Foundation

Mud and stones piled onto the riverbed create a solid base for the dam and lodge.

Lodge

Dome-like homes constructed from small branches and mud help protect the beavers from the elements.

Entrance

The lodge can only be accessed via an underwater tunnel, stopping predators from getting in.

Pond

The dam creates a deep, calm pond for the beavers to live in.

Dam

Branches are bound together with mud to form a waterproof dam.