We diverted a dead river into a field - here’s why

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  • Опубліковано 3 лют 2025

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  • @MossyEarth
    @MossyEarth  8 годин тому +68

    🌾 We can only do these projects because of our Mossy Earth Members! So if you would like to help out you can become a member here: www.mossy.earth/
    We use our rewilding budget to try and restore nature in the most impactful ways. Focusing on keystone species, big impact multiplying ideas and neglected ecosystems. Its fun but above all its impactful in bringing wilderness back to our landscapes.
    Cheers,
    Duarte

  • @TheKidphilosophy
    @TheKidphilosophy 8 годин тому +252

    So very thankful for you all and the impact you’re making world wide!

    • @MossyEarth
      @MossyEarth  8 годин тому +12

      Thank you for the kind words :) It is very motivating ! - Cheers, Duarte

  • @dhfconst
    @dhfconst 8 годин тому +148

    Feeling your happiness by spotting the little rodent made me cry.
    Thanks you for these wonderful projects, keep up the good job.
    Obrigado

    • @MossyEarth
      @MossyEarth  8 годин тому +16

      It made me very very happy to see it! Glad I managed to get that across. It's what many people mind find a boring or uninteresting creature but for me and in the context of this project it was simply amazing to see it! - Cheers, Duarte

  • @joaquimbarbosa896
    @joaquimbarbosa896 8 годин тому +61

    About cutting trees. It kind sounds hypocritical, but I think its clear to everyone that the channel helps the trees that were not cut, having a source of water cutting through is allways great.

    • @MossyEarth
      @MossyEarth  7 годин тому +6

      Yea the other ones will be happy of course.

    • @fanOfMinecraft-UAs_channel
      @fanOfMinecraft-UAs_channel 6 годин тому +2

      That's what I say to small parts of plants near a very little river in my village while I attempt to make it not erode (partially caused by my little dams I put on it =) But I think I have already thrown enough dirt in it that I have done more good than bad to that little creek. Mostly because I haven't done much of both to it =]

  • @BierdopjeNL
    @BierdopjeNL 8 годин тому +148

    I will probably never get to visit the places you "re-wild" but I really appreciate the work you guys do! We need more like this.. I just started small by mowing my grass less often.. And right away there were way more insects, spiders, birds and small mammals like mice and mole. In other times of the year I get a lot of snails and slugs. Many people see some of these creatures as pests but I don't really care, I have no vegetable garden or anything.

    • @MossyEarth
      @MossyEarth  8 годин тому +35

      If you don't end up visiting rewilding areas we work on, I hope you get the chance to visit some in your country! I see you have NL in your username, there are many interesting rewilding areas in the Netherlands where they are trying to bring back nature as well! Thank you for the support! - Cheers, Duarte

    • @fanOfMinecraft-UAs_channel
      @fanOfMinecraft-UAs_channel 7 годин тому +4

      I'd say slugs are ok unless they're invasive species
      *looks at the red spanish slug (I live in Ukraine)

    • @skiscHans
      @skiscHans 4 години тому +2

      ​@@MossyEarth there is a very nice wetland area in the northern parts of the Netherlands called De Onlanden. Looking at the flag in Bierdopjes profile he is from this province. Once farm land that has been rewilded with a dual purpose of water storage in case of high water.

  • @kairon156
    @kairon156 4 години тому +10

    Whenever I hear that there's no inverters and no corporate results my heart smiles at the idea Mossy Earth can continue to do good without the extra bureaucratic baggage. :)

  • @mattcrawford713
    @mattcrawford713 7 годин тому +54

    I would love to hear the reactions from the local farmers/community. What benefits have they noticed? Has this project sparked inspiration in the community to rewild more land?

    • @andrewadams4000
      @andrewadams4000 6 годин тому +2

      More crops are missing from rodents lol

    • @skybluskyblueify
      @skybluskyblueify 5 годин тому +6

      A reduction of non-native weeds? Fewer asters ect., fewer seeds to land in their fields?

    • @andyroubik5760
      @andyroubik5760 2 години тому +2

      Give it 10 years. They will notice a greater variety of wildlife if other degradations don’t counterbalance it.

