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• Partners Celebrate Conservation Success at Ottawa National Wildlife Refuge
  

  Oak Harbor, Ohio
  May 03, 2013 2013 05 03

  Event provides opportunity to witness benefits of Great Lakes Restoration Initiative Learn More

• They took a hike. One of them won a car.

  COLUMBUS, OHIO
  September 12, 2012 2012 09 12

  But winners of “Natural Treasures of Ohio” sweepstakes say biggest rewards came from visiting Ohio’s natural areas
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• The Nature Conservancy Says New Evidence of Asian Carp eDNA reinforces need for action in Lake Erie

  SANDUSKY BAY, Ohio
  Topic (Rivers & Lakes)
  August 28, 2012 2012 08 28

  Information points to urgency in efforts to control the spread of these invasive fish. Learn More

• Park Protecting Lake Erie Estuary Expanded

  MADISON, Ohio
  Topic (Rivers & Lakes)
  August 24, 2012 2012 08 24

  The Nature Conservancy donates its Arcola Creek Nature Preserve to Lake Metroparks Learn More

• Take a Hike on the New Darby Headwaters Trail

  MIDDLEBURG, Ohio
  Topic (Events)
  May 30, 2012 2012 05 30

  Public is invited to help The Nature Conservancy celebrate the generous gift that led to opening of Gary J. Jainshig Trail Learn More

• Nature Conservancy Launches ‘Natural Treasures of Ohio’ Challenge, Inviting Residents to Visit the State’s Natural Areas

  COLUMBUS, OHIO
  Topic (Partnerships)
  May 22, 2012 2012 05 22

  The Nature Conservancy in Ohio and Honda launch a summer sweepstakes for a chance to win a Honda Insight Hybrid. Learn More

• Lawmakers should heed bipartisan call for swift action on aquatic invasive species

  COLUMBUS, Ohio
  May 02, 2012 2012 05 02

  Supporters of S. 2317 say “there’s no time to wait.” Learn More

• Ohio Residents Invited to Explore the Buckeye State’s Natural Treasures This Summer

  COLUMBUS, OHIO
  Topic (Partnerships)
  April 23, 2012 2012 04 23

  The Nature Conservancy in Ohio and Honda Preview Summer Promotion Awarding 2012 Honda Insight Hybrid to a Lucky Ohioan  Learn More

• OHIO SENATE COMMITTEE ON FINANCE INTERESTED PARTY TESTIMONY H.B. 482 OHIO BIENNIAL CAPITAL BUDGET, FY2013-2014
  

  March 29, 2012 2012 03 29

  JOSH KNIGHTS
  EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
  THE NATURE CONSERVANCY IN OHIO
   Learn More

• The Nature Conservancy Welcomes Two New Trustees

  Columbus, OH
  January 27, 2012 2012 01 27

  Greg Cunningham and Sam Speck join volunteer board in Ohio
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• Give Green: It’s a Holiday Gift to Truly Feel Good About

  Columbus, OH
  November 28, 2011 2011 11 28

  Give responsible, meaningful green gifts this holiday season Learn More

• Ohio's Largest Remaining Undeveloped Forest to be Preserved

  COLUMBUS, OHIO
  October 27, 2009 2009 10 27

  The Nature Conservancy assists private and public partners in purchasing 15,849 acres of forest Learn More

• State officials asked to support Clean Ohio Fund

  COLUMBUS, Ohio
  September 12, 2011 2011 09 12

  Letter, polling, demonstrate broad support for continued investment in clean water, family farms, brownfield clean up, and protection of natural areas and trails Learn More

• Governor Vetoes Compact Legislation

  Columbus, OH
  July 15, 2011 2011 07 15

  Josh Knights, executive director of The Nature Conservancy in Ohio, congratulated Gov. John Kasich today for his courageous decision to veto Ohio House Bill 231, a bill that would have undermined the promise of the Great Lakes Compact. Learn More

• Don’t Let the Ohio Division of Natural Areas and Preserves Go Extinct
  

  June 29, 2011 2011 06 29

  The Nature Conservancy calls on Ohioans to Help Protect Natural Areas
   Learn More

• Senate Bill 231 Undermines Great Lakes Compact
  

  Columbus, OH
  June 27, 2011 2011 06 27

  Chair of Commission that created historic agreement asks Ohio lawmakers to slow down Learn More

• Great Lakes Compact Bill Overlooks Science, Leaving Our Streams, Rivers, and Lake Erie at Risk

  Columbus, OH
  June 07, 2011 2011 06 07

  Environmental-conservation groups, scientists and small businesses believe newly introduced Compact legislation simply won’t hold water Learn More

• The Nature Conservancy Invites Public to Share Ideas

  Rock Creek, OH
  May 27, 2011 2011 05 27

  Public invited to tour new project office and discuss future of former youth camp in Ashtabula County Learn More

