Passing the Time
This sleepy barred owl found near Secor Metropark patiently passes the time by soaking up some sun and getting some rest.
Conservation
Protecting what we have so future generations can enjoy the unspoiled land, and the clean air and water that we enjoy.
Metroparks actively works to preserve the best examples of Northwest Ohio’s natural areas for public enjoyment. Protecting forests, grasslands, rivers, and wetlands, promoting sustainable use, is the most important work that we do.
Articles Tagged in Conservation, Resources, Protection
Celebrating Women in History
As we celebrate Women’s History month, Metroparks Toledo is proud to recognize the legacy women have had on our industry. From local naturalists to the most notable scientists, women have been impacting the environmental field for over a century.
Where Are the Birds in Winter? Right Here!
There were 91 species tallied in the annual Toledo Christmas Bird Count, and another 68 species spotted in the Grand Rapids-Waterville count.
Pearson Forest Bounces Back From Loss of Ash Trees
How has the forest at Pearson Metropark fared 17 years after the arrival of a destructive Asian pest called the emerald ash borer. About as well as researchers could hope, according to a new scientific paper.
Western Reserve Land Conservancy and Metroparks Preserve 226 Acres to Expand Secor Metropark
Deal is a rare opportunity to expand a Metropark in one of Ohio's most significant natural regions, the Oak Openings.
Metroparks Planted 35,000 Trees this Spring
Metroparks Toledo planted 35,000 trees over several weeks this spring with the help of partners and volunteers.
Bird Research Conducted this Summer at Wildwood
Visitors to WIldwood this summer may see a bird banding station near the Yellow Trail.
Pearson Bat Condo Open for Business
A new bat 'condo' at Pearson Metropark can house up to 3,000 bats!
Mosquito Control in the Metroparks
Metroparks takes steps reduce risk of W. Nile virus from mosquitoes.
A Marsh & More: New Park Advances Many Goals
Howard Marsh will benefit Lake Area, provide additional recreation opportunities and put Metroparks Toledo a step closer to fulfilling its promise of a park within five miles of every home in the county.
Howard Marsh Contract Awarded
The Board of Park Commissioners has approved a contract with Mark Haynes Construction of Norwalk for the construction of Howard Marsh Metropark near the Lake Erie shore in Jerusalem Township.
2016 Winter Deer Cull Concludes
More than 6,000 lbs of ground venison was donated to local food charities following a winter culling operation at Oak Openings Preserve and Wildwood Preserve.
New Metropark Is A Hot Spot For Dragonflies
Dragonflies are hot, and Wiregrass Lake is a hot spot to see them.
Volunteers Survey Vernal Pools
The Metroparks Vernal Pool Monitoring Program raises public awareness about the existence of these habitats while allowing people to participate in interesting and important field-research.
Long-term Butterfly Monitoring
There are five butterfly transects monitored in the Metroparks, currently: three occur in Oak Openings Preserve, one at Wildwood Preserve and one at Swan Creek Preserve.
Human Land Uses And The Impact On Plant Species Diversity
Human land uses have a strong influence on landscape level patterns of plant species diversity, especially for exotic species, a recent study concluded.
'Condo' Shelters Bats At Oak Openings
It is important to conserve our bat species, as they play a very important ecological role as major predators of night flying insects, like mosquitoes and agricultural pests