Posted on 05/14/19 by Megan in Storm Water Services
Last June I received a call from one of my site contacts, Pete Daugherty with Snavely Group, who was concerned about some young falcons flying into his construction site. The young birds were American Kestrels. The American Kestrel is the smallest falcon found in eastern north America weighing only 4.1 oz. with a wingspan of 22 inches. They... read more
Posted on 05/07/19 by in Storm Water Services
Last year, I took part in a five week train-the-trainer type of course to become a Master Rain Gardener. A requirement to earn my Master Rain Gardener badge (actually a t-shirt) was either to assist on maintaining a rain garden, or to build a rain garden myself. I earned my shirt through a grueling work day at the... read more
Posted on 04/30/19 by Jared in Rocky River Watershed
This year we have started a new campaign to spread the news about things you can do to help restore the Rocky River and Euclid Creek watersheds! We are asking you to Take Action: In Your Yard, By Your Backyard Streams, and In Your Community to benefit the Rocky River, Euclid Creek and their tributaries. Based on the National... read more
Posted on 04/23/19 by Kelly in Educational Outreach
One of the most intriguing mammals, in my opinion, is the bat. For as long as I can remember I have always been fascinated by these mysterious little creatures. It may be the fact that they are not often seen, their weird appearance, stealth, or their association with the infamous Dracula that they are often misunderstood and sometimes... read more
Posted on 04/16/19 by Jacki in Educational Outreach
Delivery area - Cuyahoga County Cuyahoga SWCD has many dozens of events throughout the county every year. Audiences vary and include students, the general public, homeowners, businesses, public leaders, community staff and many more. We partner with other agencies, communities and local groups to deliver year round workshops, school programs, presentations and volunteer events. We believe that education is the... read more