• Green Choices for Lawn and Garden

  May 12, 2011 2011 05 12

  The Nature Conservancy offers 5 practical steps to prevent nutrient pollution Learn More

• NiSource and Columbia Gas of Ohio Partner with The Nature Conservancy to Help Protect Local Environment

  Columbus, OH
  April 29, 2011 2011 04 29

  Paperless Billing Campaign Supports Freshwater Conservation in Ohio Learn More

• Midwest Express Partners with The Nature Conservancy to Protect Big Darby Creek

  East Liberty, OH
  April 05, 2011 2011 04 05

  22 acres transferred to Big Darby Creek Headwaters Nature Preserve Learn More

• Taking on Invasive Species to Save Lake Erie

  Dublin, OH
  Topic (Oceans & Coasts)
  July 26, 2010 2010 07 26

  The Nature Conservancy and partners plan a large-scale effort with support from Great Lake Restoration initiative Learn More

• The Nature Conservancy is Honored by Columbus GreenSpotLight Award
  

  COLUMBUS, OH
  February 10, 2011 2011 02 10

  Mayor Coleman’s “Green Team” recognizes Ohio program for reducing carbon footprint and workplace waste stream
   Learn More

• Prestigious Journal Validates Asian Carp Research

  South Bend, IN
  January 05, 2011 2011 01 05

  Cutting-Edge “eDNA” Technique Developed by the University of Notre Dame and The Nature Conservancy Gets Stamp of Approval from Scientific Community Learn More

• Generous Donation Expands Ohio’s Largest Privately Protected Interior Wetland
  

  ROCK CREEK, OH
  January 10, 2011 2011 01 10

  Former City Mission camp will be added to Morgan Swamp, will be new home for The Nature Conservancy’s Northeast Ohio office
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• Columbia Gas Helps Customers Protect Fresh Water for Ohioans
  

  COLUMBUS, OHIO
  January 25, 2011 2011 01 25

  $10 Donated to The Nature Conservancy’s Ohio Conservation Projects for Each New E-bill Sign-up
   Learn More

• ODNR Dedicates New State Forest and Wildlife Area

  COLUMBUS, OH
  November 18, 2010 2010 11 18

  Ceremony commemorated public-private partnership to protect 15,494-acre area Learn More

• The Nature Conservancy Names New Director of Government Relations

  DUBLIN, OH
  September 29, 2010 2010 09 29

  Adrienne Dziak will advocate for effective conservation policy Learn More

• New Report Counts, Categorizes and Ranks Great Lakes Islands

  Toronto, Canada
  Topic (Oceans & Coasts)
  August 23, 2010 2010 08 23

  Western Lake Erie Islands are Part of the World's Largest Collection of Freshwater Islands; Conservation Action called for to Protect Island Life Learn More

• Restoration Under Way on Big Darby Creek

  MIDDLEBURG, OHIO
  August 19, 2009 2009 08 19

  Work begins on stream and wetland restoration in headwaters Learn More

• Joe Hamrock and Jeffrey M. Reutter Join Board of Trustees at The Nature Conservancy

  DUBLIN, OHIO
  Feb. 2, 2010

  Two recent additions to The Nature Conservancy’s Ohio Board of Trustees bring valuable expertise in business and science and demonstrate the Conservancy’s commitment to science-based conservation that benefits both people and nature.
  
   Learn More

• The Nature Conservancy and Meijer Encourage Non-Invasive Plants

  DUBLIN, OHIO
  April 29, 2009 2009 04 29

  Partnership kicks off third year Learn More

Benefits of Clean Ohio Fund Cited

The Columbus Dispatch

March 28, 2013

A state program that spends millions of public dollars to conserve natural areas, preserve farmland and build bike paths is a good investment for Ohioans, says a private report to be released today.

Waterways hurting in U.S., less so in Ohio

The Columbus Dispatch

March 27, 2013

Fifty-five percent of U.S. rivers and streams were in poor condition for aquatic life four years ago, largely because of fertilizer runoff, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency said yesterday. Despite that, Ohio EPA officials say this state’s waterways are faring pretty well.

Ohio's Natural Treasures

Fox45
Partnerships
July 02, 2012

This summer, Five Rivers MetroParks has teamed up with The Nature Conservancy in Ohio and Honda of America Mfg. Inc. to help Ohio residents experience the outdoors in a new way with Natural Treasures of Ohio contest. See the story!

Group points out Ohio's wonders
Promotion highlights 30 natural areas

Toledo Blade
Conservation Lands
June 15, 2012

The Nature Conservancy in the Buckeye State is going on the offensive. They have heard all the promos for this distant paradise or that vacation wonderland, and then decided to strike up the band and blow Ohio's horn in a pseudo retaliatory response. Read the Toledo Blade's story.

