Jackson Bottom Wetlands Preserve

Providing interpretive education on wetlands and wildlife, panoramic views, water quality, weather, natural resource management, trails, bird watching, recreation, exhibits, displays and an eagles nest, Jackson Bottom Wetlands Preserve is a treasure of the Hillsboro community.

Research

Research at the Preserve

Several research projects have been conducted over time at the Preserve.  Research projects have included:

  • Experimental Wetlands (1989-1991).  The experimental wetlands were used to test the removal of nitrogen and phosphorus from treated wastewater.
  • Bird surveys
  • Great Blue Heron rookery monitoring
  • Amphibian monitoring
  • Macroinvertebrate monitoring. Volunteer Nick Engelfried monitored macroinvertebrates at several locations at the Preserve for two years.  More Info