Saturday, January 24, 2026
The Dirt on Conservation

The Dirt on Conservation

Woodpeckers drill, peck, and drum to establish territory and attract mates, extract insects, and create nesting cavities.

"Over 2300 acres of conservation on the ground in two days -- this is definitely a worthwhile project!" That was the comment we heard...
fishing rod

Remember to live your life to the fullest, and appreciate each day.
wildflowers

We all need to compromise for the good of nature, animals, wildlife, pollinators, and even ourselves. Protecting our natural resources will benefit us all.
Buffer strip

Learn more about the benefits and structure of a relatively new practice for agricultural stormwater management, the cascading grassed waterway.

They are out there. Inconspicuous and undetected, many buried underneath a hardened blanket of snow and ice, they are scattered throughout our Ohio woodlands....
children playing in a stream

Parents, get outside so that the next generation gets to have that fun and sense of wonder about nature, wildlife, trees, streams and wildflowers.
Cover crops

New strategies like interseeding can relieve the time crunch farmers feel during harvest and help them make sure a cover crop is in the ground in the fall.
Monarch on milkweed

Rain gardens on farms offer many benefits — they can reduce stress on field tile, lessen runoff, increase pollinator activity and add beauty to your yard.
Stormwater Basin

Learn how to determine if the pond on your property is a stormwater basin, and get tips for maintaining it whether it's wet or dry during the summer.