Fairport Office of Community and Economic Development Reminds You As Spring Arrives To Visit The Protected Thomas Creek Wetlands

Fairport Office of Community and Economic Development is their may newsletter is reminding local residents about Thomas Creek Wetlands. This is a federally protected ecosystem and it vitally important to migrating birds, as well as mammals, amphibians, and native plants. The wetland is located in heart of the village.

From the EPA:

“Due to their high levels of nutrients, freshwater marshes are one of the most productive ecosystems on earth. They can sustain a vast array of plant communities that in turn support a wide variety of wildlife within this vital wetland ecosystem. As a result, marshes sustain a diversity of life that is disproportionate with their size. In addition to their considerable habitat value, non-tidal marshes serve to mitigate flood damage and filter excess nutrients from surface runoff.”

Also be sure to leave no trash behind and carry everything back out