For the degraded acres surrounding the Center, DRN prepared an Ecological Master Plan that includes riparian buffer restoration, woodland restoration, trails, vegetated swales and two rain gardens. The objectives of the project are to create an ecologically appropriate and beautiful landscape, improve circulation, improve storm water management and water quality, improve native plant diversity, and increase learning opportunities. Phase 1 was completed with the construction of vegetated swales, rain gardens, trails, steps, and a “learning circle”installedby volunteers, the township and DRN. Ongoing work includes monitoring and maintenance of the installation, supplemental seeding and plantings, and restoration of the wooded riparian corridor. Funded by the Wakefern Corporation, Haddon Township, and matching sources.