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The main goal of RRBRP is to directly assist landowners with and educate them about the restoration, protection, and effective management of riparian areas within the Red River Basin. This education and assistance will lead to proper functioning riparian areas, resulting in long-term measurable improvements in the ecological health of the river system. Healthy riparian corridors offer benefits for water quality, as well as flood damage reduction and wildlife habitat.

As the RRBRP continues to provide valuable services to landowners with threatened or impaired riparian areas, the project also continues to provide educational materials and expertise to enlighten the people of the Red River Basin regardless to whether they own land or not.

1. Directly assist landowners with the restoration, protection and management of 105 river miles or riparian area

2. Coordinate delivery of multiple programs for better riparian management

3. Produce 245 riparian forest management plans

4. Use existing GIS technology for data handling, resource assessment, planning and monitoring of riparian zones

5. Monitor for long-term changes on restored reaches

6. Instill ownership and promote stewardship of river reaches through local involvement

7. Inform and educate basin stakeholders on the benefits of a healthy riparian zone

8. Increase awareness and expertise by providing training opportunities and educational materials