West Creek Conservancy

Learn how Ohio Regional Sewer District is embracing eco-friendly solutions like rain gardens, permeable pavements, bioretention, and green roofs to combat urban runoff and promote sustainability: https://www.neorsd.org/stormwater-2/green-infrastructure-what-and-why/

Have you gotten your tickets yet? You don't want to miss this event!

Our annual fundraising benefit, Up! A Creek, is happening on Saturday, September 7th at Landerhaven. This event has sold out for eight years in a row, so be sure to get your tickets today: https://2024upacreek.eventbrite.com/

By attending, you are supporting West Creek in our mission to enhance the lives of everyone in Northeast Ohio by conserving natural habitats, restoring the ecological value of our region’s lands and waters, and creating opportunities for people from all backgrounds to connect with nature and explore the great outdoors.

Next on the Gardening for Conservation Webinar Series: Managing Invasive Plants in Your Landscape with Kathy Smith, OSU, and Derrick Cooper on July 24th!

Join Nature Conservancy in Ohio & Ohio State University Extension every fourth Wednesday of each month through September 25th, from 6:00 - 7:15 pm ET!

Upcoming Topics Include:
🦌 August 28: Dealing with Wildlife in the Garden with Marne Titchenell and Ashley Kulhanek, OSU
♻️ September 25: Home Composting with Tim McDermott, OSU, and Danae Wolfe

Don't miss this opportunity to learn, grow, and make a positive impact on our environment! For more details and to register, visit:

https://www.nature.org/en-us/get-involved/how-to-help/events/gardening-for-conservation/

You're invited! Join us as we celebrate conserving habitats, restoring land and creating opportunities for everyone to enjoy nature. Our Up! A Creek fundraising gala has sold out for eight consecutive years, so be sure to get your tickets today: https://2024upacreek.eventbrite.com/

Saturday, Sept 7th
5:00 - 11:30 PM
Landerhaven, 6111 Landerhaven Drive, Mayfield Heights, Ohio

Results from our Native Seed Collection Program last Fall has been incredible! Thanks to your efforts, we’ve collected and potted a diverse array of native seeds that are now flourishing in our nursery.

Check out these amazing photos of the seeds we gathered from your yards. These will all be eventually planted at our restoration sites. 🌼

Your participation not only helps us restore local habitats but also strengthens our community’s bond with nature. Together, we’re making a tangible impact on preserving our region’s biodiversity. Thank you!

Thank you for being a vital part of this journey. Stay tuned for this year's Native Seed Collection Program – more opportunities to get involved are coming soon!

We are still on the lookout for two Natural Resource and Outreach Assistants through the NOWCorps program! NOWCorps (Northern Ohio Watershed Corps) is a state and national AmeriCorps program funded by ServeOhio , Ohio's state commission on service and volunteerism. Visit https://westcreek.org/careers/ for more information.

In this role, you'll steward our local environment by leading volunteer efforts, overseeing native plant cultivation, managing wildlife monitoring technology, assisting with restoration and trail maintenance, promoting the Northern Ohio Watershed Corps, and other exciting tasks. The service year runs from October 2024 to September 2025.

To apply, send a copy of your resume and cover letter to Angela Brodie at [email protected] or Claire Ilersich at [email protected].

Three volunteer opportunities are happening this week! Come lend a hand with a variety of tasks at Stearns Native Nursery for Grounds Maintenance on Tuesday, July 9th from 11:00 - 1:00 PM.

Help pull weeds and maintain the rain gardens at Bridge CLE, located on church/school grounds this coming Thursday, July 11th from 9:00 - 11:00 AM and Friday, July 12th from 11:00 - 1:00 PM.

Be ready for outdoor work and sign up at: https://tinyurl.com/r94n2u

Wishing you a bright and sparkling Fourth of July from all of us at West Creek. Enjoy the fireworks and have a fantastic day!

Summer shots from our Andover Meadows restoration project
Big shout out to Ohio Department of Natural Resources

Dinner, spirits, raffles, the popular wine toss, games, live music, and auctions are just some of the activities that await you this year at Up! A Creek! This event has sold out for eight years in a row, you don’t want to miss it.

West Creek’s annual fundraising benefit, Up! A Creek is happening on Saturday, September 7th at Landerhaven. Be sure to get your tickets today: https://2024upacreek.eventbrite.com/

By attending, you are supporting us in our mission to enhance the lives of everyone in Northeast Ohio by conserving natural habitats, restoring the ecological value of our region’s lands and waters, and creating opportunities for people from all backgrounds to connect with nature and explore the great outdoors.

