Summer will be here before you know it! Looking for something fun (and free) to do? Come to one of our macroinvertebrate days and learn about the bugs that live in our streams. These tiny critters teach us a lot about water quality and they are eager to share their knowledge with you! #sswcd #summitswcd #rickysswcd #macroinvertebrate #streamsampling #WaterQuality #waterquality
🌿Looking for volunteers🌿
Summit SWCD and the Village of Richfield will be installing native plants along a riparian corridor at the Richfield Village Hall!
Come join us June 1st from 11-1pm!🌸
Rain garden installation with Richfield Township and some amazing volunteers! 🌿
Last Saturday, after the Rain Garden Workshop, we got our hands dirty planting the new Richfield Township rain garden. 💧
The rain held off while we installed more than 25 plant plugs representing seven native plant species. Participants gained hands-on experience and knowledge they can use to create their own rain gardens at home!
Scroll through to see the before and after pictures➡
Thank you to everyone who came out, and a special thank you to the Richfield Township Service Department for all of the site prep work! 🌸
#raingardens #nativeplant #stormwater
🌍Join the Conversation:
What Ohio’s Climate Trends Mean for Our Communities
The Akron Garden Club is partnering with Summit Metro Parks, the Akron-Summit County Public Library, and C-Change Conversations for a thoughtful, non-partisan discussion about how changing climate trends are affecting Northeast Ohio!
📅 Monday, May 18
🕠 Doors open at 5:30 PM | Program: 6:00–7:30 PM
📍 Akron-Summit County Public Library – Main Branch Auditorium
🎟 Free & open to the public
Stormwater Myths vs. Facts!?🤔
❌Myth: "Native plants are messy"
✅Fact: Native plants reduce runoff, require less water, and support local wildlife.
Native Plants are functional AND BEAUTIFUL!🌸🌿
Looking for an easy way to make a local impact?! The Akron Zoo is holding a River Cleanup in just a few weeks. Join us as we help a local partner clean up the Little Cuyahoga River near the Mustill Store on May 30th from 10a-1p. #rickysswcd #summitswcd #sswcd #akron zoo #akronzoo #RiverGuardians #rivercleanup
Looking for ways to get involved in your community this spring? Are you passionate about native plants or outdoor adventure? Help spread our conservation message at local community events this month!! Our Community Crew members assist SSWCD staff with tabling large events. Interested? Email [email protected] for more information or to sign up! #rickysswcd #summitswcd #sswcd #nativeplants #neoadventurefest
💧 What are BMPs? (Best Management Practices)
When it comes to stormwater, BMPs are simple, effective ways to keep rain where it falls and prevent pollution from washing into our waterways.
Think of BMPs as everyday solutions that make a big difference:
🌿 Rain gardens that capture and filter runoff
🌿 Rain barrels that store water for later use
🌿 Native plants with deep roots that absorb more water
🌿 Permeable surfaces that let water soak into the ground
🌿 Good habits like proper fertilizer use and picking up pet waste
Why do they matter?
Because when rain flows over hard surfaces, it can carry pollutants into storm drains, streams, and rivers. BMPs help slow it down, soak it in, and clean it up naturally 💧
Learn how to install a rain garden! 🌸
⌛May 9th at 10am
📍Richfield Township Admin Building, 3038 Boston Mills Rd.
🌱Register now! https://forms.gle/nywrwwU9mafayTab6
If bubble bees wore pants, they would look like this flower! Our final spring ephemeral, the Dutchman's Breeches, resembles a little pair of pants and the pollinators go wild for it.
#sswcd #summitswcd #nativeplants #springephemerals #dutchmansbreeches
Continuing our journey through native wild flowers - up next is Ohio's state wildflower, the Trillium! Definitely keep an eye out for these showy flowers the next time you are walking through the woods! #nativeplants #springephemerals #summitswcd #sswcd
Scoop the Poop week! Become a Paw-lution Patrol Officer and take the pledge🐾
The Paw-lution Patrol is a playful, paws-on campaign designed to educate, engage, and empower pet owners (like you!) to do their part in protecting local ecosystems — simply by picking up after their pets.💩
Paw-lution Patrol is made possible by Western Reserve Land Conservancy and Enbridge Inc., in collaboration with Summit County Surface Water Management District.
Click the link to take the pledge and receive a gift!🎁
https://forms.gle/dSfYPZpPHHNZSEGg9
Stormwater Myths vs. Facts!?🤔
❌Myth: "Pet waste is natural, so it’s harmless"
✅Fact: Pet waste contains bacteria and nutrients that pollute waterways and can make people sick.
Only rain down the drain!💧
