How can you become a stream steward?

So you've learned about WHAT Stream Wise is and WHY you should have a vegetated buffer. Now we will talk about HOW you can be stream wise! 
There are 8 main tips on how you can protect your stream; Widen your vegetated buffer, Do not disturb buffer vegetation, Plant diverse vegetation, Remove or contain invasive plant species, Maintain your view and timber resources, Minimize and plan pathways, Capture runoff in the buffer, and Convert channelized runoff into dispersed sheet flows.

​In upcoming posts we will discuss each Stream Wise tip with pictures and details so stay tuned!

If you would like an in-person visit from a a member of the FWC to your stream please reach out to jcrocker5@une.edu or (802) 825-1243