MANSFIELD — One sign of fall, is the colors on tree leaves are beginning to change into hues of red, orange, and gold. What a beautiful time of year to be outside and enjoy nature! Another sign of fall is seeing milkweed seed pods starting to dry out in preparation of being harvested. Milkweed is […]
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Let’s Taco ‘bout stormwater permitting
MANSFIELD – Join the Richland Soil and Water Conservation District on Thursday, Feb. 9 at 5:30 p.m. at the Longview Center, 1495 W. Longview Avenue, Mansfield to learn more about the stormwater permit process, MS4 updates, and new electronic permitting. Enjoy tacos in this free, town-hall style meeting while learning what you need when you […]
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Second-annual Family Fun on the Farm Festival set for June 25
MANSFIELD — We continue to live in times where food supplies may be compromised. The events of the last few years have brought attention to and awareness of where food comes from, and an emphasis on locally produced food. To continue to raise awareness on where food comes from, Richland Soil and Water Conservation District […]
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Richland SWCD is hosting a free workshop on native plants on May 3 at fairgrounds
MANSFIELD – As gardening season gets underway, Richland Soil and Water Conservation District (Richland SWCD) encourages you to choose native plants when planning your garden or landscape. Native plants are more suited to our climate and soil and typically do better in our gardens than non-native species. They also provide excellent habitats and food for […]
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Milkweed seeds available from Richland Soil & Water Conservation
MANSFIELD — Free Milkweed seeds and planting instructions are available while supplies last, from Richland Soil and Water Conservation District (Richland SWCD), located at 1495 W. Longview Avenue, Suite 205B, Mansfield, Ohio 44906. The seeds may be picked up from a basket outside the Richland SWCD office door. In the fall, the Ohio Pollinator Habitat […]