Jordan River Commission

The Future of Riparian Corridor Ordinances in Utah

Introduction Weather and climate activity over the past several years has brought new focus to riparian corridors in Utah. We have witnessed extreme drought and flooding. The Jordan River Watershed, which encompasses the most urbanized region of Utah, is no stranger to this.  Many communities around the Jordan River are looking for guidance with riparian […]

Register Now!

  Registration is now open for the next installment in our Best Practices for Riverfront Communities Training Series.  This workshop is generously supported by the Salt Lake County Watershed and Restoration Program and is presented in conjunction with the 10th Annual Watershed Symposium.  Learn more here.

Riverfront Communities – Best Practices Training Series

  Green Infrastructure: Putting it to Work, the next seminar in our Riverfront Communities – Best Practices Training Series, will give participants the tools to implement green infrastructure – beyond the basics – through on-the-ground case studies and experiences from communities across the Wasatch Front, and globe. Keynote speaker, Hillary Brown who is a fellow of […]

Integrating People and Wildlife in an Urban Setting

  Registration is now open for the next workshop in our Best Practices Training Series.  Please join us to learn about new research and techniques to balance the needs of wildlife and recreation within the urbanized Jordan River corridor.  This workshop is geared towards land managers, park and restoration project designers, and watchable wildlife enthusiasts. […]

Our Shared Responsibilities and the MBTA

Our Shared Responsibilities and the Migratory Bird Treaty Act: How to Avoid “Take” of Birds during Tree Trimming, Brush Removal and other Improvement Projects Each year migratory birds that are protected under the Migratory Bird Treaty Act (50 CFR § 10.12) are needlessly killed or harmed during the course of planned construction, tree trimming, mowing […]

Streambank Soil Bioengineering Workshop

We just finished a 6-minute video of the highlights of our recent Streambank Soil Bioengineering Workshop with Chris Hoag. Streambank Soil Bioengineering is a series of different techniques for bank stabilization that reduce erosion through the reestablishment of native vegetation – while helping to build up habitat for wildlife at the same time!  

Wetland and Riparian Vegetation Nurseries

  Did our workshop with Chris Hoag inspire you to try a streambank soil bioengineering project?   Here are three nurseries that can supply all the plants you need.   Wetland and Riparian Vegetation Nurseries North Fork Native Plants Spring Creek Landscaping High Mountain Nursery    

Best Practices Training Series

* Streambank Soil Bioengineering * Water Trail Planning * Conservation Subdivision Design *  Invasive Vegetation Management * Innovative Stormwater Management * Transfer of Development Rights * Trail Planning and Maintenance * Green Infrastructure * Stormwater System Maintenance *   These are just a few of the topics you’ll learn about in the JRC’s  upcoming Best Practices for Riverfront Communities Training Series. Learn about the JRC’s Best Practices for Riverfront […]

Streambank Bioengineering Workshop with J. Chris Hoag

Streambank Bioengineering, Restoration Project Design and Management Workshop March 25-27, 2014   Did you enjoy J. Chris Hoag’s presentation on streambank bioengineering at the Salt Lake Countywide Watershed Symposium?  Want to learn more? Please join us at a three day workshop with Chris and other restoration experts and delve into the details of bioengineering and […]