Richland Soil and Water Conservation District

09/01/2026

Learn about pollinators at this Ecolab event! See how research works to create pollinator habitat along Ohio’s utility right of ways, learn about native bees and butterflies, and talk to natural resource experts about the critical need for pollinator habitat.

Don’t miss this fun event on Wednesday (no need to register)! We will be serving pancakes with OSU maple syrup!

08/31/2026

Join us September 16th!

Richland SWCD will honor Donald Karger by planting a tree on Sept. 16 at Gorman Nature Center after years of volunteer service. See link below ⬇️

📸 Provided by Richland Soil and Water Conservation District

08/31/2026

The Ohio Woodland Stewards Program and Pheasants Forever bring you a field day focused on habitat management practices within farmed landscapes. Participants will leave this workshop with knowledge about how precision agriculture can reveal high-value conservation potential within farmland and see whole-field and field-border practices that enhance wildlife habitat. Register at https://woodlandstewards.osu.edu/events/conservation-acres-within-ag-landscapes

08/29/2026

What is organic matter, why do we want it in our soil, and how can we increase levels? Read Sam's latest newsletter article to find out! https://richlandswcd.net/news/strategies-for-building-up-organic-matter-in-soil/

08/29/2026

Join us on September 16 as we plant a serviceberry tree to thank Donald Karger, our 2026 Volunteer of the Year!

08/26/2026

Richland SWCD's summer newsletter is live! Follow the link for conservation articles, upcoming events, and word puzzles. https://richlandswcd.net/quarters/news-summer-2026/

08/25/2026

Congratulation to Pamela for winning a rain barrel by taking our Local Work Group survey! Thank you to everyone who participated. Your feedback helps us develop workshops and programs centered around the natural resource concerns identified by our community. Together, we can keep our county full of rich land!

08/22/2026

Congratulations to Kackie for scoring 5/5 on our conservation quiz at the Richland County Fair! We hope you enjoy your ladder toss set! Thanks to everyone who entered the contest. The other two winners will be announced in the coming days.

08/20/2026

The Ohio Woodland Stewards Program and Pheasants Forever bring you a field day focused on habitat management practices within farmed landscapes. Participants will leave this workshop with knowledge about how precision agriculture can reveal high-value conservation potential within farmland and see whole-field and field-border practices that enhance wildlife habitat.

Register at https://woodlandstewards.osu.edu/events/classes by September 11!

08/18/2026

Thank you to everyone who braved the storms to come see us at the Richland County Fair last week!⛈ We had a great time connecting with our community, sharing conservation resources, and talking all things soil, water, and agriculture. 🌱💧

Missed us at the fair? No worries! Our team is here Monday-Friday, 8am to 4pm, to help with your conservation efforts and natural resource concerns. Give us a call or stop by!