Soil and Water Stewardship Week: A time to stop and think
Each day of your life, you pick up a fork or spoon and eat. Most all of us eat at least three times a...
There are many ways we can work toward a better land ethic
Take the time to think about how we might be able to change to manage our impacts on the land.
High school students to compete in Ohio Envirothon
The Envirothon competition is designed to stimulate, reinforce and enhance interest in the environment and natural resources.
How to make your lawn environmentally friendly
Implement a more environmentally conscientious lawn care regimen and become a better steward of your land. Use these simple tips to get started.
Livestock should work for the farm
Rotational grazing of livestock is one of the most economical and environmentally friendly practices someone can implement on their land.
Fall projects are for the birds and your land
Pete Conkle talks about his fall do-list on his farm and encourages others to take part.
Community garden becomes a reality
WOODSFIELD, Ohio -- Through the diligence of several hard-working individuals in a very short period of time, the Monroe County Community garden has become...
Some insight on the out-of-sight and out-of-mind: septic systems
By Lori Morey
Most of us only think about our septic systems when they are making themselves known to us in some disturbing way, such...
Groundhog Day is chance to break cycle
As the Super Bowl Groundhog Day approaches ... think about the Bill Murray movie. ... Are you stuck in a negative loop? Could you improve and make things right?
Harrison SWCD hits 70 years in conservation education, service
The SWCD's mission statement is “to promote stewardship by providing education and technical assistance to cooperators for the conservation of our natural resources.”


















