Photo Above: Green icons show where trees are planned for fall planting at Eastside Park. Species selected for this project include: Ivory Pillar Lilac, Sienna Glen Maple, Frontier Elm, Swamp White Oak, Crimson Spire Oak, Celebration Maple, and Patriot Elm. Thanks to grant funding from the Lake...
We’ve gathered links for: Local Government, Conservation, Great Lakes, Maumee Watershed, and Recreation all in one convenient place for you. Plus you’ll find Project Fact Sheets and DIY Project Guides – with more to come. landtolake.com/resources...
Defiance College, in partnership with the City of Defiance, received $500,000 from the federal Department of Education due to Senator Sherrod Brown’s Congressionally Directed Spending request. Led by Project Director, Dr. Sabrina Brown (Defiance College) and Project Coordinator, Jennifer English (City of Defiance), a primary goal of...
Collaborative Research for Water Quality FUNDING AWARDDefiance College, in partnership with the City of Defiance, received $500,000 from the federal Department of Education due to Senator Sherrod Brown’s Congressionally Directed Spending request. These funds, awarded through the Department of Education, will support a collaborative research program focused...
Small actions can have a BIG impact Excess organic debris left on hard surfaces can runoff into the drainage system and cause problems including harmful algae blooms in our waterways. Here are some simple steps property owners can take to decrease localized flooding, improve water quality, and...
Ohio’s Buckeye Trail (BT) was first envisioned in 1958 as a hiking trail to connect Lake Erie to the Ohio River through the rugged hills of eastern and southern Ohio. The BT has evolved into a large loop trail around the entire state of Ohio. More than...
…falling in Defiance, Ohio, you would soon find yourself in the Maumee River, …traveling through Maumee Bay and Lake Erie, …over the Niagra Falls, …through Lake Ontario, the St. Lawerence River, …and out to the Atlantic Ocean!...
Protecting Resources of the Maumee River Watershed throughout Defiance County Upper Maumee Smart Watershed Pilot H2Ohio Wetlands Project in Defiance Empowering Our Community Blazing the Buckeye Trail View or download Land to Lake Magazine Issue 14 here. Print magazines are free and available in the City office...
Collecting and Sharing Real-Time Data for Source Water Protection The City of Defiance obtained funding through a Great Lakes Observing System (GLOS) mini-grant to provide installation of real-time sensors for monitoring nutrient levels in the Upper Maumee River at the City of Defiance Water Treatment Plant (WTP)....
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Ohio Parks Ohio Water Trails ODNR Scenic Rivers Buckeye Trail Reservoir Nature Trail...
Letting your garden go natural can reap big benefits The temptation to clean up leaves, spent flowers, and garden debris in the fall is great, but keep in mind there are many rewards to “letting your garden go”! The leaf litter, woody stems and other natural materials...
Congratulations to David Proulx! David was the winner of the RiverFest 2021 Kayak Raffle Drawing held August 14 Join our mailing list! Get the latest news, information, and announcements for RiverFest 2022 🙂 Confluence Clean-Up August 14 Confluence Clean-Up Presented by Rotary Club of Defiance, Meet at...
April Is Ohio Native Plant Month! Include Native Plants in Your Landscaping & Create Habitat Connectivity Pollinators and beneficial insects rely on native plants for food and shelter. Natives are also smart choices for low-maintenance landscaping. Since they are adapted to local conditions, pesticides, fertilizers and other...
JT Adventures LLC will be offering kayak rentals on the Maumee beginning May 1st, 2021! Rentals will be available at Pontiac Park 7 days a week and at Independence Dam on weekends. facebook.com/JTKayakRentals ...
Recycling: With just a little effort we can keep so much more out of our landfill. Our city recycling programs are busy removing plastics and paper from the landfill, here are some ideas of where you can take other recyclable items. Appliances: Omnisource in Defiance, 419-784-5669 Okolona...
The mission of the Thoreau Wildlife Reserve is to promote the healing of the land through observation, research and experiential learning related to human impacts, and bridging the divide between necessary human use and ecological sustainability. This organization will provide opportunities for concerned citizens to observe, appreciate,...
The Autumn 2020 issue of Land to Lake magazine is here! Conservation & Preservation In Our Neck Of The Woods: Maumee River Watershed Conservation News Friends of Cedar Creek Thoreau Wildlife Reserve Urban Stormwater: Leave the Leaves Conservation Kick: investing in water quality View or download Land...
Thank you to everyone who participated by exploring the Northwest, Ohio watershed here in Defiance! After 175 entries from Facebook, Instagram, and emails we have a randomly chosen winner for the 2020 River Fest Kayak Contest!! Congratulations 🎉 to Mike Schafer — winner of a new KAYAK!...
In lieu of a get-together for RiverFest this year, we want YOU to get outside and enjoy nature with those closest to you. Show us how you are enjoying our Northwest Ohio nature and you'll be added to a random drawing to win a kayak! 3 ways...
Issue 12 features ideas for healthy outdoor activities and more: Local conservation news and events Watershed groups: Maumee Watershed Alliance Local community connections: Explore Your Watershed Residential stormwater management: 8 Ways to Help From Home View or download Land to Lake Magazine Issue 12 here. | Print...
...the adventure begins in your backyard! PADDLE OHIO This ODNR site contains maps, safety information, events, river conditions and more. You can even get a Pin for Paddling! paddle.ohiodnr.gov AUGLAIZE CANOE & KAYAK is a local business providing river trips, equipment and even camping. www.ack207.com OHIO WATER...
Show us what you are doing outside! We’d love to see images of our great local outdoors. Send photos to: connect@landtolake.com. We will post your photos on our Facebook page and on this post. * Notice: by sending your photos, you are giving us permission to use...
