The developers of Devoe Bend subdivision, Eric Holloway and Aaron Reynolds, have donated 16.89 acres along the White Oak Bayou to the Conservancy Dec. 23, 2024, the organization announced this week.
The land, valued at $675,000, is the largest gift made to the Conservancy since its founding in 2018. The land is in the 72113-zip code area of Maumelle and North Little Rock.
Devoe Bend is a thoughtfully designed residential subdivision celebrated for its vast green spaces and natural trails that aim to reconnect families with nature.
The donated land includes access to a key section of the White Oak Bayou that is made up of three functional wetland classes including what is likely the thickest and most beautiful stand of water tupelo on the bayou. It has an abundance of wildlife habitat for terrestrial, aquatic and avian species. Several species of waterfowl are commonly seen in this area of the bayou.
The White Oak Bayou consists of 42 square miles of land and water in north- central Pulaski County. The 1,400 acres of wetlands fall entirely within the confines of Pulaski County and portions of the cities of Maumelle and North Little Rock as well as portions of Camp Robinson. It represents eight different hydrogeomorphic (HGM) subclasses. The wetlands provide valuable wildlife habitat and perform essential functions such as flood attenuation, sediment retention, pollutant removal and nutrient cycling.
The future wetland park on the property will improve access to the bayou for outdoor recreation like bird watching, fishing and paddle sports.
"Our vision is to create a space where people can explore, learn and enjoy the beauty of the wetlands," Holloway said in a release. He also serves as the President of the White Oak Bayou Wetlands Conservancy.
He added that his hope is that the donation will serve as a catalyst for enhancing public access to Maumelle's natural landscapes.
"This donation is a step toward building a legacy of conservation and recreation for generations to come.,” he said.
The White Oak Bayou Wetlands Conservancy and Devoe Bend Development invite the community to support this exciting project, which aligns with their shared commitment to environmental stewardship and outdoor recreation. The White Oak Bayou Wetland Conservancy is dedicated to the protection and enhancement of the White Oak Bayou as a sustainable natural resource, benefiting the cities of Maumelle and North Little Rock as well as portions of Camp Robinson.
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White Oak Bayou Wetlands Conservancy gets land donation
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The developers of Devoe Bend subdivision, Eric Holloway and Aaron Reynolds, have donated 16.89 acres along the White Oak Bayou to the Conservancy Dec. 23, 2024, the organization announced this week.
The land, valued at $675,000, is the largest gift made to the Conservancy since its founding in 2018. The land is in the 72113-zip code area of Maumelle and North Little Rock.
Devoe Bend is a thoughtfully designed residential subdivision celebrated for its vast green spaces and natural trails that aim to reconnect families with nature.
The donated land includes access to a key section of the White Oak Bayou that is made up of three functional wetland classes including what is likely the thickest and most beautiful stand of water tupelo on the bayou. It has an abundance of wildlife habitat for terrestrial, aquatic and avian species. Several species of waterfowl are commonly seen in this area of the bayou.
The White Oak Bayou consists of 42 square miles of land and water in north- central Pulaski County. The 1,400 acres of wetlands fall entirely within the confines of Pulaski County and portions of the cities of Maumelle and North Little Rock as well as portions of Camp Robinson. It represents eight different hydrogeomorphic (HGM) subclasses. The wetlands provide valuable wildlife habitat and perform essential functions such as flood attenuation, sediment retention, pollutant removal and nutrient cycling.
The future wetland park on the property will improve access to the bayou for outdoor recreation like bird watching, fishing and paddle sports.
"Our vision is to create a space where people can explore, learn and enjoy the beauty of the wetlands," Holloway said in a release. He also serves as the President of the White Oak Bayou Wetlands Conservancy.
He added that his hope is that the donation will serve as a catalyst for enhancing public access to Maumelle's natural landscapes.
"This donation is a step toward building a legacy of conservation and recreation for generations to come.,” he said.
The White Oak Bayou Wetlands Conservancy and Devoe Bend Development invite the community to support this exciting project, which aligns with their shared commitment to environmental stewardship and outdoor recreation. The White Oak Bayou Wetland Conservancy is dedicated to the protection and enhancement of the White Oak Bayou as a sustainable natural resource, benefiting the cities of Maumelle and North Little Rock as well as portions of Camp Robinson.