FEATURE PROJECT
Boarshead Ranch Wetland Mitigation Bank
Our team manages a 1,650-acre wetland mitigation bank in Dade City, Florida, with a focus on creating, enhancing, and preserving forested, herbaceous, and open water wetland systems.
We utilize modern scientific methods to ensure the preservation of adjacent uplands and wetlands within the mitigation bank. Our methods include herbicide treatment in aquatic and natural areas, land management through control burning, selective physical and mechanical removal of nuisance exotic trees, roller chopping, selective agriculture grazing, and physical labor removal. We also extensively replant using native species within enhanced and created wetlands.
To date, we have planted over 1.1 million cypress trees, holly's, pop ash, and other appropriate wetland trees in the forested wetlands, as well as approximately 900,000 planted native species in herbaceous wetlands. In addition, we have planted over 750,000 upland grass plugs, shrubs, and supplemental trees in adjacent uplands, with plans to plant another 2.5 million plants in 2023.
All of our reclamation efforts are managed, monitored, and supported from an environmental, consulting, financial, staff reporting, and functional level. We also conduct water quality testing and monitoring, reporting to the Army Corps of Engineers and the South West Florida Water Management District (SWFWMD).
At our company, we are committed to using the most advanced scientific methods to ensure the preservation and enhancement of wetlands while promoting sustainable land management practices. Contact us today to learn more about our wetland mitigation and land management services and how we can assist you with your conservation needs.
We utilize modern scientific methods to ensure the preservation of adjacent uplands and wetlands within the mitigation bank. Our methods include herbicide treatment in aquatic and natural areas, land management through control burning, selective physical and mechanical removal of nuisance exotic trees, roller chopping, selective agriculture grazing, and physical labor removal. We also extensively replant using native species within enhanced and created wetlands.
To date, we have planted over 1.1 million cypress trees, holly's, pop ash, and other appropriate wetland trees in the forested wetlands, as well as approximately 900,000 planted native species in herbaceous wetlands. In addition, we have planted over 750,000 upland grass plugs, shrubs, and supplemental trees in adjacent uplands, with plans to plant another 2.5 million plants in 2023.
All of our reclamation efforts are managed, monitored, and supported from an environmental, consulting, financial, staff reporting, and functional level. We also conduct water quality testing and monitoring, reporting to the Army Corps of Engineers and the South West Florida Water Management District (SWFWMD).
At our company, we are committed to using the most advanced scientific methods to ensure the preservation and enhancement of wetlands while promoting sustainable land management practices. Contact us today to learn more about our wetland mitigation and land management services and how we can assist you with your conservation needs.
Professional Mangrove Trimmer (PMT)
and Certified Arborist Projects
We are registered through the Florida Department of Environmental Protections web portal as a Statue Authorized Professional Mangrove Trimmer (PMT) in the Southwest District, which includes Sarasota, Manatee, Charlotte, Lee, Citrus, Hernando, and Pinellas counties. Additionally, we are registered through Sarasota, Pinellas, and Hillsborough County as a Professional Mangrove Trimmer.
With over fourteen years of professional experience in mangrove trimming, our team has led projects involving tree inventories for native species that are considered protected through each municipality. We are knowledgeable in the specific requirements and minimum requirements for each municipality, ensuring that our services are always compliant and efficient.
We specialize in designing mitigation plans and planting for mitigation strategies of each site, taking into account the unique needs of each project. Our expertise in development and landscape planning allows us to provide comprehensive solutions for our clients.
As certified arborists, we prioritize the safety and health of the trees we work with, ensuring that our trimming techniques are precise and non-invasive. Our goal is to maintain the beauty and health of the mangroves while also protecting the surrounding environment.
With over fourteen years of professional experience in mangrove trimming, our team has led projects involving tree inventories for native species that are considered protected through each municipality. We are knowledgeable in the specific requirements and minimum requirements for each municipality, ensuring that our services are always compliant and efficient.
We specialize in designing mitigation plans and planting for mitigation strategies of each site, taking into account the unique needs of each project. Our expertise in development and landscape planning allows us to provide comprehensive solutions for our clients.
As certified arborists, we prioritize the safety and health of the trees we work with, ensuring that our trimming techniques are precise and non-invasive. Our goal is to maintain the beauty and health of the mangroves while also protecting the surrounding environment.
Gopher Tortoise Relocation
As a Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) Authorized Gopher Tortoise Agent, we have successfully excavated and relocated hundreds of gopher tortoises and their burrow commensals to both on-site and off-site recipient sites.
Our team is trained in a variety of tasks including survey efforts, permit application preparation, agency field review participation, Florida One-Call utility location coordination, excavation, pulling rod or trapping, tortoise transport, installation and removal of exclusionary fencing, and completion of agency reporting.
With our extensive experience in gopher tortoise relocation, we understand the importance of adhering to all FWC guidelines and regulations. We work diligently to ensure the safety and well-being of each tortoise and its habitat throughout the entire relocation process.
At our company, we are committed to providing the highest level of professional service and quality workmanship. Contact us today to learn more about our gopher tortoise relocation services and how we can assist you with your conservation needs.
Our team is trained in a variety of tasks including survey efforts, permit application preparation, agency field review participation, Florida One-Call utility location coordination, excavation, pulling rod or trapping, tortoise transport, installation and removal of exclusionary fencing, and completion of agency reporting.
With our extensive experience in gopher tortoise relocation, we understand the importance of adhering to all FWC guidelines and regulations. We work diligently to ensure the safety and well-being of each tortoise and its habitat throughout the entire relocation process.
At our company, we are committed to providing the highest level of professional service and quality workmanship. Contact us today to learn more about our gopher tortoise relocation services and how we can assist you with your conservation needs.