Restore a floodplain corridor along the West Branch of the Little Calumet River in northwest Indiana to benefit rare wetland-dependent birds and the surrounding underserved communities. Project will manage invasive species on 142 acres, restore hydrologic wetland function and collaborate with local community groups on connected community beautification efforts that will amplify the conservation impact of the project.
NFWF Grant Profile
Conservation Program(s):
Chi-Cal Rivers Fund
Project Title: Collaborative Restoration and Community Engagement in Calumet Marsh Bird Conservation Area (IN)
Organization:
The Wetlands Initiative
Project ID:
2005.20.070622
Description:
Award Amount:
$299392.87
Location:
Floodplain corridor along the West Branch of the Little Calumet River in northwest Indiana