Wayne Soil and Water Conservation District

10/30/2026

Happy Halloween from Wayne SWCD!! 🎃👻

10/30/2026

Fun Fact Friday!!

Ever notice a squirrel in the fall darting around like it's completely losing its mind?
There’s actually a reason for that! A single squirrel can stash 3,000 to 10,000 nuts each autumn using a behavior called scatter-hoarding. That’s a LOT of tiny treasure hunting!🐿️🍂

10/29/2026

In celebration of Ohio Soil Health Week (November 8-14, 2026), The Ohio State University’s Agroecosystems Management Program (AMP) will host a free movie night at The Lyric Theatre in downtown Wooster on Thursday, November 12, 7-9:30 p.m. The event is open to farmers, agricultural and conservation professionals, students, or anyone in the community who wants to learn or discuss soil health.

The event will feature episodes 1 and 4 of “Roots So Deep (You Can See the Devil Down There).” This 4-part documentary series explores how adaptive cattle grazing practices may restore soil health, improve farm profitability, enhance biodiversity, and mitigate climate change. Between episodes, there will be a short intermission where attendees can socialize with other movie goers and learn about ongoing Ohio State research examining the environmental and economic impacts of different grazing systems in the Midwest.

Reserve your free tickets at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ohio-soil-health-week-movie-night-tickets-2003363683707

Carbon Cowboys

In celebration of Ohio Soil Health Week, join us for episodes 1 & 4 of the documentary "Roots So Deep (You Can See the Devil Down There)."

10/28/2026

Our November board meeting will take place on Wednesday, November 4, at 10:30 a.m., after the conclusion of our 79th Supervisor Election and Annual Breakfast. This meeting is open to the public and does not require an RSVP.

Location: Sonnenberg Village 13497 Hackett Rd, Apple Creek, Ohio
Date: Wednesday, November 4, 2026
Time: 10:30 a.m.

The Wayne SWCD Board of Supervisors will hold their regular monthly board meeting the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 8:30 AM.

10/27/2026

🌱 NEW! Soil Testing Services from Wayne SWCD!

Healthy soil is the foundation for healthy plants! Wayne SWCD is now offering soil testing services to help producers and landowners make informed decisions about caring for their land.

Whether you're growing a garden, maintaining a lawn or pasture, establishing a pollinator habitat, or managing a small-scale farm, we can help you better understand your soil's needs.

For just $30 per sample, you'll receive lab testing and basic recommendations to help improve soil health and support plant growth.

📍 Stop by our office to get started, or visit our website to learn more!

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Wayne SWCD now provides soil testing services to producers and landowners! We provide recommendations on gardens, pollinator habitats, wildlife plots…

10/23/2026

Fun Fact Friday!! 🌻

Do you enjoy watching the leaves change colors? 🍁 Us too!
Ever wonder why it happens?

As days get shorter and there’s less sunlight, trees produce less chlorophyll. The green pigment that helps them make food. When chlorophyll fades away, the other pigments in the leaves finally get their chance to shine, revealing those beautiful oranges, reds, yellows, and browns we love every fall. 🍂

10/19/2026

You know what they say: live, laugh, leaves 🍂

🍂 Leave the Leaves! 🍁

🍂 Leaves provide habitat for insects and wildlife.
🌱 As they break down, they return nutrients to the soil.
💧 Keeping leaves out of streets and storm drains helps prevent excess nutrients from entering our streams, lakes, and rivers.

Instead of bagging leaves, consider leaving them in garden beds, under trees and shrubs or mulching them! 💚🌎

10/16/2026

Don't forget to RSVP by Monday, October 19th for our 79th Supervisor Election and Annual Breakfast! Enjoy a FREE breakfast, meet our team, and celebrate local conservation efforts.

📅 Wednesday, November 4th
⏰ 8 AM-10 AM; Awards presentations at 9 AM
📍 Sonnenberg Village, 13497 Hackett Rd., Apple Creek, OH

Email [email protected] or call 330-263-5376.

We hope to see you there!

10/16/2026

Fun Fact Friday!
Did you know Ohio is home to the largest pumpkin pie ever baked? 🎃🥧

Yep! On September 25, 2010, in New Bremen, Ohio, a record-breaking pumpkin pie was created weighing a whopping 3,699 pounds! The Guinness Book of World Records made it official… and honestly, that’s enough pie to feed a whole town.

Info from https://www.guinnessworldrecords.com/world-records/largest-pie-pumpkin

10/15/2026

Come enjoy breakfast, connect with your community, and help us celebrate conservation and the people who work to protect our natural resources.

📅 Wednesday, November 4, 2026 ⏰ 8–10 AM 📍 Sonnenberg Village, 13497 Hackett Rd., Apple Creek, OH

RSVP by Monday, October 19 by calling 330-263-5376 or emailing [email protected]. We look forward to celebrating conservation with you! 💚