West Creek’s annual fundraising benefit, Up! A Creek is happening on Saturday, September 7th at Landerhaven. This event has sold out eight years in a row!

Support us in our mission to enrich the lives of all people in Northeast Ohio by conserving natural habitats, restoring the ecological value of our region’s lands and waters, and expanding opportunities to connect people from all cultures to experience nature and discover our great outdoors.

Enjoy dinner, drinks, raffles, live music, auctions and more. Tickets are available at: https://2024upacreek.eventbrite.com/

Learn more about our sponsorship opportunities here:https://westcreek.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/WCC.99_2024-UAC-Sponsorshop-Packet_5.15.pdf

We can’t do it without you. Support our ongoing mission of safeguarding natural areas for future generations. For each dollar donated, 96 cents go directly towards land and water conservation projects.

Your contribution provides a lasting impact on the work we do. Send your support at www.WestCreek.Org/support-us

When storms threaten to flood our streets, Northeast Ohio Regional Sewer District's innovative stormwater management practices keep our communities protected and safeguard our water bodies from pollution.

Learn more at: https://www.neorsd.org/stormwater-2/stormwater-management-program/

Happy Juneteenth! Today, we honor the enduring strength, resilience, and invaluable contributions of the Black community. This day reminds us of the ongoing journey toward true freedom and equality.

Our annual fundraising benefit, Up! A Creek, is happening on Saturday, September 7th at Landerhaven. This event has sold out eight years in a row! Purchase your tickets today: https://2024upacreek.eventbrite.com/

Our mission at West Creek is to enrich the lives of all people in Northeast Ohio by conserving natural habitats, restoring the ecological value of our region’s lands and waters, and expanding opportunities to connect people from all cultures to experience nature and discover our great outdoors.

Learn more about sponsorship opportunities here:https://westcreek.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/WCC.99_2024-UAC-Sponsorshop-Packet_5.15.pdf

Join the Euclid Creek Watershed Program this Saturday, June 15th from 9-11 AM and continue to remove invasive plants from Dusty Goldenrod Preserve. Besides pulling from the ground, we will be working with small bushes such as privet, multiflora rose, and glossy buckthorn.

Sign up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050948AFA723A7FB6-48183400-invasive #/

Remember to bring gardening gloves and small tools if you have them. If you'd like to bring a lopper, that would be helpful. Dress appropriately for the weather and be mindful of ticks and poison ivy. Next volunteer dates: are on July 6th and 20th.

Dusty Goldenrod Preserve is located at 5905 Wilson Mills Rd. More details at the signup link!

Up next in the Gardening for Conservation Webinar Series: Growing Your Own Food for Conservation with Tim McDermott, OSU, and A.J. Boyce on June 26th!

Join The Nature Conservancy in Ohio & Ohio State University Extension every fourth Wednesday of each month through September 25th, from 6:00 - 7:15 pm ET!

Upcoming Topics Include:
🌾 July 24: Managing Invasive Plants in Your Landscape with Kathy Smith, OSU, and Derrick Cooper
🦌 August 28: Dealing with Wildlife in the Garden with Marne Titchenell and Ashley Kulhanek, OSU
♻️ September 25: Home Composting with Tim McDermott, OSU, and Danae Wolfe

Don't miss this opportunity to learn, grow, and make a positive impact on our environment! For more details and to register, visit:

https://www.nature.org/en-us/get-involved/how-to-help/events/gardening-for-conservation/

Our Natural Resource and Outreach Assistant positions are still open through the NOWCorps program! NOWCorps (Northern Ohio Watershed Corps) is a state and national AmeriCorps program funded by ServeOhio, Ohio's state commission on service and volunteerism.

In this role, you'll steward our local environment by leading volunteer efforts, overseeing native plant cultivation, managing wildlife monitoring technology, assisting with restoration and trail maintenance, promoting the Northern Ohio Watershed Corps, and other exciting tasks. The service year runs from October 2024 to September 2025.

Visit https://westcreek.org/careers/ for more information. To apply, send a copy of your resume and cover letter to Angela Brodie at [email protected] or Claire Ilersich at [email protected].

Two new volunteer opportunities at Henninger House next week! Help us spruce up the grounds at the beautiful, historic Henninger House in Parma on June 10 and June 13. We'll be focusing on garden bed maintenance and litter cleanup.

Be ready for outdoor work and sign up at: https://tinyurl.com/r94n2u

Tickets are now available for Up! A Creek! This year’s annual fundraising benefit is happening on Saturday, September 7th at Landerhaven.

