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Introduction
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Gervais Lake:
Site/Biome Description

Meet the Owners

Problems & Challenges

Plant List

Site Preparation & Planting

Changes Over Time

Budget

Timeline

Lessons Learned

Participants

What Will the
Neighbors Think?
Common Problems

Site Planning

A Base Map was drawn that identified locations of existing structures, vegetation, beach areas, and other property features.

In addition to restoring the shoreline, Bill Bartodziej says it is important to remember how you want to use the shoreline.
The Drakes and Linders wanted to keep some things intact, such as the fire pit, picnic table, and a small beach area for swimming and pulling boats up.

Arnie Linder talks about the design from the point of view of the property owner. The Design Map reflected the changes that were planned:
  • Decrease turf lawn and beach areas
  • Add bushes and wildflowers to upland grass areas
  • Approximately 4000 sq. ft dedicated to new plantings
  • Add aquatic plantings