Richland Soil & Water

Precipitation Monitor Volunteer Training
2024-02-27 14:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | The Longview Center, 1495 W Longview Avenue, Mansfield, Ohio, 44906, United States
Join the Richland Soil and Water Conservation District’s award-winning volunteer team by becoming a Precipitation Monitor. Volunteers record rain and the liquid equivalent of snow on the Richland Soil and Water Conservation District website. Equipment provided. Volunteers must have access to the internet. Register, if possible.

When you register for volunteer training and orientation 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 for promotional purposes. Photography becomes the property of Richland SWCD.

Children's Story Time
2024-02-15 10:30 - 11:30 | Lucas Branch of the MRCPL, 34 W. Main Street, Lucas, Ohio, 44843
For Valentine Week, join Richland Soil and Water Conservation District at the Lucas Branch of the Richland County Public Library to read The Giving Tree by Shel Silverstein and learn why trees are important to us through this heart-warming story. We will also make a tree-themed Valentine’s Card.

Children's Story Time
2024-02-14 10:30 - 11:30
Join us Valentine’s Day at the Bellville Branch of the Richland County Public Library to read The Giving Tree by Shel Silverstein and learn why trees are important to us through this heart-warming story. We will also make a tree-themed Valentine’s Card.

Board Supervisor Meeting
2024-02-14 08:00, 2023-12-20 09:00, 2023-11-15 09:00, 2023-10-18 09:00, 2023-09-27 09:00, 2023-08-30 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 Erica Thomas, Director, before the meeting if you wish to attend.

Children's Story Time
2024-02-13 10:30 - 11:30 | Madison Branch of MRCPL, 1395 Grace St., Mansfield, Ohio, 44905
Just in time for Valentine’s Day, join Richland Soil and Water Conservation District at the Madison Branch of the Richland County Public Library to read The Giving Tree by Shel Silverstein and learn why trees are important to us through this heart-warming story. We will also make a tree-themed Valentine’s Card.

Richland County Zoning/Township Officials Meeting
2024-02-01 17:30 - 19:30
Richland County Zoning and Township officials are invited to join Richland Soil and Water Conservation District to get an overview of the stormwater permitting process in the unincorporated areas of Richland County, Village of Lexington, and MS4 Townships. This meeting is for zoning and township officials and not open to the public. Registration is requested by January 26 by emailing MS4@richlandswcd.net. Watch the calendar for a future event for developers, general contractors, and the public.

Invasive Species on Land and Water to Know and How to Control
2024-01-25 17:30 - 19:30 | The Longview Center, 1495 W Longview Avenue, Mansfield, Ohio, 44906, United States
Beat the cold of winter with thoughts of spring warmth and learning about invasive plants! Join Richland Soil and Water Conservation District and our guest speakers for this workshop on invasive species that are found in bodies of water and on land. Snacks will be provided.

Learn about aquatic invasive plants in backyard ponds and natural areas in Ohio from Mark Warman. Several water weed species are on the move and threaten our recreation, ecosystem, and economic interests. Identification, notes from the field, and response strategies are discussed. Notable and rare aquatic plant discoveries in Ohio from the past 5 years will conclude his presentation.

What is a weed and what makes a weed an INVASIVE weed? Janell Baran will teach you how to identify and understand several of Ohio’s most common plant invasives and then explore alternative — and sometimes unexpected — ways to combat them without the use of herbicides.

About the speakers:

Mark’s job with the Cleveland Metroparks involves working on an aquatic invasive plant Early Detection and Rapid Response project in Ohio’s Lake Erie Basin. His responsibilities are to survey macrophytes, assist with management strategies, and coordinate partners to protect Ohio’s water resources. Funding comes from the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) and the United States Fish and Wildlife Service via the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative Program.

Janell Baran is the owner and operator of Blue Owl Garden Emporium herb farm and Blue Owl Hollow forest farm. After spending 20 years in the computer industry, a series of events inspired her to leave that life and become a farmer full-time in 2006. She now lives a busy, dirty, physically exhausting, but very satisfying life on an old mid-1800s farmstead nestled in the hills and hollows of central Ohio.

When you register for Invasive Species on Land and Water to Know and How to Control 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 Invasive Species on Land and Water to Know and How to Control for promotional purposes. Photography becomes the property of Richland SWCD.

Office Closed for Staff Development
2024-01-24 12:00, 2024-01-23 12:00

Continental Divide Selfie Contest
2024-01-17 00:00 - 2024-04-03 23:59 | The Longview Center, 1495 W Longview Avenue, Mansfield, Ohio, 44906, United States
While driving around Richland County, have you noticed new green and white signs that state “Continental Divide” and has our logo at the top? The signs are part of an initiative to create more awareness of the Continental Divide and watersheds in Richland County. In the spirit of continuing to foster partnerships, the Muskingum Watershed Conservancy District (MWCD) gave us a grant to have road signs printed showing when you enter and leave the Lake Erie and Ohio River Watersheds. Richland County Engineer Adam Gove and his staff placed the signs at designated spots along the Divide line.

