Stewardship Services
Installation and Maintenance Services in the Illinois River Watershed in Arkansas and Oklahoma.
IRWP’s team offers a range of services focused on enhancing and sustaining nature-based infrastructure. We specialize in green infrastructure installations and maintenance, to support effective management of stormwater and improvement of urban landscapes.
Green Infrastructure Consultation, Installation and Stewardship
Site management plan development
Bioretention installation, including bioswales, rain gardens— depressed, vegetated channels receiving water
Detention basin maintenance and retrofits
Non-native/native and invasive species management
Species consultation for your project
Riparian Buffer and Forest Stand Improvement
Riparian revegetation
Timber management
Tree planting
Invasive Species Management
Prescribed Fire
Vegetation Management and Habitat Restoration & Improvement
Sites considered priority for watershed management
Prairies
Wetlands
Springs
Vegetation management plan development
Pollinator habitat and native plant installations, both urban and rural
Prairie savanna, glade and other native habitat types
Cost Share Programs, Financial Assistance, may be available
One of our programs may be able to cost share 10-75% of project installation
See What We Do to learn more about our funding programs
Our Process
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Site Assessment and Consultation
A watershed-based site assessment is a vital process that provides a comprehensive understanding of a specific area’s ecological and hydrological features. This assessment focuses on analyzing water movement, drainage patterns, soil types, and habitat conditions, as well as identifying additional features that contribute to land management.
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Site Plans
Once we have thoroughly assessed the site during our consultation and gained a clear understanding of the landowner's goals, we craft a comprehensive site plan that outlines the steps necessary for achieving long-term management. This tailored approach not only addresses immediate concerns but also sets the foundation for sustainable practices that preserve the ecological integrity of the land while enhancing its value and usability for years to come.
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Installation, Maintenance, ongoing Stewardship
Every site is unique, and each landowner has distinct goals. Whether you represent a municipality or a homeowners association, we collaborate with you to create a stewardship contract that aligns with your objectives. Then, we do the work!
If you are looking to train your crew on maintenance of the project, we can include that, as well.
Let’s work together
Interested in working together? Fill out some info and we will be in touch to discuss your site.
Get in touch.
If we are missing a service or if your site is not yet selected, let us know how we can collaborate. For direct questions, email services@irwp.org.
