Events for April, May, June & July!
April 2024
April 30 | Rain Barrel & Rain Garden Workshop
Time: 6:00 pm
Place: Mansfield/Richland County Public Library – Main Location (43 W 3rd St, Mansfield)
Cost: FREE
Pre-registration: Please register below or call technician Jordan Keller (419.747.8688).
This workshop is a great introduction to learning about rain barrels and rain gardens.
May 2024
May 8 | Native Plant Workshop and Sale
Time: 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Place: The Longview Center – Main Conference Room, 1495 W. Longview Ave, Mansfield
Cost: FREE
Pre-registration: Please register below or call technician Jordan Keller (419.747.8688).
Guy Denny, retired ODNR Chief of Natural Areas and Preserves Division is our guest speaker this year and will talk about Ohio Tall Grass Prairies. Purchase native plants afterward from Natives In Harmony.
May 15 | Board of Supervisors Meeting
Time: 9:00 am
Place: The Longview Center – RSWCD Conference Room #258, 1495 W. Longview Ave, Mansfield
Please contact the Director before the meeting if you wish to attend.
Board Supervisor meetings are once a month, open to the public, and held in the Richland SWCD Conference Room 258 at the Longview Center.
June 2024
June 14 | Field Day for Plain Growers (2024 Richland County Pasture & Grazing School Series)
Time: 9:00 am – 2:00 pm
Place: City of Shiloh Fire Station, 11 Delaware St, Shiloh
Cost: $10 per person
Pre-registration: Please register below or call technician Jordan Keller (419.747.8688).
This workshop is designed for those interested in pasture and grazing management. Those new to livestock and forage management are encouraged to join. Lunch and a grazing stick are included in cost.
June 15 | Women for the Land Learning Circle (2024 Richland County Pasture & Grazing School Series)
Time: 9:00 am – 2:00 pm
Place: Shady Lane Alpaca Farm, 3073 Gass Road, Mansfield
Cost: $10 per person
Pre-registration: Please register below or call technician Jordan Keller (419.747.8688).
This workshop is designed for those interested in pasture and grazing management. Those new to livestock and forage management are encouraged to join. Lunch and a grazing stick are included in cost.
June 19 | Board of Supervisors Meeting
Time: 9:00 am
Place: The Longview Center – RSWCD Conference Room #258, 1495 W. Longview Ave, Mansfield
Please contact the Director before the meeting if you wish to attend.
Board Supervisor meetings are once a month, open to the public, and held in the Richland SWCD Conference Room 258 at the Longview Center.
June 29 | Family Fun on the Farm Festival!
Time: Noon – 4:00 pm
Place: Malabar Farm State Park, 4050 Bromfield Road, Lucas, Ohio
Cost: Free Admission
Family friendly festival with hands-on kids activities, farm activities, and food. We are looking for exhibitors/vendors and volunteers.
July 2024
July 9 – Long Live Leaves (Conservation Creation Arts & Crafts Workshop)
Time: 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Place: The Longview Center, 1495 W. Longview Ave, Mansfield
Cost: $12 per person
Pre-registration: Please register below or call Theresa Sutter.
Make a lovely bowl/dish from an impression of a leaf. All workshop materials are provided.
July 17 | Board of Supervisors Meeting
Time: 9:00 am
Place: The Longview Center – RSWCD Conference Room #258, 1495 W. Longview Ave, Mansfield
Please contact the Director before the meeting if you wish to attend.
Board Supervisor meetings are once a month, open to the public, and held in the Richland SWCD Conference Room 258 at the Longview Center.
July 23, 25, & 27 | Pastures for Profit Grazing School
Time: Multiple times, see previous
Place: Multiple locations, see previous
Cost: $30 per person
Pre-registration: Please register below or call technician Jordan Keller (419.747.8688).
This workshop is designed for those interested in pasture and grazing management. Those new to livestock and forage management are encouraged to join. Dinner is included for the sessions on the 23rd and 25th. A grazing stick and USB with course manual will also be included.