Navarre Bethlehem Township Park

Beginning with the discovery of a wetland in a failed ditch, this project has overseen population balances within the research area and is guiding policy to rewild a thriving fen for the public to enjoy. Thanks to community involvement and funding from the Navarre VFW Post 5047, we reintroduced 71 native plant species to the park this spring. 

Below is a list of the species which were planted as seed. Some of them will establish themselves quickly, while some will take 2-3 years before maturity. We do not expect every species to thrive, but we will be monitoring populations through the coming seasons. If 80% of species have one successful specimen, we will have succeeded in doubling the floral biodiversity of the park.

Past Publications From This Project

This paper was written by Benjamin Bravis, prior to the creation of Wild Stark. It is posted here under permission from the author. Future NBTP research will be completed by a team, in the name of Wild Stark.