Throughout the year, Partners for Clean Streams is proud to offer different programs that are focused on continuing our mission to strive for clean, clear and safe waters. We’re here to help cure that cabin fever by giving you some exciting programs to look forward to later in the coming months! CYS Day – Over […]
Welcome to our new Communication and Outreach Specialist! Mary earned her Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science with a specialization in Sustainable Management from Bowling Green State University in 2022. Growing up in the Northwest Ohio region, her academic and professional careers have been influenced by being surrounded by the Oak Openings Preserve and the […]
Help kickstart 2024 with Partners for Clean Streams! This year we will be continuing our much loved Clean Your Streams, Get the Lead Out, Storm Drain Marking, and Reel in and Recycle programs. We’ll also be launching the volunteering component of our brand-new Clean Water Action in Toledo water monitoring program! Until our stewardship […]
In 2023, UT, TMACOG, and PCS continued an ongoing project to help communities adjust road salt methods while reducing its harmful impacts on water. From local research to identifying key watersheds, we’ve got project progress to share! Ohio EPA awarded the University of Toledo a Great Lakes Restoration Initiative grant, with TMACOG and PCS, to […]
Using too much salt to de-ice can have negative impacts on our streams. Fortunately, municipalities and individuals are stepping up their efforts to use salt smartly. Check out some of our favorite salt tips. The Cuyahoga Soil and Water Conservation District has summarized best practices with an acronym that couldn’t be easier to remember: S.A.L.T. […]
Although they may not be the first resolutions that comes to mind, you can include protecting waterways in your New Year’s resolutions! The best goals are specific and measurable, so we’ve assembled some potential intentions you can commit to in 2024. Commit to Using Reusables• Practice skipping straws. When you order at a drive-through or […]