About the Project Green Interchange is working with our partners and hundreds of volunteers to restore Garrison Creek, a tributary of Bushman Creek, in Murfreesboro. We aim to reestablish a healthy stream ecosystem and create a green space the entire community can enjoy. To accomplish these goals, we’re removing invasive plants and replacing them with native trees along a section of Garrison Creek. This work helps people, land, water, and wildlife.
Trees prevent erosion of the stream bank.
Roots absorb water, reducing stormwater overflow and flooding risks to nearby homes.
Shade from the trees contributes to a healthy aquatic habitat.
Trees provide shelter, homes, and food for birds, pollinators, and other wildlife.
Plants help lessen pollution, lowering air and water pollution.
A walking trail will provide access for the community to enjoy the green space.
The benefits of this project to the community will last many lifetimes.
Since starting work on this project, Green Interchange and our partners have planted 365 native trees and shrubs and restored a total of 4.5 acres of the Garrison Creek stream bank.
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Join Us If you would like to join us at a future tree planting or restoration event, check out our upcoming events here: volunteer opportunities.
Volunteering with Green Interchange is an excellent opportunity for businesses, schools, scout troops, garden clubs, or other groups, and we are happy to work with your group on a project. Please get in touch with us for group opportunities.
Top Row Left: 5 Year Progress with Tennessee Environmental Council. Top Row Center: June 2022 with McFadden Community Center. Top Row Right: October 2022 with McFadden Community Center.Bottom RowLeft: June 2023 with Amazon and Arbor Day Foundation.