  • @chuckleberrypi
    @chuckleberrypi 7 годин тому +20

    14:40 you know you're dealing with a wholesome person when they exclaim "holy fuck" after finding the cutest little animal

  • @ethanzapach
    @ethanzapach 2 години тому +3

    Water diversion is one of my favourite restoration methods - Thanks so much for the work that you all do!

  • @timmis15
    @timmis15 7 годин тому +25

    Thank you for the work

  • @everettmarston4558
    @everettmarston4558 8 годин тому +47

    Keep up the amazing work!

    • @MossyEarth
      @MossyEarth  8 годин тому +4

      We will! Thank you for the support! - Cheers, Duarte

  • @AnuragPatelAtheist
    @AnuragPatelAtheist 8 годин тому +53

    Mossy Earth's video comes in , liked it already

    • @MossyEarth
      @MossyEarth  8 годин тому +4

      Amazing! Thank you for following our projects and liking / commenting on the videos. It is a big help! - Cheers, Duarte

  • @darthwavian
    @darthwavian 6 годин тому +10

    Every time you guys post it gives me a bit of hope, seeing nature so willing to thrive is lovely

  • @BechTheMoose
    @BechTheMoose 3 години тому +6

    Flodding projects are special! The Danube floodplain forests was my introduction to Mossy Earth 🌳

  • @GallowglassVT
    @GallowglassVT 6 годин тому +13

    Genuinely, the love you guys give to wetland habitats is amazing to see. There's some wetland restoration going on in a country park near me, but on top of that, a boggy habitat has been developing independently in an old grazing pasture near the woods.

  • @TheJstroud24
    @TheJstroud24 8 годин тому +18

    Thank you for all you guys do 🙏🏼 I wish I wasn't always so broke or I would donate to you endlessly. My girlfriend is on her very last class for her environmental science degree and I work with animals for a living. If you're ever doing a project in the Pacific Northwest of the US, I would love to lend a helping hand ❤

    • @MossyEarth
      @MossyEarth  8 годин тому +5

      Like I mentioned, commenting, liking and of course subscribing to the channel is a huge way to help as well. We really appreciate it! - Cheers, Duarte

  • @cesaretamburi
    @cesaretamburi 3 години тому +2

    Grazie.

  • @deweyhall712
    @deweyhall712 6 годин тому +7

    Keep making a difference, and repairing nature...❤❤❤😊😊😊

  • @TheXocx
    @TheXocx Годину тому +1

    Amazing concept amazing project. You are the real ones making a difference thank you

  • @alexandarvoncarsteinzarovi3723
    @alexandarvoncarsteinzarovi3723 Годину тому +1

    Now that is amazing

  • @wyattlandolf6626
    @wyattlandolf6626 8 годин тому +19

    Thank you for what you guys do!

    • @MossyEarth
      @MossyEarth  8 годин тому +3

      and thank you for following our work and commenting on this video! - Cheers, Duarte

  • @joaquimbarbosa896
    @joaquimbarbosa896 8 годин тому +90

    0:25 Wild areas in between agricultural areas should be more commun. Farmer don't like because some animals mess the crops, but there are ways to defend against that. And they gain a more stable local micro-climate, more fertile soil, much better life for insects, and resiliency against natural desasters.

    • @MossyEarth
      @MossyEarth  8 годин тому +19

      Exactly! We need more variety in our landscapes!

    • @RepvertYT
      @RepvertYT 7 годин тому +2

      In the area I live in in the Netherlands there are some small pieces of land that is “wild” in between agricultural fields

    • @joaquimbarbosa896
      @joaquimbarbosa896 7 годин тому

      @RepvertYT Thats great!

    • @aaronsanborn4291
      @aaronsanborn4291 Годину тому

      😂 not really but you keep thinking that

    • @franklyfrustrating
      @franklyfrustrating Годину тому

      ​@@aaronsanborn4291 you going to explain your point of view because I don't understand what you're getting at and how this is bad?

  • @xsix16
    @xsix16 3 години тому +1

    love to see it, a lot to be said for restoring wetlands.
    Be great to see mossy earth work on Mangrove restoration projects

  • @spidrespidre
    @spidrespidre 3 години тому +1

    Awesome work. Total result

  • @bonniepoole1095
    @bonniepoole1095 3 години тому +1

    Your organization is truly magical!

