Nature Re-Created at Powder Valley

Nature Re-Created at Powder Valley

BY TAMIE YEGGE

manage the Powder Valley

IConservation Nature Center in Kirkwood, MO. It is extremely important to us to be good stewards of our natural resources, and to educate others the work through a competitive bid process. Once they were on site, Chris’ crew finished the job in eight days, to do the same. Wise use is a consistent theme throughout the exhibits as well as how individuals can help in their own back yards. I met Chris Siewing of Nature’s ReCreations back in 2011 when we were looking for options to repair and upgrade the water source in our wildlife viewing area. We had a small, block style waterfall that was failing and was no longer repairable. We were adding water daily and decided replacement was the best option. Chris listened carefully to our ideas and never “told” us what we wanted. He was honest about what would work and said he could deliver our vision. After visiting some of his work sites, I was convinced. A very generous donation made it possible for the nature center to pursue the work. Nature’s Re-Creations was selected for and the work is still impressive. The feature looks like an Ozark stream that has been flowing there for years. In addition, Chris created the design to make use of rainwater off the roof to feed the feature and allow us to hook up a hose to water the surrounding landscape. The feature is one of the most popular with the visitors and the animals that visit the feeders as well as a great example of wise use of resources. I have worked with many contractors over the years. Chris does business in a way that rivals the rest for courtesy, professionalism

and commitment. He kept his word and kept us informed, including checking in daily to make sure we were happy with the work. When they were finished, the crew cleaned up the You can visit Powder Valley Conservaarea and we could tion Nature Center, nestled within 112 hardly tell they acres of oak-hickory forest. Experience had been there. wildlife up close: our living beehive, He made sure we 3,000-gallon aquarium, native plant knew how to use gardens and water feature. Learn about and take care of nature through interactive exhibits, a the feature and kid's corner, tree house, reading room, is always open to naturalist-led programs and special give advice should events. Three paved trails take you we need it. We got through the forest, and one is disabled exactly what we accessible. asked for and then Powder Valley Conservation Nature some. Chris even Center is at 11715 Cragwold Road, Kirk- “saved the perfect wood, MO 63122. Hours are Tuesday rock” to add to through Saturday 8 am-5 pm Trails are the feature and it open daily, 8 am to 6pm Central Stan- definitely is the dard Time and 8 am to 8 pm Daylight focal point. Saving Time. Admission is free. No pets please. I don’t hesitate to recommend Chris to anyone looking for this type of work. He thoroughly knows his materials and business, and not only does fantastic work, but with courtesy and respect. His follow through and follow up are unsurpassed. Thank you, Nature’s ReCreations, for giving us the perfect feature!

CHRIS SIEWING is owner and president of Nature’s Re-Creations, nationally recognized as a Master Certified Aquascape Contractor, Missouri’s first Water Garden Excellence Member, first-place winner of the North American Pond and Waterfall Building Competition and in the elite group of Aquascape Artists of the Year recipients. Nature’s Re-Creations is the area’s leading designer and installer of custom water features. For over 15 years, they have been committed to high quality design, workmanship and customer satisfaction. Nature’s Re-Creations stays on the cutting edge of technology and installation techniques to continually improve their projects and the environment. To discuss a water feature project, you can contact Chris Siewing at 636-223-2330 or check out their gallery at www.Re-createNature.com or their portfolio at Facebook.com/NaturesReCreations.

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