Riparian Areas

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Riparian trees and shrubs for southwest Oregon

Trees and shrubs growing alongside streams in southwest Oregon are different from those in other areas. Learn what species of trees grow best in this unique environment, what size they will become, and what conditions each needs to thrive.

Jul 2018 | Article

Life on the Edge: Improving Riparian Function

Whether it's along a coastal or a desert stream, the riparian area plays a pivotal role in the health of our watersheds. In "Life on the Edge", viewers discover what that means.

Jun 2020 | Video

Streamside Gardening

Your streamside is part of a larger system of plants and animals that live near and within the stream itself.

Jul 2018 | Collection

Streams and Riparian Areas: Clean Water, Diverse Habitat

Streams and streambanks are vital but vulnerable wildlife habitat. Learn the steps you can take to improve vegetation and water quality on your riparian property. These recommendations can help protect birds, fish and other species, while helping you follow the law. This publication is part of the Land Steward Rural Resource Guidelines series.

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Land Steward online training

The OSU Land Steward online course is designed for owners of woodlands, small farms, pasture or other rural land who want to manage their property's natural resources more effectively. This is a research-based, professionally developed course.

Jun 2020 | Online resource

Grazing Management Options for Riparian Areas

Our hope is to make you better acquainted with the important functions of riparian areas on your ranch, give you some ideas on how to manage them effectively, and provide a framework for developing grazing management that incorporates these areas into your overall cattle operation.

Dustin Johnson | Dec 2019 | Article

OSU’s Oak Creek Center for Urban Horticulture earns recognition from national wildlife organization

Everything done at the center takes sustainability into account.

Kym Pokorny | Oct 11, 2019 | News story

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