  • @Gardensforwildlife-ie
    @Gardensforwildlife-ie 6 годин тому +3

    As a member I love the impact and videos. Its really the best value for money, I would spend the yearly membership easily in 1 night at the pub (few years sober now). 👏

  • @CarolinaK2023
    @CarolinaK2023 3 години тому +1

    💙💚💙
    Thank you/God bless! 🙏🏻

  • @thomasconroy4684
    @thomasconroy4684 3 години тому +2

    Thanks

  • @matthewdavies5875
    @matthewdavies5875 3 години тому +1

    Worth the wait. Another excellent project and video 🎉

  • @Greaterglider2
    @Greaterglider2 Годину тому +1

    Keep up the amazing work

  • @IanPhillipsWildlife
    @IanPhillipsWildlife 8 годин тому +18

    Amazing work yet again guys!

    • @MossyEarth
      @MossyEarth  8 годин тому +2

      Thank you Ian! We really appreciate having had you around here for so many years and always commenting on the videos and keeping us motivated! - Cheers, Duarte

  • @kevangarner9659
    @kevangarner9659 4 години тому +2

    Duarte ,you and Matt and the whole Mossy Team are Kindred spirits ! Let’s all keep doing what we need to do to make this world a better place for nature and for us .. Cheers ! And look forward to meeting you someday!

  • @pm1136
    @pm1136 7 годин тому +5

    You are making the world a better place, please don't stop !🙏🌍🌐

  • @Ons_TV
    @Ons_TV 3 години тому +1

    This guy and his team are doing the things I want to see happening to the world. Thanks :)

  • @fionamason4725
    @fionamason4725 4 години тому +2

    Your efforts are amazing!

  • @fernandosibecas3492
    @fernandosibecas3492 3 години тому +1

    Great project, keep it going!!

  • @palatina6626
    @palatina6626 5 годин тому +5

    I can't wait to see the progress!! This is a stunning project.

    • @MossyEarth
      @MossyEarth  5 годин тому +2

      Glad you like the project! I love wetlands and wetland restoration is thankfully something easy and often has quick results. - Cheers, Duarte

  • @roelroelroelroel
    @roelroelroelroel 4 години тому +2

    Proud to be a member of this wonderful organization 🍀🌿

  • @ALouisae
    @ALouisae 5 годин тому +3

    love the update videos!!!! so happy to see you guys again! much love ❤

  • @JL-ml6cy
    @JL-ml6cy 3 години тому +1

    Hope to see your work continue on

  • @maddog74
    @maddog74 4 години тому +1

    I cried when you described what you feel walking in a nature dominated area and spotting new creatures, 'cause that's exactly how i feel, and i never knew how to express that, and i didnt need either, as i never met someone with such sentiments and care about nature in my little town in Italy. Thank you and your team for everything you do, i can only dream of being in the team too, but i'm getting a membership as soon as i can!

  • @goodwaterhikes
    @goodwaterhikes 8 годин тому +7

    This project is progressing nicely and I'm looking forward to the next video. 😎☮

    • @MossyEarth
      @MossyEarth  8 годин тому +4

      I am really excited to see how it will look this spring and then especially next year when we can expect some of the plants to start changing. - Cheers, Duarte

  •  6 годин тому +2

    It's so good to see that there are people who really care about a nature and our environment! Well done guys

  • @kashmir4716
    @kashmir4716 3 години тому +1

    I'm also a wildlife conservationist and I hope to one day have the achievements that you guys do! I love your work and the style of your videos, they're so informative and engaging. Proud to be a member :)

  • @trustmeimafailure
    @trustmeimafailure 8 годин тому +12

    i dont know how tricky it is to get permits to “rewild” rivers but here in poland we have lots of small rivers and creeks that have been straightened and dammed up but if we could rewild them we can hopefully help with flood control, ground water replenishment and to have areas of refuge for wildlife if the odra or the wisla get poisoned again

    • @MossyEarth
      @MossyEarth  8 годин тому +7

      I think there are some good projects kicking off in Poland already. Hopefully things will spread further and we all start fixing our landscapes to make a bit of space for nature. - Cheers, Duarte

