h2Ofwlkllr,
I knew I could count on you, although YOUR ultimate goal with critters would likely be different than mine. ;\)
The area in the timber will run from 0 to 2 feet. Then the open water will take over at 2' to 5 ' on a fairly gradual slope over about another 150' into the open water zone. I realize that the 5' is probably a bit beyond correct classification as wetland, but that's how it turned out. I expect I will have decent natural growth in the first 3 - 4 feet of water depth...? Should I sow anything in the soil before the water arrives (which may be many months)?
Wood,
Yes, I am interested in the bat thing, but I am concerned if it will interfere with the other natural habitat stuff I want to see develop.