Richland Soil & Water

Board Supervisor Meeting Cancelled
2024-09-18 09:00 (America/New_York) | Longview Center, 1495 W. Longview Avenue, Mansfield, OH, 44906, United States
The September 18 Board Supervisor meeting is cancelled. The next Board Supervisor meeting is October 16 at 9:00 a.m. Board Supervisor meetings are open to the public and held in the Richland SWCD Conference Room 258. Please contact Matt Christian, Director, before the meeting if you wish to attend.

Annual Celebration - Reservations Extended
2024-09-26 11:30 - 13:00 | Ohio Area Agency on Aging District 5, 2131 Park Avenue West, MANSFIELD, Ohio, 44906
Join us for the Annual Celebration on Thursday, September 26. The Celebration will be held at the Ohio Area Agency on Aging District 5, located at 2131 Park Avenue West, Mansfield.

Lunch starts at 11:30 a.m.

Program is at noon with district updates and Cooperator and Volunteer of the Year recipients announced.

Board Supervisor Voting is from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

The Celebration is open to the public. The cost is $20 per person and reservations are requested by September 23 at noon. Reserve your ticket below. A convenience fee will be added to your purchase at checkout.

We’re looking forward to celebrating with you!

Board Supervisor election information is below.

Board Supervisor Election Information

The Ohio Soil and Water Conservation Commission will cause an election of Supervisors of the Richland Soil and Water Conservation District (SWCD) to be held in accordance with Chapter 940 of the Ohio Revised Code. Individuals who own or occupy land within the Richland Soil and Water Conservation District and are 18 years of age or older may vote for Supervisor.

There are three ways an eligible voter can cast a ballot:

1. At the Richland SWCD office, 1495 W. Longview Avenue, Suite 205 B, Mansfield, from 8/28/2024 until 9/25/2024 during normal business hours; or

2. At the Richland SWCD Annual Celebration, which will take place at the Ohio Area Agency on Aging, District 5 located at 2131 Park Avenue West, Ontario on 9/26/2024 from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.; or

3. Voting absentee from 8/28/2024 until 9/19/2024, by requesting the ballot application and election ballot from the Richland SWCD office at the following address 1495 W. Longview Avenue, Suite 205 B, Mansfield, by calling 419-747-8686, or email election@richlandswcd.net. Absentee ballots must be received by the SWCD office by 9/25/2024 at 4:00 p.m.

Supervisors will be elected to a three‐year term commencing January 1, 2025, and ending December 31, 2027. The Board of Supervisors create an annual and long-term plan of operation that protects the District’s mission and vision and are interested, conservation-minded, local leaders who promote conservation of the county’s natural resources through education, planning and technical assistance which are key to the success of the District. Supervisors are elected to a three-year term as a public official and serve without pay. Supervisors advocate for the District, attend and participate in monthly board meetings, assist with District programs and services and attend area and state meetings.

Candidates are Jean McClintock and Pamela McKown

Learn More About the Candidates

Conservation Creation Arts & Crafts Workshop: Buckeye Beauties
2024-10-08 18:00 - 20:00 | Gorman Nature Center, 2295 Lexington Ave., Mansfield, OH, 44907, United States
Participants will make an ornament from Buckeye tree nuts to display from fall through winter. All workshop materials are provided. A convenience fee will be added at checkout. Please register by October 1.

When you register for this workshop you are agreeing to receive information from Richland Soil and Water Conservation District (Richland SWCD) like the quarterly e-newsletter. Richland SWCD reserves the right to take photos during the Conservation Creation Arts & Crafts workshop for promotional purposes. Photography becomes the property of Richland SWCD.

County-wide Milkweed Seed Pod Collection
2024-10-16 08:00 - 16:00 | The Longview Center, 1495 W LONGVIEW AVE SUITE 205, MANSFIELD, Ohio, 44906
Thank you for joining the county-wide Milkweed Seed Pod Collection. Drop your Common Milkweed Seed Pods off at the Richland SWCD office, 1495 W. Longview Avenue, Suite 205B, Mansfield in the green and yellow bin located outside the office door.

Here are a few guidelines for this year’s collection:

We are collecting only Common Milkweed Seed pods because of the instability of other species. If you are unsure of the species, do not put them in the bin.

Do not drop off pods that are damp because it can cause mold and damage all the pods collected.