This event has sold out eight years in a row! Purchase your tickets today: https://2024upacreek.eventbrite.com/

Our mission at West Creek is to enrich the lives of all people in Northeast Ohio by conserving natural habitats, restoring the ecological value of our region’s lands and waters, and expanding opportunities to connect people from all cultures to experience nature and discover our great outdoors.

Learn more about sponsorship opportunities here:https://westcreek.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/WCC.99_2024-UAC-Sponsorshop-Packet_5.15.pdf

June is National Pollinator Month! Celebrate with us by spreading awareness and helping minimize the threats they face from habitat loss, pesticide use, and climate change. A simple and practical step you can take is to plant pollinator-friendly flowers and native plants in your garden or community spaces.

Pollinators like bees, butterflies, birds, and bats play a crucial role in our ecosystem by facilitating the reproduction of plants. These tiny creatures contribute a lot to biodiversity and support our agricultural systems from the food we eat, to the flowers that brighten our world.

Today is National Trails Day!

On your next outdoor adventure, visit some of the trails we help protect at West Creek:

🌳 Hemlock Creek Trail
🌼 Brooklyn Heights Conservation
🌷 Morgana Bluffs Nature Preserve
🍃 Brandywine Preserve
🍂 Treadway Creek Trail
🛶 Cuyahoga River Water trail
🚶 West Creek Reservation

These trails offer a journey through the heart of our planet's wonders right here in Northeast Ohio. Join us in preserving these precious landscapes for generations to come.

Your support matters. Join us as we actively protect local natural areas, open spaces, streams and waterways right here in our community: ttps://westcreek.org/support-us/

Ever wondered what happens after you flush or drain? Northeast Ohio Regional Sewer District's wastewater treatment process is a fascinating journey from wastewater to clean water. Learn more at: https://www.neorsd.org/about/wastewater-treatment/

Join us as we dive deep into the science of water purification.

Learn how beautiful it can be to transform our yards into wildlife sanctuaries. Our free resource has a step-by-step guide for reducing your lawn size and substituting grass with native plants and shrubs.

Learn more at: https://westcreek.org/watershed-resources/shrink-your-lawn/

Today, we celebrate the International Day for Biological Diversity, a day dedicated to recognizing the incredible diversity of life on Earth and the vital role it plays in sustaining our planet.

Northeast Ohio is home to a remarkable variety of ecosystems, from lush forests to marshes and wetlands that support our waterways. This biodiversity not only contributes to the unique beauty of our region but also plays a crucial role in supporting healthy ecosystems and providing habitat for wildlife.

Let’s celebrate the incredible diversity of life and renew our commitment to protecting and preserving it for future generations! Join us in advocating for nature conservation and make a positive impact on our planet's biodiversity: https://westcreek.org/support-us/

Great day for a hike at our

Get involved today

We are looking for two Natural Resource and Outreach Assistants through the NOWCorps program to join our team!

In this role, you’ll play a pivotal role in stewarding our local environment. Your responsibilities will include leading volunteer efforts at Stearns Native Nursery, overseeing the growth and planting of native flora, managing wildlife monitoring technology, assisting with restoration projects, maintaining trails, engaging the public through hikes and discussions, promoting the Northern Ohio Watershed Corps through education and outreach activities, and contributing to conservation efforts through various tasks. The service year runs from October 2024 to September 2025.

Visit https://westcreek.org/careers/ for more information. To apply, send a copy of your resume and cover letter to Angela Brodie at [email protected] or Claire Ilersich at [email protected].

Join the Friends of Euclid Creek Euclid Creek Watershed Program and be a part of the environmental stewardship happening at Dusty Goldenrod Preserve.

Let's come together to protect our local ecosystem by tackling invasive species head-on. By lending a hand in invasive removal, we're not just cleaning up our environment — we're safeguarding the delicate balance of our natural habitats.

Volunteer Dates: May 18, June 1, June 15 (9-11 AM)
Location: Dusty Goldenrod Preserve, 5905 Wilson Mills Rd.

Remember to bring gardening gloves and small tools if you have them, and dress appropriately for the weather. Please be mindful of ticks and poison ivy.

Sign up now to volunteer: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050948AFA723A7FB6-48183400-invasive #/

Save the Date for our annual fundraising benefit, Up! A Creek on Saturday, September 7th at Landerhaven.

Enjoy dinner, drinks, raffles, live music, auctions and more. This event has sold out eight years in a row! Our mission is to enrich the lives of all people in Northeast Ohio by conserving natural habitats, restoring the ecological value of our region’s lands and waters, and expanding opportunities to connect people from all cultures to experience nature and discover our great outdoors.