Our Projects
The Neshaminy Watershed Association coordinates various restoration and conservation projects throughout the watershed. These efforts help improve water quality, restore natural habitats, and enhance the ecological health of the Neshaminy Creek system.
The Neshaminy Collaborative
Water does not stop at the township line. That is why NWA helped bring five townships together to form the Neshaminy Collaborative. The members are Buckingham, Doylestown, Middletown, New Britain, and Warrington. We lead it with the Bucks County Conservation District.
The townships share what works, apply for grants as a group, and teach residents about clean water. They also create more ways for you to help, like stream cleanups and tree plantings.
Other towns in the watershed are welcome to join. If yours is not a member yet, let your township know you are interested.
Project Types
Riparian Tree Plantings
We organize volunteer tree planting events along stream banks to restore riparian buffers. These native trees and shrubs help stabilize banks, filter runoff, provide wildlife habitat, and improve water quality.
Stream Bank Stabilization
Using techniques like "live-stake" installations, we stabilize eroding stream banks in a cost-effective and ecologically beneficial way. This method uses living plant materials to create natural reinforcement.
Stream Cleanups
Regular cleanup events remove trash and debris from waterways, improving aesthetics, habitat quality, and water flow while engaging community volunteers in hands-on conservation.
Invasive Species Removal
We work to remove invasive plant species that threaten native ecosystems, allowing native vegetation to thrive and supporting biodiversity.
Turf-to-Meadow Conversion
We help convert conventional turf grass areas into native meadows, reducing mowing and chemical inputs while supporting pollinators, improving stormwater infiltration, and restoring biodiversity.
Join Our Next Project
Our projects rely on dedicated volunteers from the community. Whether you can spare a few hours or want to become a regular volunteer, there's a place for you.