The amount of Common Milkweed Seed pods collected will be capped at 30 gallons due to the time required to remove the seeds from the pods.

If the 30 gallon amount is reached, the bin will be removed and we will no longer be able to accept anymore pods.

Inside the bin, will be a large paper bag. Do not keep your pods in the bag you used to bring them to the drop off location. Instead, please add all common milkweed seed pods collectively in the large paper bag.

Please do not rubber band pods together. They can damage the equipment used to remove the seeds from the pods and we will be held liable.

Thank you for helping with this year’s milkweed seed pod collection and helping the monarch butterfly!

More information about the collection may be found here: Programs | Richland Soil & Water (richlandswcd.net)

Board Supervisor Meeting
2024-10-23 09:00, 2024-11-20 09:00, 2024-12-18 09:00, 2025-01-15 09:00 | Longview Center, 1495 W. Longview Avenue, Mansfield, OH, 44906, United States
Board Supervisor meetings are open to the public and held in the Richland SWCD Conference Room 258. Please contact Matt Christian, Director, before the meeting if you wish to attend.

Early Giving Underway
2024-11-18 00:00 - 2024-12-02 23:59 | Longview Center, 1495 W. Longview Avenue, Mansfield, OH, 44906, United States
Richland Gives is the local online giving event designed to encourage everyone to contribute to local nonprofits they care about through a single giving platform/website hosted by the Richland County Foundation. The Foundation hosts Richland Gives to build capacity, grow philanthropy, and make the community stronger.

Due to the generosity of past donors through Richland Gives, Richland SWCD has funded grants to urban and rural residents for soil tests, rain barrels, native seeds for rain gardens and native plants.

Donors like you help us continue to provide a resource for landowners interested in conserving and preserving soil and water health for our current and future generations. We provide advice, recommendations and education on a wide range of conservation programs and are responsible for soil and water integrity in the County. Staff educates and works with landowners, farmers, government agencies and partners on a wide range of natural resource and agricultural conservation management programs.

Last year, we raised $1,195 to support soil and water conservation! Thank you for your generosity!

We are asking you to continue your generosity again this year. You can donate by clicking on this link.

Office Closed in Observance of Thanksgiving
2024-11-28 00:00 - 2024-11-29 23:59
Have a wonderful Thanksgiving!
In case of an emergency, please call 419.961.4469.

Day of Giving is Today!
2024-12-03 07:00 - 19:00 | Longview Center, 1495 W. Longview Avenue, Mansfield, OH, 44906, United States
Richland Gives is the local online giving event designed to encourage everyone to contribute to local nonprofits they care about through a single giving platform/website hosted by the Richland County Foundation. The Foundation hosts Richland Gives to build capacity, grow philanthropy, and make the community stronger.

Due to the generosity of past donors through Richland Gives, Richland SWCD has funded grants to urban and rural residents for soil tests, rain barrels, native seeds for rain gardens and native plants.

Donors like you help us continue to provide a resource for landowners interested in conserving and preserving soil and water health for our current and future generations. We provide advice, recommendations and education on a wide range of conservation programs and are responsible for soil and water integrity in the County. Staff educates and works with landowners, farmers, government agencies and partners on a wide range of natural resource and agricultural conservation management programs.

Last year, we raised $1,195 to support soil and water conservation! Thank you for your generosity!

We are asking you to continue your generosity again this year. Please click this link to learn more and donate.

Office Closed for Staff Professional Development
2024-12-05 00:00 - 23:59, 2025-01-22 00:00 - 23:59

Office Closed Early Christmas Eve
2024-12-24 10:00 - 16:00

Office Closed in Observance of Christmas
2024-12-25 00:00 - 23:59
Office closed in observance of Christmas.

Office Closing at Noon New Year's Eve
2024-12-31 12:00 - 16:00

Office Closed in Observance of New Year's Day
2025-01-01 00:00 - 23:59

Conservation Creation Arts & Crafts Workshop: Snowman Paint Party
2025-01-14 18:00 - 20:00 | The Longview Center, 1495 W LONGVIEW AVE SUITE 205, MANSFIELD, Ohio, 44906
Join Richland Soil and Water Conservation District for our first Conservation Creation Arts & Crafts Workshop for 2025. Becky Williams will join us to show you how to paint a cute snowman on canvas.

Workshop supplies are provided. Registration requested by January 7.

