Lorain Soil & Water Conservation District

The Ohio Community Wildlife Cooperative Conference will be November 13, 2026 @ Nationwide & Ohio Farm Bureau 4-H Center in Columbus.

Is your community dealing with wildlife issues? If so, this conference is designed for you.

Join Ohio community leaders, planners, and natural resources professionals for a conference focused on the role of local government in managing human-wildlife conflict.

Registration will open in September & $55 for the day – lunch and materials included.

Join our email list to receive updates on our annual conference and wildlife conflict resources: https://lists.osu.edu/mailman/listinfo/ocwc & visit our page for more info: https://u.osu.edu/ocwc/ which includes presentations from previous conferences.

We are looking forward to seeing you in November! Patti D. will be checking you in at the registration table.

Ohio Community Wildlife Cooperative | Living with Wildlife and Resolving Conflicts in Ohio What is the OCWC? Many times, the responsibility of managing wildlife and wildlife conflicts in communities falls on local governments. The Ohio Community Wildlife Cooperative (OCWC) was created to help Ohio’s communities manage wildlife and the situations that arise when people and wildlife meet....

Effective immediately, the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS), in cooperation with the Ohio Department of Agriculture (ODA), is adding Ashtabula, Clark, Cuyahoga, Lake, Lorain, Lucas, and Preble Counties to the box tree moth (Cydalima perspectalis; BTM) quarantined areas.

The APHIS BTM webpage has the attached Federal Order and additional information on this pest.

For additional information you may contact:

Devon Gaydos
Assistant National Policy Manager
240-457-0297
[email protected]

Box Tree Moth | Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service Known for a ravenous appetite, the box tree moth feeds mostly on boxwoods, leaving behind significant plant damage and death.

Support our local growers like Schlechter Brothers Country Harvest & Grobe Fruit Farm. Where do you get your local food?

National Farmers Market Week is the perfect time to visit your local farmer’s market and meet the people who grow your food. Every tomato, peach and bunch of carrots starts with agricultural producers who work the land every day. At NRCS, we’re proud to support those producers by providing voluntary conservation assistance to protect our natural resources and keep working lands in working hands.

Visiting your local market this weekend? Drop a photo in the comments of your haul!

FREE Program: “Fair History in Lorain County”

Celebrate Ohio's rich fair tradition! As part of America 250-Ohio's August theme, "Ohio Goes to the Fair," LCHS Education & Engagement Coordinator Kayla Clark will explore the history of the Lorain County Fair, tracing its beginnings in the 1830s and its evolution over nearly 200 years. This free program will take place on Monday, August 10th, from 6:00–7:30 p.m. at the North Eaton Christian Church Parish Hall, 35895 Royalton Road, Eaton Township. It is presented by the Grafton-Midview Public Library. Registration is requested. Click here for more information: https://graftonmidview.librarycalendar.com/event/america-250-fair-history-lorain-county-10373

https://www.loraincountyfair.com/

Did you know it's Farmers Market Week? Here are some important tips to remember:

The warmer it gets, the faster bacteria grow. Keep your market finds safe with these simple steps. 🧊🛍️🥩

More tips ➡️https://www.fsis.usda.gov/food-safety/safe-food-handling-and-preparation/food-safety-basics/steps-keep-food-safe

EVENT STAFF NEEDED! We still have a few openings for working the 2026 Lorain County Fair for ticket gate staff and traffic control. Inquire today at [email protected]!

Have you taken a boat tour yet this year? They're still time! Book your spot today 🛥🏞🌞

Lorain Lighthouse Tours are still available! Wednesday, August 12th at 5, 6, 7 and 8 PM,

Sunday, August 16th at 11 AM, Noon, 1 and 2 PM,

Sunday, August 30th 11am, 12pm is SOLD OUT, 1pm and 2pm

Saturday, September 5th 11am, 12pm, 1pm and 2pm

Saturday, September 12th 11am, 12pm, 1pm and 2 pm

Secure your spot by booking at Lorainlighthouse.org

Walk ups are welcome but time slot not guaranteed!

What a nice surprise to see this post from our friends at Rathlin Soils.
Let me (Patti D. here) be perfectly clear that this idea of the pollinator plot was not done single handedly. I had several partners who also could see the potential. Their excitement & expertise helped make this dream come true. Northeast Ohio Chapter of Pheasants Forever - especially Chip Wendt, LEAP, Abby Prieur our former Farm Bill Biologist, The Pollinator Partnership, Nicole Stengle, Lorain County Ohio Government (Commissioners) for allowing this project on their parcel, Lorain County maintenance (Meagan Logan & staff) as well as our own Conservation Technician Hayden Matus for helping prep the site, our building partners from OSU Extension- Lorain County & Lorain County Farm Service Agency, & the many residents & local organizations such as Primrose Nativescapes LLC & Ohio Department of Natural Resources who came out on our seeding day. This belongs to all of us, including the many little lives we're creating this for.
We're so blessed to have such a wonderful network of passionate, involved folks in Lorain County.
Come visit Rathlin Soils in the Soil & Water barn (building #28 - the only big red barn) at the fair this year!

Fair Week is coming soon! 4H & FFA volunteers needed! Sign up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/70A0549ABA72EA0F58-64817312-milk?useFullSite=true #/

Calling all 4-H clubs and FFA chapters!

Milk Barn signups are officially open! For every shift your club or chapter coveres, you will receive 1 entry into the drawing.

We appreciate everyone’s support and are looking forward to another successful year of hosting both the original Milk Barn and the Expo Center Milk Barn