Friends of the Rouge
650 Church Street Suite 209, Plymouth, MI 48170
EIN: 38-2672879
734-927-4900

Copyright 2025 Friends of the Rouge.

Erica Zador is a landscape architect and the founder of Tumbleweed, a thriving naturalistic design company. She began her academic journey with an undergraduate degree in Sculpture, where she honed her skills in form, texture, and spatial dynamics. Driven by a passion for integrating art with nature, Erica pursued a Master’s degree in Landscape Architecture, with an emphasis on participatory design which laid the foundation for her innovative approach to landscape design.

Erica’s company specializes in creating naturalistic landscapes that seamlessly blend beauty with ecological sustainability. Her projects are renowned for their harmonious integration of natural elements, reflecting her deep commitment to preserving and enhancing the environment.

Outside of her professional achievements, Erica enjoys a vibrant family life with her wife and two children. She enjoys hiking, biking, cooking and soccer-moming. Erica’s dedication to both her family and her craft exemplifies her balanced approach to life, where creativity, nature, and love intertwine.

Build a Better Future

You deserve a clean and healthy Rouge River for your loved ones to safely enjoy today and to leave to future generations. Show your commitment to restoring the Rouge River watershed ecosystem by becoming a member and friend today.

Volunteer

Volunteers (like you!) are the people who make it possible to restore and protect your Rouge River right here in southeast Michigan

Donate or Become a Member

Restore and protect the Rouge River ecosystem by becoming a member and friend today.

On Your Own

What you do in your yard can make a big difference to the health of the river and our whole ecosystem.