When you register for this workshop you are agreeing to receive information from Richland Soil and Water Conservation District (Richland SWCD) like the quarterly e-newsletter. Richland SWCD reserves the right to take photos during the Conservation Creation Arts & Crafts workshop for marketing and promotional purposes. Photography becomes the property of Richland SWCD.

Office Closed in Observance of Martin Luther King Day
2025-01-20 00:00 - 23:59

Stormwater Permit Office Open
2025-01-21 08:00 - 12:00, 2025-01-24 08:00 - 12:00

Stormwater Permit Office Closed for Staff Professional Development
2025-01-23 08:00 - 12:00

Office Closed in Observance of President's Day
2025-02-17 00:00 - 23:59

Get the Dirt on Soil
2025-02-19 16:00 - 18:00 | The Longview Center, 1495 W Longview Avenue, Mansfield, Ohio, 44906, United States
Get out of the cold and join us at this free Open House focused on soil! Learn about soil health through fun and hands-on learning activities for all ages.

Plus, pick up a free United States Department of Agriculture – Natural Resources Conservation Service (USDA-NRCS) 2025 Soils Calendar. (While supplies last)

Make dirt pudding and discover the layers of soilPlay Soil CornholeEngage in a Soil Erosion Experiment

Learn aboutWhat soil is in your backyardSoil testingThe Soil Your Undies Challenge

Photos will be taken during the event and may be used for promotional purposes.

Thanks to Pheasants Forever and USDA-NRCS for partnering with us.

Pond Clinic
2025-02-25 17:30 - 19:30 | The Longview Center, 1495 W Longview Avenue, Mansfield, Ohio, 44906, United States
Steve Fender of Fender’s Fish Hatchery will answer pond questions from new and established pond owners. Pond information will be provided.

Free* Open to Public * Light Refreshments

Order fish for your pond from Richland SWCD for April 25 pick-up at the Richland County Fairgrounds at 10:00 am

Click here for more pond information.

When you register for this Clinic you agree to receive information from Richland Soil and Water Conservation District (Richland SWCD) like the quarterly e-newsletter. Richland SWCD reserves the right to take photos during the Clinic for marketing and promotional purposes. Photography becomes the property of Richland SWCD.

Board Supervisor Meeting
2025-02-26 09:00 - 10:00, 2025-03-26 09:00 - 10:00

Retailer Round Up
2025-03-06 11:00 - 13:30 | Richmart Farm, 1125 Ohio 511, Ashland, Ohio
Join us and Ashland SWCD to have your questions answered about H2Ohio and how you can help your customers as they implement their plans. The Ohio Department of Agriculture (ODA) will cover opportunities for retailers to input customer data into the MyFarms platform. Aaron Heilers from the Ohio Ag Business Association will cover the perks available to retailers for participating the 4R nutrient stewardship program and what it can look like for you. Lunch is included.

Farmland Preservation Applications Due
2025-03-24 09:00 - 16:00 | The Longview Center, 1495 W Longview Avenue, Mansfield, Ohio, 44906, United States
Protect your farm through an easement in the Farmland Preservation Program also known as The Clean Ohio Local Agricultural Easement Purchase Program (LAEPP). The program is administered by the Ohio Department of Agriculture (ODA) Office of Farmland Preservation in conjunction with Richland Soil & Water Conservation District, who acts as the local sponsor for the program. Farms are protected by a perpetual easement from future residential or commercial development and will remain a farm for generations to come.

The 2025 Farmland Preservation Program for Richland County is open, and accepting applications thru March 24, 2025. For additional information, visit our webpage, visit the ODA webpage on Farmland Preservation or contact Matt Wallace at 419-747-8687 for details.

Area 2 Envirothon
2025-03-26 09:00 | Cooke Family Wildlife Conservation Park, llc, 4774 OH-13, Shiloh, Ohio, 44878, United States
We are proud to host the Area 2 Envirothon this year. The ENVIROTHON is a high school competition held annually designed to stimulate, reinforce and enhance interest the environment and natural resources. Students are tested on their knowledge of soils, forestry, wildlife, aquatic ecology and current environmental issues. In addition, the Envirothon encourages cooperative decision-making and team building. While each student on a team is challenged individually to contribute his or her personal best, the score that counts at the end of the competition is the team score. A team consists of five students, all from the same high school. An adult advisor (or advisors) must accompany the team but is not permitted to assist the team during the competition. Team and sponsor information is available here.
