The Benjamin Logan Environmental Science Club has enjoyed a busy and inspiring month filled with weekly activities designed to spark curiosity, build environmental knowledge, and develop hands-on skills. From studying nocturnal predators to planting pollinator habitats and designing imaginary bird species, our young scientists continue to embrace every opportunity to learn about the natural world....
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Benjamin Logan Environmental Science Club Enjoys a Day at Jolly Acres Farm
The Benjamin Logan Environmental Science Club spent a beautiful day at Jolly Acres Farm, thanks to the generosity of the Brewer family, who opened their farm for an unforgettable, hands-on learning experience. Students began the day by embracing the fall season—painting pumpkins, making apple cider, and touring the farm. The Brewers demonstrated the entire cider-making...
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Benjamin Logan Environmental Science Club Launches Its Eighth Year of Exploration and Stewardship
The Benjamin Logan Environmental Science Club (ESC) kicked off its eighth year on October 1, welcoming 29 enthusiastic students eager to engage with nature, learn about environmental science, and make a hands-on impact on their school campus. After introductions, each student shared what drew them to the program—most citing a love for nature, the outdoors,...
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Benjamin Logan Environmental Science Club Takes Action Against Invasive Species
The Benjamin Logan Environmental Science Club continues to make a positive impact on their campus and local ecosystem. This past Wednesday, club members dedicated their after-school session to removing invasive plant species, specifically bush honeysuckle and autumn olive — two non-native species known to cause significant harm to local environments. Invasive species often outcompete native...
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Logan County Land Trust Protects 220 Acres at Kirkmont Center
The Logan County Land Trust is thrilled to announce the successful closing of a Conservation Easement for Kirkmont Center in Zanesfield. This easement marks a major milestone for land preservation in our region, ensuring that approximately 220 acres of natural area will be protected from future development. Partnership and Funding This conservation success was made...
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Enviro-Camp 2025: A Week of Wonder, Learning, and Stewardship
Dear Enviro-Camp families, We hope everyone has recovered from last week’s adventures (it took us a day or two, too!). Most importantly, we hope your campers had a blast—and took home lasting lessons about our planet and their role as environmental stewards. Enjoy the attached photos, and keep an eye out for a large image...
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Enviro-Camp 25 Kicks Off: A Week of Discovery and Stewardship
For the third consecutive year, the Logan County Land Trust and Kirkmont Center have partnered to provide young people in Logan County with a one-of-a-kind outdoor learning experience. Enviro-Camp 25 began this morning, August 4th, welcoming 29 enthusiastic campers ready to explore the natural world and their role in protecting it. Day One: Finding Your...
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Logan County Land Trust’s Summer Tour 25: Exploring History and Regenerative Agriculture
The Logan County Land Trust’s fifth annual bus trip, known as Summer Tour 25, took twenty-four Logan County residents on a journey through Ohio’s agricultural history and into the future of sustainable farming practices. A Step Back in Time: Rock Mill The day began at Rock Mill in Fairfield County, one of only four remaining...
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Announcing Summer Tour 2025
Dear Friends and Followers of the Logan County Land Trust We are excited to announce a summer opportunity to visit the Rock Mill, Brandt Farm, The Ohio Glass Museum, and The Hopewell Culture National Historical Park. The trip is being offered by the Logan County Land Trust. This is our 5th annual Summer Tour. The...
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Greetings from the World “Outside”: Benjamin Logan Environmental Science Club Embraces Spring with Adventure and Learning
The Benjamin Logan Environmental Science Club has been busy making the most of spring with a wide range of hands-on experiences that bring science to life—outside the classroom. Supported by the Logan County Land Trust and dedicated volunteer teachers from Benjamin Logan Schools, the club continues to offer students unforgettable opportunities to explore, discover, and...