    • @fanOfMinecraft-UAs_channel
      @fanOfMinecraft-UAs_channel 6 годин тому +1

      As a person from western Ukraine, I'd guess I know how it looks. Hope some rewilding will happen near you. But as I know nobody is going to do anything near me, I'm just going to wait for a weekend and continue doing my own semi-scientific restoration to that river in the village (The only scientific process being done by me is trying things out and looking what happens =)
      (My current phase is getting dirt and throwing it into water as additional sediment, and previously I put a small dam on it , which mostly got silted and I slightly lowered the dam level so it just sat on top of the silt so it has less chance to collapse)

    • @trustmeimafailure
      @trustmeimafailure 6 годин тому

      im thinking of taking a shovel and making some meanders to help the river kick start making its own meanders.. I just need to wait for the ground to stop being frozen hah

  • @owen7495
    @owen7495 4 години тому +2

    Amazing project, these are my favorite types of videos

  • @fredhayward1350
    @fredhayward1350 5 годин тому +3

    Such an inspirational role model for other possible projects around the Globe. Cheers.

  • @moritzlaszlo3115
    @moritzlaszlo3115 3 години тому +1

    Nice work!

  • @Rahmoparmo
    @Rahmoparmo 4 години тому +1

    Thank you for your fantastic work! Lovely video.

  • @TheFabledSCP7000
    @TheFabledSCP7000 7 годин тому +4

    It is so great to hear that the channel has finally been built
    It already looks beautiful

  • @RobsNeighbor
    @RobsNeighbor 8 годин тому +8

    Yes! Your last endeavor was brilliant, so is the editing and work you do.

    • @MossyEarth
      @MossyEarth  8 годин тому +1

      Glad you enjoy the project and the video! Thank you for the support and the kind comment :) - Cheers, Duarte

  • @devadath.s3747
    @devadath.s3747 8 годин тому +6

    Keep up the good work guys much love...❤

    • @MossyEarth
      @MossyEarth  8 годин тому

      Thank you for the support it is much appreciated! - Cheers, Duarte

  • @dalesparks8278
    @dalesparks8278 7 годин тому +4

    Love your attitude and work you guys do ..
    .❤ From America

    • @MossyEarth
      @MossyEarth  7 годин тому +2

      Thank you for the support! - Cheers, Duarte

  • @joaoreisreis9408
    @joaoreisreis9408 4 години тому +1

    Amazing work keep going 🙏🏽👏🏽👏🏽🇵🇹

  • @pcgNino
    @pcgNino 8 годин тому +5

    absolutely love this channel

    • @MossyEarth
      @MossyEarth  8 годин тому +2

      Thank you for the nice comment! It is lovely to hear that :) - Cheers, Duarte

  • @token6236
    @token6236 6 годин тому +1

    Always happy to see people actually caring about the environment

  • @MrStanley85
    @MrStanley85 7 годин тому +3

    Thanks for the update, always happy to see what I am contributing to ❤

    • @MossyEarth
      @MossyEarth  7 годин тому +1

      Thank you Stanley! Members are truly what make it all happen so I am glad to hear you enjoy the project! - Cheers, Duarte

  • @kdsketch
    @kdsketch 8 годин тому +4

    Love your work here, commenting for the algorithm :)

    • @MossyEarth
      @MossyEarth  8 годин тому +1

      Thank you! That is a big help! Hopefully the algorithm will listen :) - Cheers, Duarte

  • @zeeox
    @zeeox Годину тому +2

    I wish I could win the lottery and contribute a lovely big surprise donation to these guys.

  • @radiationgeneration4006
    @radiationgeneration4006 4 години тому +1

    wonderffull! keep up the good work!

  • @KJ-vt4yj
    @KJ-vt4yj 2 години тому

    this is really heartening work to see! people need to see more of this content, algorithm!!!

  • @PickledReinhardt
    @PickledReinhardt 2 години тому +1

    Fantastic Video

  • @allvideoshereareaigenerated
    @allvideoshereareaigenerated Годину тому +1

    Muito obrigado por tudo que tu fazes para o nosso planeta te amo e eu quero que tu continuas com esse trabalho de Fazer este lugar mais bunito

  • @dereksimpson7959
    @dereksimpson7959 7 годин тому +3

    Thanks!

