Holden Forests and Gardens’ David G. Leach Research Station is a hidden gem just south of Lake Erie in Madison, Ohio. Founded by the late David Leach in 1970, the station has focused on the development of new rhododendrons and other landscape plants for cold places. Recently, the station has also started a rhododendron conservation […]
Health equity and environmental equity are inextricably linked. More trees and more public greenspaces in urban landscapes – especially those landscapes in parts of Cleveland that have been traditionally marginalized and even discriminated against – can change entire neighborhoods for the better. Join us for the ROC in CLE Breakfast on May 19 at Western […]
Join us for a morning of songbirds and daisies on Kelleys Island. We’ll hop on the 9:00 am ferry from Marblehead, arriving on Kelleys at 9:30 am. First stop is a visit with Master Bird Bander Tom Bartlett at this long-term migratory bird banding station. We’ll walk the mist net route with Tom and hopefully […]
Tree Stewards past and present are invited to join us for our Annual Tree Steward Graduation and Appreciation event. We are beyond excited to recognize the graduation of our 2023 class of Sherwick Tree Stewards as well as honor our committed and passionate tree steward alumni and planting leaders. We will celebrate our collective effort […]
Join staff from the Geauga Park District and Western Reserve Land Conservancy for a strenuous, off-trail hike of a preserved property. We’ll discover wildlife and explore habitat while learning the importance of protecting lands to ensure biodiversity. This hike will take us over rugged terrain includes hills, ravines, obstacles like logs, stream crossings and other […]
Join us virtually for the presentation Tiger Beetles: The Voracious Speed Demons of the Insect World with Judy Semroc. This program discusses our beautiful, but not well-known Tiger Beetle species. Join us to learn about their natural history, habitat requirements, importance and how their populations are declining. Judy will address what we all can do […]
Join the Ohio Mushroom Society for a mini-foray at the Wendtwood Preserve in Lorain County. We will hike through the floodplain forest along the West Branch of the Rocky River in search of fungi. The preserve contains a rich forest, high quality wetlands and several headwater streams, providing excellent habitat for a diverse assemblage of […]
What is a Planting Leader? Planting leaders are a valuable asset at a tree planting. They are trained in proper tree care as well as volunteer engagement and education. As a Planting Leader, you will lead a small group of volunteers at our tree plantings. Responsibilities include teaching tree planting and care basics, providing friendly […]
Join us at Messenger Century Farm for an evening devoted to blueberries! The Belew family, Bill & Dee and Billy & Amy, will welcome attendees to their farm for tours and blueberry picking. Come learn what it takes to grow acres of blueberries. Messenger Century Farm is a beautiful working farm that is under permanent […]
Western Reserve Land Conservancy invites you to join us for a reception to celebrate the art of Susan Check! Join Artist Susan Check and learn about her artistic journey along the Cuyahoga River. An Ohio native who now lives in Virginia Beach, Susan has been expressing the beauty of the region and will be showing her […]
Spend the morning exploring the diversity of dragonflies and damselflies with Naturalist Judy Semroc. Plan to explore the ponds and other wetland features at BeechCliff Nature Preserve, which offers a mix of habitats that present an excellent opportunity for dragonfly and damselfly watching. Hopefully we’ll be lucky to net a few so participants can see […]
Join us virtually for a presentation with Dr. Derek Hennen on Ohio’s Millipedes! Millipedes are all around us: under leaves, in logs, and sometimes in our homes. They were among the first animals to live on land, and play a critical role in forest nutrient cycling. Ohio is home to over 50 millipede species, with […]
