Project Officer Mike continuing work along the River Crake, ably assisted by SCRT’s newest team member Matt,allowed out on his third day!

Large Woody Debris (LWD) or engineered woody structures (EWS) are used to create fish refuge sites.  Selected trees are felled at the bank-side and anchored closely into the side with steel cable. This mimics natural processes but in a controlled way. These are particularly beneficial on straight sections of river adding shade and briefly changing flow. They are also good for birds and otters.