Group touts natural areas of Ohio

Columbus Dispatch
Conservation Lands
June 03, 2012

Travelers who think Ohio consists of only pavement and fast-food drive-throughs haven’t explored enough of the Buckeye State.

Wild hogs spotted in tri-state, causing destruction

WKRC Cincinnati

February 08, 2012

The Nature Conservancy's 16,000-acre Edge of Appalachia Preserve is under attack by feral hogs and wild boars. 

Dr. M Sanjavan: All American Meal

WKYC

November 21, 2011

Lead Scientist at The Nature Conservancy Dr. M Sanjayan tells us how the Pilgrims celebrated the first Thanksgiving.

Legacy of Beauty

Ohio Magazine

November 28, 2011

Created with help from the Conservancy, Hellbender Bluff Park recently opened to the public

Adams County tourism bureau gets face lift

The People's Defender

October 26, 2011

New logo, slogan, website and mobile website made possible with a grant from The Nature Conservancy and in-kind contributions from LPK Marketing in Cincinnati

Big Darby restoration project bringing life back to creek

The Columbus Dispatch

October 16, 2011

Resilient creek showing new signs of life after major restoration project

Dedication planned at new county park

Morning Journal

September 20, 2011

A 752-acre park in Madison Township created with help from The Nature Conservancy is nearly complete and a dedication ceremony will be held Wednesday.

Bill too weak for Great Lakes Compact

The Columbus Dispatch

June 28, 2011

By almost every conceivable measure, House Bill 231 would be the weakest implementation by any of the Great Lakes states subject to the compact

Ex-officials oppose bill allowing Erie draining

The Columbus Dispatch

June 28, 2011

Two former natural resources directors and an ex-director of the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency came out yesterday against a bill allowing companies to drain up to 5 million gallons a day from Lake Erie.

Lake Erie Water Use and Regulation

WOSU

June 15, 2011

Josh Knights, Executive Director for The Nature Conservancy in Ohio joins All Sides with Ann Fisher

A New Battle of Lake Erie

WCPN in Cleveland

June 14, 2011

Josh Knights, executive director of The Nature Conservancy in Ohio, sits down with Ideastream's Rick Jackson to discuss water extraction regulations. 

Land Conservation in Northeast Ohio

WCPN

May 25, 2011

A conversation about how preservation works, who pays for it and why it's important to the region.  Guests include Nature Conservancy Director of Conservation Bill Stanley.

eDNA testing helps fight spread of Asian Carp

WCPN

May 17, 2011

Asian carp are getting closer to the Great Lakes, leaving scientists increasingly worried that the invasive fish may one day undermine the ecosystem’s health. But an early detection technique is helping to find traces of the fish long before a full-fledged invasion. Conservancy Lead Scientist Dr. M. Sanjayan recently spoke with WCPN about the effort.

Sensible Sustenance

Ohio Magazine

April 01, 2011

This month, the Ohio Program of The Nature Conservancy teams up with local chefs to educate diners about the benefits of eating sustainably raised foods. 

Ohio Botanical Symposium set for March 25 in Columbus

Ohio Department of Natural Resources

January 27, 2011

Clovers, climate change, rare plant finds and prairie fens are some of the topics to be discussed on Friday, March 25, during the 11th Annual Ohio Botanical Symposium, according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR).

Columbia Gas to give $10 to Nature Conservancy for new e-bill customers

Columbus Business First

January 25, 2011

The click of a mouse could result in more fish in Big Darby Creek as the result of a partnership between Columbia Gas of Ohio and the Nature Conservancy.

Cleveland's City Mission donates valuable land

Ohio Birds and Biodiversity Blog

January 13, 2011

City Mission has donated the remaining 58 acres of its camp property to the Conservancy, completing the acquisition of critical streamside acreage in the Morgan Swamp region.

City Mission donates 58-acre site along Grand River to Nature Conservancy

Plain Dealer

January 11, 2011

The Nature Conservancy announced Monday that the City Mission donated its 58-acre Grand Valley Christian Center Camp along the state-designated wild and scenic river in Ashtabula County.

Rules for implementing Great Lakes Water Compact coming in 2011?

Plain Dealer

December 18, 2010

While the compact technically became law in December 2008, it still requires each Great Lakes state to develop and put in place water conservation and management programs.

Science Cafe: Sustainable Solutions for Healthy Lakes and Rivers

WCPN

December 13, 2010

The Nature Conservancy's Jeff Opperman joins a science café edition of the Sound of Ideas Monday to tell us how cloudy skies -- like those that blanket Cleveland in winter -- make our region healthy. .

Helping Cuyahoga Valley National Park thrive

Plain Dealer

December 13, 2010

Few Ohioans know is that much of Cuyahoga Valley National Park has been protected over the years through a little-known federal program: the Land and Water Conservation Fund.

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