Tag: conservation
Skipping yard cleanup can help bee populations
Wayne Soil and Water Conservation District education specialist Kelly Riley explains the benefits of putting off spring cleanup for backyard pollinators.
Hindman family receives award for on-farm conservation efforts
The Crawford County Conservation District held its annual meeting Feb. 20, awarding community partners for their outstanding conservation efforts in 2025.
Ohio Department of Ag expands box tree moth quarantine zone
The Ohio Department of Agriculture expanded the box tree moth quarantine zone to Miami, Montgomery, Greene, Butler, Clermont, Hamilton and Warren counties.
Checking all the boxes
Jim Abrams offers insight on one of his favorite jobs as a game protector for the Division of Wildlife: placing and maintaining wood duck nesting boxes.
Algal blooms are a growing problem in Lake Erie
Fulton County Soil and Water Conservation District intern Cole Plassman provides insight into the issue of harmful algal blooms in Lake Erie.
Keep roads safe and water clean this winter
Summit SWCD outreach coordinator Sandy Barbic offers tips to solve the over-salting problem problem on our sidewalks and driveways during winter.
New year, new life for your tree after the holidays
Killbuck Creek Watershed Coordinator Karen Gotter offers insight into recycling a cut Christmas tree after Christmas.
Voters may get to decide on a $1 billion water quality...
The end of 2024 put Ohio at a crossroads of water policy and agricultural initiatives aimed at improving Lake Erie.
Remember sensible winter salting
While road salt is an important tool, it can become an issue for our waterways, wildlife and infrastructure when used irresponsibly.
Woodpeckers: Amazingly adapted to ‘WOOD’land life
Tami Gingrich explains the characteristics that make woodpeckers perfectly suited to their lifestyle and the benfits of having them around.
