Lucas Soil & Water Conservation District

Lucas Soil & Water Conservation District LSWCD is here to help you care for our natural resources through education and technical assistance.

Lucas SWCD helps with:
- Implementing farm conservation practices that keep soil in the fields and out of waterways. We co-manage the Blue Creek Conservation Area with Metroparks Toledo to demonstrate these practices. We also rent conservation tillage equipment to local farmers.

- Conserving and restoring wetlands, which purify water and provide habitat for wildlife. We work to provide accurate

wetland mapping for the county using a state-of-the-art Geographic Information System or GIS.

- Teaching the value of natural resources through classroom presentations, educational field trips, workshops, and materials. School districts who work with us have substantially increased the percent of students passing the science portion of the Sixth Grade Ohio Proficiency Test.

- Protecting groundwater resources. With the assistance of volunteers, we are monitoring the level of groundwater in the Oak Openings region of western Lucas County.

- Promoting the planting of trees and other green covers to hold soil in place, clean the air, provide cover for wildlife, and beautify neighborhoods. Our annual tree sale provides low-cost seedlings and native grass seed to hundreds of local landowners each year.

- Providing local conservation leadership and encourage conservation efforts. Our Board and staff hold positions in multiple local and statewide organizations which promote stewardship of natural resources.

Washington Local Schools always a hoot 🦉 with owl pellets!
09/06/2026

Washington Local Schools always a hoot 🦉 with owl pellets!

09/04/2026

Public Notice: The Lucas SWCD office will be closed Monday, September 7, 2026 for Labor Day. We will reopen Tuesday, September 8th at 8:00 AM.

Earlier this week, we visited with Maumee City Schools junior and senior English students and shared a lesson on effecti...
09/04/2026

Earlier this week, we visited with Maumee City Schools junior and senior English students and shared a lesson on effective public speaking and presentation skills!

Students then got a chance to put what they learned into action with short presentations on topics like rain gardens, composting, The Dust Bowl, and sinkholes!

ICYMI: An upcoming event for all those who love Oak Openings, native plants, and/or want to learn more about how we can ...
09/04/2026

ICYMI: An upcoming event for all those who love Oak Openings, native plants, and/or want to learn more about how we can protect this globally-rare habitat right here in NW Ohio!

Price - FREE (RSVP through the link: https://bit.ly/4gvEfo2)
6pm - Doors open - Explore information tables, native plant sale and enjoy small bites
7pm - Program + Q&A

If you missed our Gardening 101 Class last month, you have another chance to attend and it's happening TOMORROW at 5:30P...
08/31/2026

If you missed our Gardening 101 Class last month, you have another chance to attend and it's happening TOMORROW at 5:30PM at the Monroe Street Church Toledo!

Register online today!👇

* *This class is designed for aspiring or beginner gardeners! During this hands-on class, you will learn tips and tricks to have a successful garden! Topics covered include soil preparation, site...

Your garden may still be flourishing but it's the perfect time to start thinking about what to do with your gardens once...
08/27/2026

Your garden may still be flourishing but it's the perfect time to start thinking about what to do with your gardens once harvest is complete. Planting a cover crop 🌱 is a great way to protect your soil over winter and enrich it for next year.

We have three mixes available for purchase, all sold in 1-lb. bags, which make them home-garden friendly! A 1-lb. bag covers approximately 200-300 sq. ft.

🛒 Order online/Pick-up at our office: https://www.lucasswcd.org/covercrops.html

➡ Both the Raised Bed Mix and Color & Cover Mix are in stock now and can be planted until mid-September for Zone 6. The Garden Late Cover Mix can be pre-ordered now and be planted until mid-October.

Heads up Northwest Ohio teachers, environmental educators, scout leaders, and after-school program directors! This 4-H J...
08/25/2026

Heads up Northwest Ohio teachers, environmental educators, scout leaders, and after-school program directors! This 4-H Junior Master Gardener Train-the-Trainer event is coming up next month at Glass City Metropark. Details and registration information below! 👇

Girl Scouts of Western Ohio
Scouting America, Erie Shores Council
Ohio State - Lucas County 4-H
Toledo Public Schools
Clay High School Career & Tech
Sylvania Schools
Washington Local Schools
Springfield Schools' Community
Maumee City Schools

Address

3350 Hill Avenue , Ste. K
Toledo, OH
43607

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8am - 4:30pm
Friday 8am - 4:30pm

Telephone

(419) 893-1966

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