practices keep our water clean.

As you paddle on a local lake or cast a rod in a nearby stream, remember to take appropriate precautions necessary to slow the spread of aquatic invasive species (AIS).

Learn about water quality issues in small watersheds and the decision-making processes that go into improving them with this hands-on, inquiry-based activity kit designed for older youth and adults.