    • @MossyEarth
      @MossyEarth  7 годин тому

      Thank you Derek! - Cheers, Duarte

  • @bmcleroth
    @bmcleroth 7 годин тому +1

    Your projects are some of the few that actually do anything! Will always keep watching!

  • @Arandombrazilian-ld8rh
    @Arandombrazilian-ld8rh 8 годин тому +7

    Good job

    • @MossyEarth
      @MossyEarth  8 годин тому +1

      Thank you! - Cheers, Duarte

  • @jasonwright1676
    @jasonwright1676 5 годин тому +1

    I love the updates and content! As an outdoorsman and avid flyfisher I am always thrilled to see areas returned to their natural states. Keep up the good fight!

  • @shivpatel5841
    @shivpatel5841 7 годин тому +2

    These videos are always a bright spot of my day! Love seeing the vision play out keep it up!

  • @pownessg2116
    @pownessg2116 5 годин тому +1

    Thank you for all your work 👍

  • @Thomas201101
    @Thomas201101 6 годин тому +1

    Always glad to see another video update come out! Thanks for everything you’ve been doing! A proud member.

  • @thomvarey
    @thomvarey 4 години тому +2

    I've been a member for two years now, videos like this are so uplifting! I'm curious - is there any talk of seeding rare native wetland species here, or manually introducing the Voles or other animals?

  • @Tarzantravelsbyriver
    @Tarzantravelsbyriver 7 годин тому +1

    Super stoked to be one who contributes to this. Highly reccomend

  • @MarkCosgrove-b3p
    @MarkCosgrove-b3p 6 годин тому

    What a exciting and truly need job you have found a way to make happen. I say thank you, and my applause to everyone on the team. 😊 thank you all 😊

  • @karloking3249
    @karloking3249 Годину тому +1

    just a comment for the algorithm, amazing work

  • @aleje5761
    @aleje5761 6 годин тому +1

    You're inspiring. I hope more of us can replenish the entire earth.

  • @aspi53
    @aspi53 6 годин тому +1

    I have been very excited for this update

  • @joaquimbarbosa896
    @joaquimbarbosa896 8 годин тому +1

    Its good to see that it atracted the attention of the news!

  • @jostv.2726
    @jostv.2726 6 годин тому +1

    Every time I see your videos I have a little bit more hope we still can save this planet. Thank you for the great work :D

  • @Fuscao_Preto
    @Fuscao_Preto 8 годин тому +174

    What I love about you guys is that you actually do important work instead of just complaining like a bunch of activists do.

    • @MossyEarth
      @MossyEarth  8 годин тому +40

      Yes we are more on the doing side of things :) - Cheers, Duarte

    • @Ermude10
      @Ermude10 6 годин тому +42

      Activists create political pressure and is extremely important. We shouldn't pitch these types of efforts against each other. They're all doing their part for a better future.

    • @Fuscao_Preto
      @Fuscao_Preto 6 годин тому +12

      @Ermude10 The vast majority of people I see are the "glue the hand to the asphalt" type. Hardly ever do I see someone smart.

    • @kirschkola
      @kirschkola 6 годин тому

      Then it seems you dont see a lot of protests.
      Dont hate, doesnt help you either ​@Fuscao_Preto

    • @MossyEarth
      @MossyEarth  5 годин тому +30

      Just to be clear if it wasn’t. While we mostly focus on action we agree that activism and especially the type that influences policy is very important and can achieve massive results. - Duarte

  • @PaulCoxC
    @PaulCoxC 6 годин тому +1

    Great to see this under some water now! Excited to see how it changes over the next few years

  • @Gerardgz38
    @Gerardgz38 4 години тому +1

    good work keep going

  • @ThePomidor000
    @ThePomidor000 4 години тому +1

    good job lads

  • @timurozkurt5239
    @timurozkurt5239 8 годин тому +3

    Love to see more wetlands ❤🎉

    • @MossyEarth
      @MossyEarth  8 годин тому

      You should visit this place sometime Tim! - Cheers, Duarte

  • @Neptuno22no
    @Neptuno22no 8 годин тому +3

    your guys' rebuilding the coral reefs video really inspired me!! ive been looking for volunteer work at my local reef to help out :) i doubt it'll be as grand as yours was but hopefully still important none the less!

