Riparian Buffers:

Overview of Riparian Buffers and Stream Function

If you are looking for an introduction to riparian buffers and stream function, these short videos and readings are the place to start.

What is a Riparian Buffer?

Riparian Forest Buffers

Riparian Buffers

Remarkable Riparian- Steve Nelle explaining Lane's Balance

Nueces River Authority's Remarkable Riparian Digital Short Course 

For those who may want to do more in-depth learning about stream function and riparian buffers, the Nueces River Authority, in Texas, has produced a very informative digital short course.

• Remarkable Riparian Lesson 1: Debunking the Myths

• Remarkable Riparian Lesson 2: Defining Riparian

• Remarkable Riparian Lesson 3: Function Produces Values

• Remarkable Riparian Lesson 4: How A River Works

• Remarkable Riparian Lesson 5: The Impacts of Channel Degradation

• Remarkable Riparian Lesson 6: The Importance of Riparian Vegetation

• Remarkable Riparian Lesson 7: What Hinders Function and Recovery

• Remarkable Riparian Lesson 8: Riparian Degradation and Recovery

Best Management Practices & Techniques 

Ready improve your riparian buffer? Check out the videos and resources below for guidance.

• Riparian Planting Guide of the Ozarks

• Harvesting and Planting Live Stakes

• Willow Staking along the Meramec Greenway

• Plant it Right: Repairing our Streams

• 5 Ways to Protect Riparian Areas

• Riparian and Watershed Management Practices