The Allen Soil and Water Conservation District is offering nine species of fish through its annual fingerling sale to help pond owners stock and maintain healthy aquatic ecosystems. Orders must be placed by April 22, with fish pickup scheduled for April 29 at the district’s Slabtown Road office.
The Allen Soil and Water Conservation District is encouraging residents to pick up trash in yards and gutters to prevent pollution from reaching local waterways. The district hopes families, groups, and individuals will join the Adopt-A-Roadway program to help keep Allen County clean.
With all the recent snowfall in our area, how could our waterways be affected?
The Hub in Lima will kick off its monthly Lightbulb Lab series on Dec. 6 with hands-on earth science activities designed to inspire kindergarten through fourth-grade students.
Nov. 16 Stormwater Awareness Day, and the Allen Soil and Water Conservation District is using the day to remind residents how rain and melting snow affect local water quality.
Allen SWCD is offering a free drone demonstration of the district’s newly acquired drones.
As fall approaches and leaves begin to drop, the Allen Soil and Water Conservation District is reminding residents to properly dispose of their leaves to protect local rivers and streams.
LIMA, OH (WLIO) - Using lawn and garden care products responsibly not only protects the environment but also ensures their effectiveness.
Since 1982, the Allen Soil and Water Conservation District has been offering pond and lake owners the opportunity to stock their water conveniently and cheaply.
Winter is almost here, and many of us in the Lima area are rushing to complete lawn and garden care before frost sets in, but there are some tips to know before you start. Fall yard work can include planting bulbs, aerating your lawn, mulching, and last-minute fertilizing. The Allen Soil and Water Conservation District is advising residents to be mindful of the amount of fertilizer they are using on their lawns. The Allen Soil and Water District administrator, Casey Heilman, advises homeowners to get their soil tested for helpful information about their lawn and how over-fertilizing can be harmful to your yard and the surrounding environment.