    • @MossyEarth
      @MossyEarth  7 годин тому +2

      I’m sure with time you can restore a really large area! Best of luck! - Cheers, Duarte

  • @ZupaFilipPL
    @ZupaFilipPL 5 годин тому +1

    Omg, I laughed so hard at 14:54 - 15:05
    Fun moments regardless, this project is so cool! Would love to see this type of iniciatives more and more!

  • @masterofthegame8764
    @masterofthegame8764 7 годин тому +1

    thank you for helping the nature!

  • @AnandaKitz
    @AnandaKitz 7 годин тому +1

    Your work never ceases to amaze me

  • @ladyofthemasque
    @ladyofthemasque 2 години тому

    Listening to your excitement had me grinning, too. Thank you for sharing the science, the effort, the up close reviews, AND your enthusiasm!

  • @piyushmoond6850
    @piyushmoond6850 8 годин тому +3

    Excellent work❤

    • @MossyEarth
      @MossyEarth  8 годин тому

      Thank you! - Cheers, Duarte

  • @lorenzschwartz8896
    @lorenzschwartz8896 8 годин тому +7

    great and important work as always and nice way of restoring rare landscapes while defeating invasives at the same time, but sad to see these damn trees of heaven and black locusts between the native trees.

    • @MossyEarth
      @MossyEarth  8 годин тому +1

      It's a neat project in that sense yes. A lot of work to be done but when we can we try to "kill two birds with one stone" or well, more like fix two aquatic habitats in one go! - Cheers, Duarte

  • @IxRide
    @IxRide 8 годин тому +1

    You guys are great. Pushing for the algoritm and more people to find you 🙌

    • @MossyEarth
      @MossyEarth  7 годин тому

      Thank you! Lets hope the algorithm listens haha - Cheers, Duarte

  • @herbiegoller
    @herbiegoller 26 хвилин тому

    I know that editing videos takes a lot of work, but honestly - after every video you guys post, I can’t wait for the next one! What you do is not just inspiring, but truly uplifting and motivating. If the world were fair, you’d already have 100 million followers and could fund all your amazing projects just through UA-cam.
    Unfortunately, many prefer watching staged videos where some random people rent luxury cars and sell the illusion of getting rich quickly. But it’s real, passionate projects like yours that actually make a difference!
    What I want to say is that you guys are amazing! Thank you for everything you do - keep going and keep inspiring more people to take action. Our planet, which is the only one we have, needs organizations like yours to take small but important steps toward making it a better place for nature.
    You have my full respect - THANK YOU! 🙌🌍💚

  • @andyparsons608
    @andyparsons608 6 годин тому

    This is beautiful, well done guys.
    This is just the sort of thing we need to do in the UK. Wonderful video thank you. ❤

  • @TheBobador
    @TheBobador 8 годин тому +3

    Epic stuff!!

  • @susanfrary6880
    @susanfrary6880 6 годин тому +1

    Watching your videos brings me joy

  • @Aeyekay0
    @Aeyekay0 7 годин тому +2

    Awesome, keep up the good work

    • @MossyEarth
      @MossyEarth  7 годин тому

      Thank you! We will! - Cheers, Duarte

  • @colleeneggertson2117
    @colleeneggertson2117 5 годин тому +1

    Wonderful to see more wetlands being created. Cool that there are wild boar, nutria and voles. Should see more species before long. Some of the sedges look like what we call bullrushes in Canada. Lots of birds like to perch on them. Cheers!

  • @D0m3YT
    @D0m3YT 7 годин тому +3

    New Mossy Earth vid!

    • @MossyEarth
      @MossyEarth  7 годин тому +1

      :D Thank you for watching in the first hour! - Cheers, Duarte

  • @Ayoob_Bhat
    @Ayoob_Bhat 8 годин тому +3

    Love from Kashmir ❤

    • @MossyEarth
      @MossyEarth  8 годин тому +1

      Thank you Ayoob! - Cheers, Duarte

  • @MaryKateFrank
    @MaryKateFrank Годину тому

    Wonderful! Great work. ❤