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Restoration Projects
Featured Restoration Project: The Howard Preserve Project
The Howard Preserve was created in 2004 thanks to a partnership between the Howard family, Wood River Land Trust, the City of Bellevue, Friends of Howard, and many interested organizations and individuals. The Howard family had owned the parcel since 1972 and, in order to protect it in perpetuity and keep it as a natural preserve with public access, they approached Wood River Land Trust to facilitate a bargain sale with the City of Bellevue. Mike Howard returns each fall to manage the annual picnic. He brings with him help from the restaurant at his Tres Pinos Inn in California and his cooking expertise.
Gates, benches, bridges and signage have been added to the Howard Preserve in a continual effort to provide a unique river access experience.
In addition to the ongoing restoration work, Wood River Land Trust & Friends of host the annual Howard Community Picnic. The 6th annual event on September 19th, 2009 featured Lava Lake Lamb, Idaho trout, roast pork & morels. Picnic attendees brought potluck side dishes and desserts to share.
The Howard Community Picnic is a continuation of an historic tradition dating back to the 1940's. Check Events for the date of the next picnic!
Click here for maps and more information on the Howard Preserve Project.
Other Wood River Land Trust Restoration Projects include:
• Bullion Bridge Restoration Project
• Croy Creek Wetland Restoration
• Croy Wetland Boardwalk
• Elkhorn Creek
• Hulen Meadows Floodplain Management
• Lions Park Riverbank
• Riverside Pond
• Howard Preserve Bridge
Special Restoration Projects:
• Anderson House
• Aspen Drive House
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