A tap mark indicating historical, and future potential for, syrup making in Crescent Woods
Throughout our explorations of Englesby Brook we were able to envision a very different brook from the one we see today: children playing in the brook both East and West of Shelburne Road, the use ripirian land being shared by humans and a diversity of wildlife, and the continuous enjoyment of the beautiful Blanchard Beach, even following storm events. Englesby Brook is a special place. It is the backyard and home of many, both two and four legged. But it is also an impaired watershed, meaning that it does not meet Clean Water Act standards (see the Chittenden County Stream Team website for more information on impaired watersheds in Burlington). It will take the entire community to restore the brook: to properly dispose of lawn waste and dog feces so they don't contaminate the water, to encourage creative stormwater mitigation practices (like rainwater gardens), to clean up the current buildup of waste, and to allow the next generation the opportunity to connect to and care for the watershed.
A film showing scenes from Englesby Brook, highlighting the role that brooks and streams play in childhood and beyond
