Tag: conservation
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.
Incentives offered to those who join Conservation Reserve Enhancement Program
The Ohio Department of Agriculture and Ohio Department of Natural Resources are offering incentives to join the Conservation Reserve Enhancement Program.
10 ways you can help save the bees
Bees are as valuable as the food they help pollinate, and the livestock they help feed. Learn how you can help save our pollinators.
How to grow your own Christmas tree
Learn how to grow your own native Christmas tree to plant at the end of the season to benefit wildlife and improve the ecosystem in your backyard.
Reintroduction of trumpeter swans an Ohio success story
Ohio started a reintroduction program for trumpeter swans in 1996. As of last year, there were 111 breeding pairs and 206 offspring in the state.
Even the mightiest waters need replenished
Julie Geiss considers the falling water levels in Lake Powell and Lake Mead and is reminded that fresh water is not something we should take for granted.
Scientists discover endangered mussel species in Ohio
The Ohio Department of Natural Resources has discovered two federally endangered mussel species in the Olentangy State Scenic River.
