Natural Shorelines

Protecting Shorelines

Below are resources that help explain the benefits of having a natural shoreline:

Benefits of a Natural Shoreline | Rideau Valley Conservation Authority

Resources – Natural Edge | Watersheds Canada

The Science Behind the Vegetated Shoreline – Why the Ribbon of Life Matters | Watersheds Canada

Below are resources that will help improve, restore or maintain a natural vegetative buffer to have a natural shorelines:

Environmental Net Gain | Watersheds Canada

How to Naturalize your Shoreline | Rideau Valley Conservation Authority

How it works – Natural Edge | Watersheds Canada

Planting Native | Bancroft Area Stewardship Council

Shoreline Owner’s Guide | FOCA

Watch "How Can We Care for Our Lakes?" from Watersheds Canada to learn the impact of development on freshwater resources and how we can manage factors such as stormwater runoff and natural buffers to protect and improve shoreline health.