The Hudson Estuary Trees for Tribs Program helps to protect and restore streamside buffers. Healthy stream buffers, comprised of native trees, shrubs, and grasses, help to:
- Reduce water pollution
- Reduce erosion and flooding damage
- Provide habitat for fish and other wildlife
How Does the Program Work?
Hudson Estuary Trees for Tribs offers free native trees and shrubs for qualifying planting projects along the tributary streams (Tribs) in the Hudson River Estuary Grant boundary (PDF). Program staff may also be able to assist with plant selection, designing a planting plan, and other technical assistance to help your project succeed.
Note: If your project is outside of the Hudson Valley, please visit New York State's Trees for Tribs Program to learn about other programs, including the Buffer in A Bag program that offers a free bag of 25 bare-root tree and shrub seedlings.