Transitioning to a More Climate Resilient Landscape

As we adapt to increasing flood risk from climate change, we’re also restoring ecological integrity in the park.

• We’ve selectively removed invasive, diseased, and disease-prone trees in upland areas.
• After pond construction, we’ll replant trees. We’re carefully selecting species that will thrive in a changing climate as well as fruit and nut-bearing species to provide forage for animals and people.
• The pond edge will be planted with wetland plants and support species including waterfowl, turtles, and frogs.
• Native shrubs, grasses, and wildflowers will be seeded to restore soil health and provide habitat for wildlife, including pollinators.