Winter is the most valuable time of year for conservation
Winter is not the off-season for conservation. Learn how cover crops, soil microbes, stockpile grazing and off-season planning boost success for spring.
That old, abandoned road on your property may not be abandoned
To prevent headaches or disputes, if you've got an abandoned road on your property, find out if the road was ever vacated and is no longer an official road.
Raising a hellbender is rough, but rewarding
The hellbender is the largest native salamander found in North America and is found within the unglaciated ragged hills of Appalachia and the Ozarks.
Timber contracts: Remember to get the terms in writing
Timber sale contracts back in my grandfather and great grandfathers days consisted of a good ole firm hand shake and working together with the...
Where does Ohio’s wildlife go in the winter?
Jim Smith, district technician for the Medina Soil and Water Conservation District, explains the behavior of Ohio's wildlife during the winter months.
What do all those colored flags mean?
Have you ever wondered what the various short colored flags along a road right of way mean or across a yard or even a field?
Benefits of composting manure
If you haven't considered composting manure in the past this process may be easier than you think and could benefit your farm in more ways than one.
How to hunt for frogs in Ohio
Frog season in Ohio is open from 6 p.m. June 11 to April 30, 2022. Learn more about hunting techniques and regulations.
Understanding stormwater runoff
Runoff water can pick up and carry many substances that pollute water. Some — like pesticides, fertilizers, oil and soap — are harmful in any quantity.
How white-tailed deer overcame extinction
Once nearly wiped out in Ohio, white-tailed deer have rebounded to around 800,000 today, modeling a conservation victory and creating hunting opportunities.



