To have some fun with the signs and increase awareness about the Divide and Richland County watersheds, we created a contest. All you need to do is take a selfie with your smartphone at a sign, post it to social media noting the sign location and #richlandcontinentaldivide. Don’t have a smart phone? No problem! Reach us at Contact@richlandswcd.net.

What’s a contest without a prize?! If you follow the guidelines above, you’ll receive a free pair of eclipse glasses so you are prepared for the Total Solar Eclipse slated for April 8. One entry per person. Glasses are available while supplies last and may be picked up at our office.

Visit Drive the Continental Divide web page for hints to help with the contest and to learn more about Richland County watersheds and the Continental Divide.

Conservation Creation Arts & Crafts Workshop: Solar Eclipse Suncatcher
2024-01-09 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 2024. You will create a beautiful suncatcher to brighten your day.

John McClintock will provide a program about solar eclipses and their potential impact on flora, fauna and wildlife. John is an amateur astronomer who has chased some eclipses and even caught a few!

Workshop supplies and eclipse glasses will be provided. Registration requested by January 5.

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.

Board Supervisor Meeting
2024-01-05 09:00

Office Closed in Observance of New Year's Day
2024-01-01 00:00 - 23:59

Office Closed in Observance of Christmas
2023-12-25 00:00 - 23:59
Office closed in observance of Christmas.

Office Closed in Observance of Thanksgiving
2023-11-23 00:00 - 2023-11-24 23:59
Office closed in observance of Thanksgiving.

Office Closed in Observance of Veterans Day
2023-11-10 00:00 - 23:59
Office closed in observance of Veterans Day.

Precipitation Volunteer Training
2023-11-08 14:00 - 15:00 | Longview Center, 1495 W. Longview Avenue, Mansfield, OH, 44906, United States
Join the Richland Soil and Water Conservation District award-winning volunteer team by becoming a Precipitation Monitor. Volunteers record rain and the liquid equivalent of snow of the Richland Soil and Water Conservation District website. Equipment provided. Volunteers must have access to the internet. If you can attend the training, please contact Theresa at sutter.theresa@richlandswcd.net or 419-747-8685.

Conservation Creation Arts & Crafts Workshop: Charcuterie Boards - SOLD OUT!
2023-10-10 18:00 - 20:00 | Ohio Bird Sanctuary Education Building, 3774 Orweiler Rd., Mansfield, Ohio, 44903, United States
You won’t be ‘board’ at this Conservation Creation Arts & Crafts Workshop! Assemble goodies on a charcuterie board sure to impress friends and family! All supplies and instructions are furnished. Parking is limited so please carpool, if possible. Enter through the gate with the Richland Soil and Water Conservation District Event sign. The workshop is at the Education Building. Reservations are due by October 2.

Office Closed in Observance of Columbus Day
2023-10-09 00:00 - 23:59
Office closed in observance of Columbus Day.

County-wide Milkweed Seed Pod Collection
2023-10-01 00:00 - 2023-11-07 23:59
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.

Stormwater Permit Office Open
2023-09-27 00:00 - 23:59

Richland County Land Judging
2023-09-26 09:00 - 14:00
Hosted by Plymouth High School

Annual Celebration
2023-09-07 17:30 - 20:00 | Kehoe Center, 175 Mansfield Avenue, Shelby, Ohio, 44875, United States
Richland County Farm Bureau and Richland Soil and Water Conservation District (Richland SWCD) are hosting a joint Annual Celebration on Thurs., Sept. 7. The Celebration will be held at the Kehoe Center, located at 175 Mansfield Ave. in Shelby beginning at 6 p.m., with doors opening at 5:30 p.m.

The Celebration is open to the public and includes dinner, guest speaker Rev. Paul Lintern, “Richland County is Rich Land,” awards and organization updates. The cost is $20 per person and reservations are requested by Aug. 24. Reserve your ticket below.

Farm Bureau members will vote on proposed policies, which direct the programs and activities for the upcoming year, local trustees, and Ohio Farm Bureau Annual Meeting delegates.

The Celebration will also commemorate Richland SWCD’s 75th year and being named Ohio’s District of the Year. The Cooperator of the Year and Volunteer of the Year will be recognized.

Eligible voters may cast their vote for two open Richland SWCD Board Supervisor positions from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. The candidates are Brian Alt, Rick Novak and Greg Timberlake. Absentee voting begins Aug. 9, and closes Sept. 7, at 12 p.m. at the Richland SWCD office. Election information is below.

We’re looking forward to celebrating with you September 7. Make sure you make your reservation for this special evening by August 24.

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 8/9/2023 until 9/6/2023 during normal business hours or 9/7/2023 from 8:00 a.m. until 12 noon; or

2. At the Richland SWCD Annual Meeting, which will take place at the Kehoe Center located at 175 Mansfield Avenue, Shelby on 9/7/2023 from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. ; or

3. Voting absentee from 8/9/2023 until 8/31/2023, 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 9/7/2023 at 12 noon.

Supervisors will be elected to a three‐year term commencing January 1, 2024 and ending December 31, 2026. 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.

Nominees are: Brian Alt, Rick Novak, and Greg Timberlake

Learn More About the Nominees

Office Closed in Observance of Labor Day
2023-09-04 00:00 - 23:59
Office closed in observance of Labor Day.
