Tag: conservation
How to identify different types of conifers
Can you distinguish pine trees from spruce, fir, hemlock, yew and cypress trees? Each type of conifer has its own unique traits. Learn to identify them all.
Spinning food processing waste into ‘gold’
There is money to be made — and the potential to reduce greenhouse gas emissions — by finding a second life for food-processing waste products.
Gradual improvements for wildlife habitat
With much of our natural habitat in the state altered in one way or another, the ecosystem could use a helping hand, even in your backyard.
Start small to help conserve natural resources for future generations
Maybe a little forethought and self-reflection can improve our habits and help conserve the natural resources that future generations rely on to survive.
Ohio University to transfer Dysart Woods to Captina Conservancy
After 60 years of stewardship, Ohio University reached an agreement to transfer the Dysart Woods property in Belmont County to Captina Conservancy.
Ohio brownfield grants aid redevelopment
Gov. Mike DeWine and Lt. Gov. Jon Husted announced $88 million in state support for 123 brownfield remediation projects at sites throughout the state.
Higher demand for ramps threatens plant
Early spring enthusiasm for ramps — also known as wild leeks — may be causing lower crop yields and threatening communities of the forest herb.
Pennsylvania funding will protect Lake Erie Coastal Zone
The Pennsylvania DEP announced more than $280,077 will be used to benefit critical habitats and ecosystems along the Lake Erie Coastal Zone.
Scenic Rivers staff improve water quality sampling
A new ODNR program will focus on monitoring animals like insect larvae, crayfish and snails to collect data regarding the quality of their habitat.
Recycled Christmas trees can enhance fish habitat
Consider repurposing your tree to improve fish habitat. When Christmas trees are sunken into water bodies, they increase the complexity of the habitat.
