Stabilizing Ward Creek’s shoreline with native plants reduces erosion and sediment build-up in Lake Erie, while improving the golf experience.

Invasive plants were removed from Buffalo, N.Y. and replaced with native plants to support migratory birds and pollinators.

Restoring habitat and removing dams along the Huron River has restored its ecological health and expanded recreational opportunities.

Erosive stream banks on the Knife River were restored by reducing the stress from water flowing into the bank, decreasing sedimentation in the Knife River.

Streamside property in Duluth was naturalized, resulting in 22 miles of restored stream shores and improved water and habitat quality.

Planting dune grasses and putting down new sand has helped three beaches in the Door Peninsula of Wisconsin reduce stormwater runoff into Lake Michigan.

Planting dune grasses, adding new sand, and reshaping six beaches around Wisconsin’s Door County have helped reduce polluted runoff into Lake Michigan.

Cleveland-area parks collaborated with each other to remove invasive plants, shrubs, and reeds, allowing native species to return.