Lucas SWCD

The Soil and Water Conservation District works with landowners and government agencies to promote wise use of Lucas County's shared natural resources.

[Lucas SWCD @LucasSWCD]

Conservation Stewardship Program Funds Remain Available to Ohio Landowners, Producers https://t.co/cVRCmtSWtt

[Genzman Science @GenzSciMath]

Thank you @LucasSWCD for the great activity and discussion on erosion and destructive forces
@ohschools

[H2Ohio @H2Ohio]

Let’s go H2Ohio!

Director Baldridge spent Wednesday in Lucas County working with @LucasSWCD to promote, engage and educate producers about H2Ohio, @DewineGovernor's water quality initiative.

Thanks to LCSWD staff for the work they do!

[Maumee AOC @MaumeeAOC]

Congrats & well deserved Cherie! And we can’t wait to see the stream restoration project by @LucasSWCD get underway next year!

[H2Ohio @H2Ohio]

In the news! In case you missed it, @ohioagriculture Director Baldridge spent a full day with @LucasSWCD talking with farmers about H2Ohio. Enrollment is open in 14 northwest Ohio counties.

Read the full story here:
https://t.co/koJTNp79xR

[H2Ohio @H2Ohio]

Through H2Ohio, @ohioagriculture is dedicated to keeping our beautiful Lake Erie healthy and clean!

Learn about how ODA is making sure farmers are managing their manure and fertilizer to make sure they are only using what’s needed for their crops.
https://t.co/9B301tt9oi

[Greater Toledo Lake Erie CCCW @LakeEriec3w]

Take our pledge if you will pick up pet poo! https://t.co/HLDdIUDBah

[Natural Resources Conservation Service @USDA_NRCS]

Milkweed is a meal fit for a monarch. By planting milkweed on the edge of their fields, farmers help reverse the decline of monarchs. https://t.co/BF5CI90J9B #MonarchMonday

[Washington Local Schools @WLS4Kids]

🐝Hiawatha students got to hear what all the BUZZ is about pollinators this week in STEM, after a visit from the @LucasSWCD! Mr. Troyer taught students about the important role pollinators play in the environment and the students were ABUZZ with excitement!

[Lucas SWCD @LucasSWCD]

Be on the look out Lucas County and report any sightings of SLF to Ohio Dept. of Agriculture at: https://t.co/6Gk3KjxJvA.

[WayneSWCD @WayneSWCD]

If you spot the SLF - please report it to ODA

Spotted lanternfly continues its spread in Ohio via @ocj_ohioagnet https://t.co/F14kCUzffn

[Lucas SWCD @LucasSWCD]

If you are interested in learning about @H2Ohio or have questions, consider attending our Informational Meeting next Tuesday morning at Wildwood Metropark in Toledo. More info ➡️ https://t.co/UegTtdGBsQ.

[Natural Resources Conservation Service @USDA_NRCS]

Cover crops are some of your most versatile, valuable players. They protect your field from the elements and help you tackle weeds and pests, all while feeding and nourishing your soil. https://t.co/KDzPnq2Z7s #FieldGoals

[City of Toledo @city_of_toledo]

This weekends recycling event will be at Epworth United Methodist Church from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. We accept electronic waste, up to 10 tires, document recycling, cardboard, phone books, newspapers, bulky items and refuse including large appliances. Learn more at https://t.co/SAIgcY1DuB

[PCS @PCSMaumee]

Native plant root systems are incredible 😍 Grasses with robust roots like these are native to NW Ohio's wet prairies & oak savannas. Just like @CCCW says, they're great at filtering stormwater pollutants from fertilizer, pet poo, sediment, & more. Thanks for the visualization!

[Maumee AOC @MaumeeAOC]

There’s more than meets the eye to our AOC. 1,938 river miles wind around the urban and rural parts of our region. Interspersed around this waterway network are 80+ management action projects dedicated to improving and eventually removing our beneficial use impairments.

[Metroparks Toledo @MyMetroparks]

Learn about a major habitat restoration plan for Audubon Islands in the Maumee River, which are owned by Metroparks. The project will improve habitat for fish and small organisms by stabilizing island banks and preventing further erosion. Details: https://t.co/OCYXJSsIBA

[Oregon Clay Ag/FFA @OregonClayFFA]

Our students spent the day helping @LucasSWCD pack 7000+ tree seedlings for their spring sale! 🌱🌿🪴

[Dept. of Agriculture @USDA]

Let the bees, be! Bees, bats, birds, butterflies, and more are friendly animal pollinators for your garden. Pollinators make use of food and habitat anywhere it is found, whether in a schoolyard garden or a windowsill planter. Learn more: https://t.co/MStvBVxMiN #PeoplesGarden

[Dept. of Agriculture @USDA]

This #NationalGardenWeek, why not start growing your own food? You can plant a home garden in your yard or in a small space like a windowsill or balcony. Get more gardening tips: https://t.co/k2GTr3gR5v #PeoplesGarden

[Luke Ressler @ResslerLuke]

Starting to get some nice soil structure. Rye really has helped transition to notill. #rye #covercrop #soilhealth #worms #notill