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(S) Summit SWCD May HUC (Watershed) Highlight
5 events during May
Summit Soil & Water’s programming will focus on what a watershed is and how residents can take action to protect their local waterways. This summer, we’re excited to launch the pilot of the HUC Highlight program. HUC, or Hydrologic Unit Code, is used to identify and classify watersheds by size and location. Each month from May through September, we’ll spotlight a different watershed in Summit County, featuring engaging events and activities to inspire stewardship and awareness.
May - The Yellow Creek Watershed
Yellow Creek is a basin of the Lower Cuyahoga River Watershed, located in the Erie Drift Plain ecoregion. This watershed is 1 of 26 named tributaries of the Cuyahoga River and is considered one of the most high-quality tributaries entering the Cuyahoga River. Yellow Creek is designated Warmwater Habitat and Primary Contact Recreational use per Ohio Water Quality Standards. Low to high density developed and impervious area is the predominant land use, covering almost 40% of the watershed. About 45% of the watershed is primarily mature deciduous and evergreen forest, and approximately 15% of the watershed is cultivated crop and pastureland.
Explore more about this watershed with Summit SWCD staff this month!
More Information and Registration Here
(S) Native Habitat Workshop and Plant Sale
Sat, May 3, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. @ Twinsburg
The Native Habitat Workshop and Plant Sale returns to Twinsburg May 3, 2025.
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(S) Rain Barrel Workshop
Sat, May 3, 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. @ CPL Eastman Campus
Learn how to collect rainwater for outdoor use and help stop stormwater pollution in your community by making a rain barrel!
At this event, you’ll learn how to put together and set up your rain barrel. If you prefer, you can pick up your rain barrel and build it at home using an online video.
The $60 fee covers the cost of the workshop and all materials, including a 60-gallon barrel, drill bits, and a downspout diverter. If you want to create a two-barrel system, you can get a second barrel and connector kit for an extra $40.
More Information and Registration Here
(S) Learn to Fly into the Hobby of Birding: Session 2
Sat, May 3, 3 - 5 p.m. @ Wildwood Park (Euclid Creek Reservation)
Join the Friends of Euclid Creek, Kirtland Bird Club, and the Audubon Society of Greater Cleveland for a 2-session interactive Introduction to Birding!
Second Session : Put your new knowledge to the test, and join us for a wonderful Bird Hike for first timers throughout Wildwood Park in the Euclid Creek Reservation.
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(S) Invasive Plant Removal Drop-in
Thu, May 8, 1 - 3:30 p.m. @ Cuyahoga Valley National Park
Are you looking for a way to get involved at Cuyahoga Valley National Park? Join us for our Invasive Plant Removal Drop-in to improve habitat for native plants and wildlife. Invasive species overcrowd native species, making it difficult for them to thrive. Your efforts will help improve soil quality, restore native plants, and create better habitat for native wildlife. You will use hand tools such as loppers and saws to remove invasive plants.
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(S) Ohio Stormwater Conference
Thu & Fri, May 8-9, @ Kalahari Resort and Conference Center in Sandusky
The annual Ohio Stormwater Conference was started and is owned by the Tinker’s Creek Watershed Partners. It has grown from 399 attendees to over 1,000 in the past 17 years. The Ohio Stormwater Conference is an annual conference dedicated to advancing the knowledge and understanding of comprehensive stormwater and watershed management for those dealing in all aspects of planning, design, implementation and regulatory compliance. The conference will provide updates on environmental issues, new technologies, regulatory information and pollution prevention. The 2025 Ohio Stormwater Conference is a great opportunity to strengthen your skills and knowledge in an intensive workshop setting with other colleagues.
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(S) Rain Barrel Workshop
Sat, May 10, 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. @ Bratenahl Community Center
Learn how to collect rainwater for outdoor use and help stop stormwater pollution in your community by making a rain barrel!
At this event, you’ll learn how to put together and set up your rain barrel. If you prefer, you can pick up your rain barrel and build it at home using an online video.
The $60 fee covers the cost of the workshop and all materials, including a 60-gallon barrel, drill bits, and a downspout diverter. If you want to create a two-barrel system, you can get a second barrel and connector kit for an extra $40.
More Information and Registration Here
(S) Garlic Mustard Pull
Sun, May 11, 2 - 4 p.m. @ Greenwood Farm
Help CSWCD combat invasive garlic mustard in our public green spaces! This species is easy to identify and easy to pull by hand. We will have all the tools and supplies necessary but encourage you to bring your own water. Please wear long pants and closed-toed shoes to protect against poison ivy, thorns, and ticks. By registering for this event, you are also signing our volunteer waiver and photo release.
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(S) Macroinvertebrate Mayhem
Wed, May 14, 5 - 6 p.m. @ Seneca Ponds Park
Join Tinker's Creek Watershed Partners as they dip into Seneca Ponds for macroinvertebrates. They’ll look for and discuss the life histories of dragonflies, damselflies, beetles, and so many more!
More Information and Registration Here
More (S)upplemental events can be found on our website here.
*WVP volunteers can submit supplemental hours in Volgistics under (S) Watershed Partner Event Contact us if you need assistance reporting any hours.
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