Large Wood
What is The Freshwater Trust doing here?
Throughout the Sandy River basin, The Freshwater Trust (TFT) and its partners have worked to improve fish habitat, especially by building large wood structures. These logs, placed in strategic locations along the river, help slow down the flow of the river, creating an ideal habitat for juvenile fish. Slowing down the water also makes it easier for fish species to lay their eggs successfully in gravel on the bottom of riverbeds.
Why is this important?
Certain human actions over the decades have compressed and changed the water flow of the Sandy River and its tributaries, making the habitat less hospitable for native fish species to live, thrive, and spawn. As a direct result, several species have become threatened or endangered.
To safeguard these fish species for future generations, especially for communities and animals that depend on them as a food source, we must take measures to reverse the damage done and rebuild a sustainable habitat that simultaneously improves the river's health.
How can you support these efforts?
One key way to support our efforts is through donations. TFT ensures that every dollar you give delivers measurable results that will make a difference in a timeline that matters. You can make a one-time gift or become a regular monthly donor today.
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Want to take a deeper dive?
Check out these resources to learn more about large wood structures and other related stories about the Sandy River basin.
