May is American Wetlands Month, which is a time to recognize the critical role wetlands play in protecting water quality and supporting wildlife habitat. Wetlands work has been central to our practice across Oregon—and as we approach our 25-year anniversary next month, it’s a fitting time to reflect on that commitment.

Silverton Pettit Reservoir Trail

Led in part by Senior Wetland Scientists Anita Smyth and Phil Quarterman, our team continues to support projects across Oregon and Washington that balance environmental stewardship with practical outcomes. In Silverton, Winterbrook supported the Pettit Reservoir Trail by preparing wetland delineations and helping design a boardwalk that minimized impacts to Brush Creek and adjacent wetlands. For Columbia County, we helped strengthen long-term environmental stewardship through updates to the County’s Goal 5 Natural Resources program, with a focus on wetlands and riparian protection.

Silverton Pettit Reservoir Trail

At Aurora State Airport, Winterbrook completed a wetland determination to support future development planning. For the Portland Water Bureau’s Bull Run Filtration Facility, our team led wetland delineations, habitat assessments, mitigation planning, and environmental permitting for one of Oregon’s largest infrastructure investments.

These efforts build on a long history of wetlands work throughout the state. American Wetlands Month is a reminder that protecting these ecosystems requires practical solutions, collaboration, and technical expertise. For nearly 25 years, Winterbrook has been proud to help balance environmental stewardship with community needs—and we look forward to continuing that work for years to come.