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As a part of the ongoing restoration efforts along the Coast Fork of
the Willamette River, the Coast Fork Willamette Watershed Council
has teamed up with the City of Creswell, Oregon Department of Fish &
Wildlife, and the Oregon Watershed Enhancement Board to improve
conditions in this centrally located park. Goals include
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Removal of invasive plant species
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Planting and mulching of native plants
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Monitoring of vegetation, mammal, bird,
fish, and turtle populations.
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Water quality assessment
History of the Park
Garden Lake Park is a 34-acre park located in the heart of Creswell,
OR. Following the construction of I-5, four ponds were created in
line with the flow from Hill Creek. The park has now become a
beautiful area offering walking trails, birding, fishing, and a boat
launch. With help from city officials and conservation partners, the
park is currently undergoing restoration activities to ensure its
continued health as a habitat for many native plant and animal
species.
Community Involvement
As a collaborative project between many organizations in the local
area, Garden Lake Park & Restoration Project offers many ways to be
involved in the local community. These include:
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Enjoying the local ecosystem in a
family-friendly place through fishing, walks, and wildlife
viewing.
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Participating in invasive plant removal and
native plant planting projects.
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Becoming involved in ongoing monitoring projects
to assess the health of the Garden Lake habitat.
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Helping to create and maintain pathways so that
all can enjoy the beauty of this local treasure
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Working with students and teachers from local
schools on restoration projects.
Restoration Plans
The Garden Lake Park Restoration Project targets 11 acres of the
park for invasive plant removal, specifically Himalayan blackberry,
English ivy, and Scot’s broom. Native plantings are needed to
enhance existing terrestrial habitat for native birds and mammals,
provide shade to water bodies, and re-establish canopy conditions;
all precursors of a healthy riparian ecosystem. In addition,
monitoring activities starting in early 2008 will assess the health
of vegetation, mammal, bird, fish, and turtle populations.
Consider joining the Coast Fork Willamette
Watershed Council or the Friends of Garden Lake Park!
Contacts::
Coast Fork Willamette Watershed Council
(541)767-9717
Coordinator
If you are interested in viewing the restoration progress report,
please contact the webmaster.
Friends of Garden Lake Park
(541)895-3441 sheilahale@gmail.com
City of Creswell
(541)895-5188 mrgpetitti@qwest.net
Garden Lake Park Riparian Restoration Project is SPONSORED BY:
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