Medina County is nestled at the headwaters of two major watersheds, Lake Erie and Ohio River. How we manage our streams has an impact on the water quality and overall habitat within those watersheds.
This course will consist of presentations, workshops, and hands-on field days aimed towards teaching participants how to identify issues impacting their local streams and how to help protect them. Participants will learn from experts in the community on how they can manage streams on their property or how to get involved with improving water quality around Medina County.
Topics will include stream health, native & invasive plants, rain barrels, community efforts, and more!
Beginners are encouraged to apply, because this certification program is open to Medina County residents regardless of experience with streams!
To help ensure the greatest positive impact to the streams within our local communities, this certification program is currently offered to Medina County residents only.
In order to receive the certification, it is required to attend all the classes. Locations are within Medina County and will be disclosed after registering for certification. If you are unable to make a class, please contact Abby or Kellie by calling 330-722-9322.
Wed. May 28, 9am-2pm: Introduction Class & Watershed Hike
Wed. June 4th, 9am-2pm: Stream Health & Stream Cleanup
Sat. June 11th, 9am-2pm: Native & Invasive Streamside Plants & Invasive Species Pull
Wed. June 18th, 9am-2pm: Rain Barrels & Green Infrastructure & Continuing Efforts
Sat. June 25th,9am-2pm: Closing Class & Certification
This certification course costs $65. Payment is due upon registering for the program. Payment of cash or check and registration form can be brought directly into the Medina County SWCD office or mailed in to 6090 Wedgewood Rd., Medina, OH 44256.
Please make check out to Medina County SWCD.
With cost of course you will receive a rain barrel, salt mug, milkweed seeds, new skills, other small take home items.
Due to the certification program being limited to 15 people, registration is required by May 21st.
