At the Schlumbohm Easement signing from left to right, Attorney Doug Smith, Steve and Crisitie Schlumbohm, Kelli Cochran ODA Farmland Preservation. Recent news from the Ohio Department of Agriculture (ODA) highlights continued momentum in farmland preservation across the state, and here in our own community, that effort is deeply personal. Among the farms included in the...
Today marked the 56th observance of Earth Day, a global movement that began in 1970 to raise awareness of environmental challenges and inspire action. What started as a grassroots effort has grown into the largest secular holiday in the world, engaging more than one billion people each year in protecting and preserving our planet. Right...
Farm Succession Planning and Conservation Easements For many Logan County landowners, the farm is more than acreage—it is family history, livelihood, and legacy. Planning for the future of that land can feel overwhelming. Still, early, thoughtful succession planning can help ensure that farmland remains productive, protected, and in the family for generations to come. Keeping...
Local farmers, elected officials, and community leaders recently gathered in Bellefontaine for the Logan County Farm Bureau’s Annual Policy Meeting, an important event that helps shape the future of agriculture and rural life in our region. Held at Hopewell Methodist Church, the meeting serves as the first step in developing policy priorities that will guide...
Each spring, Logan County welcomes back some very special visitors—and this year is no exception. As the phrase “Bem-Vindo de Volta” (Portuguese for welcome back) suggests, the return of migratory birds from South America marks the beginning of another exciting season of learning, observation, and environmental stewardship for the Benjamin Logan Environmental Science Club (ESC)....
There’s a new addition to campus at the Ohio Hi-Point Career Center (OHP)—and it’s for the birds… in the best way possible! Through a partnership with the Logan County Land Trust, OHP has installed new purple martin birdhouses, creating a dedicated habitat to support these remarkable migratory birds. Purple martins travel thousands of miles each...
Thu, March 19, 2026 by April King as featured by The Peak of Ohio The Logan County Land Trust held its first annual Farm Breakfast on Thursday morning at Winner Harvest Barn in DeGraff. The non-profit welcomed around 80 agriculturally minded people from across the county, along with representatives from partner organizations including the Logan County Auditor’s...
Cycles of freezing and thawing are responsible for one of the sweetest treats nature has to offer. The WorldAtlas ranks Ohio 8th in Maple Syrup production for 2026 at 65,000 gallons just behind Michigan’s 82,000 gallons, but that slight didn’t matter to the members of the Benjamin Logan Environmental Science Club when they visited the...
The Benjamin Logan Environmental Science Club continues to expand students’ understanding of the many professions and responsibilities connected to caring for our environment. Each week brings new opportunities to explore real-world conservation work—and last week was no exception. Learning from a Logan County Wildlife Officer The club recently welcomed Adam Smith, Logan County Wildlife Officer...
The Benjamin Logan Environmental Science Club (ESC) continues to keep students engaged with timely, hands-on lessons that connect science, sustainability, and everyday life. Recent meetings have focused on two important topics: plastic recycling and growing healthy food. Understanding Plastic Recycling in Logan County At the club’s most recent meeting, students learned about the history and...
