Protecting and maintaining our open spaces
Forest preserves are a fundamental part of our communities. Not only do they offer opportunities for recreation, research, and learning, they also provide immeasurable benefits to the surrounding community by supporting recreation, clean air and water, stormwater management, and natural habitats for countless plants and animals.
We’ve has been supporting the Forest Preserve of Cook County for over 10 years to maintain and enhance their resources that provide nearly 70,000 acres (28,328 hectares) of open space across the Chicagoland area. How do we do it? Our team of environmental and ecosystem professionals carefully monitor the varied wetland, prairie, woodlands, and waterways in these spaces, and determine what services will help these habitats thrive–such as prescribed burning, invasive vegetation management, and brush clearing. By removing invasive species, these spaces achieve higher quality native growth, improving ecological health, water quality, and biodiversity. Our environmental support also helps reduce flooding and increased access and usability for the community.
At a Glance
- Offices
- Client
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- Forest Preserve of Cook County
- Partners
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- Openlands
Josh Arrigoni, Senior Restoration Ecologist
I enjoy finding creative solutions that consider the role native plant communities play in nature-based design and green infrastructure.
By utilizing my knowledge and passion for ecological restoration, I provide clients with realistic, comprehensive land management solutions.
Zachary Taylor, Senior Restoration Ecologist
Ecosystem restoration is often initiated by grassroot groups. It is my job to help them identify resources and work with them to scale up.
Christian Burnson, Civil Engineer
The strength of a team is the sum of each member’s strengths. The strength of each member is enhanced by the team.
We’re better together
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