There is now a brand new conservation program that will provide financial incentives for private landowners who would like to improve the wildlife habitat on their property, focusing on supporting habitat for grassland birds, pollinators, and other native wildlife. ...
Even if summer hasn’t officially arrived yet, most of us have already been getting outdoors quite a bit lately, a much welcomed time to enjoy the warm, sunny days. That said, there is yet another not-so-pleasant aspect of our natural world that’s already made its...
Did you know that Ohio was the first state in the country to have a month recognizing the importance of native plants? In 2019, April was designated as Native Plant Month in Ohio and launched a campaign to increase public awareness of Ohio’s native plants and the many...
Ohio’s spring wild turkey hunting season is only a month away, giving you plenty of time to prepare. The single most important thing to know is this: all first-time hunting license buyers, except those purchasing an apprentice license, are required to complete a...
With another deer hunting season now behind us, there is one issue that does still remain a growing concern amongst Ohio hunters and wildlife managers alike, namely Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD). This neurological disease affects members of the cervid family,...
Part of the mission of any soil and water conservation district (SWCD) is to make sure folks are very much aware of the importance of being the best possible stewards of our natural resources. This year’s theme during Stewardship Week will be “Home is Where the...
