Following on from the 2025 campaign, the objective of this 2026 campaign was to create 3 ponds. In the end, 4 natural ponds were created in the village of La Gleize. These wetlands provide essential habitats for amphibians, insects, and birds, while improving water management and ecological connectivity.
New ponds in Stoumont (La Gleize)!
For those who wish to discover the origins of the project, we invite you to read the story of our partnership with the Sources Nature Park here!
In 2025, we supported the creation/rehabilitation of 4 natural ponds.
Objective for 2026 exceeded!
As explained, we had planned to create 3 ponds.
The plots we are targeting are located in agricultural pastures or forested areas.
Thanks to corporate support and PlantC’s ability to mobilize local contractors, we were able to support a network of 4 ponds of +- 100 m² each in the Stoumont municipality.
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Second campaign to support the pond network in Stoumont!Get inspired
Ponds to strengthen biodiversity
It is primarily about digging natural ponds, without exogenous sealing complexes, by establishing them in naturally wet and hydromorphic areas. Simple earthworks and the compaction of in-situ clay allow for the creation of ponds or hillside reservoirs.
These developments naturally have a real landscape added value, but the “nature” vocation must take precedence. Indeed, there is no question of introducing fish or horticultural or non-native plant species, as these elements strongly compete with the fauna and flora of natural environments.
Ponds play an essential role! These wetlands provide essential habitats for amphibians, insects, and birds, while improving water management and ecological connectivity.
Digging of 2 Gaëlle Leroy’s ponds in Stoumont La Gleize
The ponds were dug on April 29, 2026.
Digging of 2 Hans Schof’s ponds in Stoumont La Gleize
The ponds were dug on May 10, 2026.
Pond
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Planting / installation period2026
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Number of ponds4
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Area400 m²
