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, and a desire to make a difference. The first session set the tone for the year with a full campus environmental tour, showcasing the many outdoor learning areas and conservation features that make Benjamin Logan a hub for environmental education. Students visited the school garden,...
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 plants for sunlight, water, and nutrients, ultimately reducing biodiversity and altering natural habitats. By clearing these aggressive invaders, the students are helping to restore ecological balance and open the door for beneficial native species to return and thrive. The students’ hard work also yielded an...
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 possible through Clean Ohio funds, administered by the Ohio Public Works Commission. These funds provide critical support for projects that preserve green space, protect natural habitats, and maintain Ohio’s agricultural and rural heritage. A Two-Year Effort The process to complete the Kirkmont easement was nearly...
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 gallery linked with this post. The Benjamin Logan Environmental Science Club will resume this fall, and we’re already planning another camp next summer. Questions or suggestions about the ESC, Enviro-Camp, Kirkmont Center, or the work of the Logan County Land Trust? Please reach out: The...
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 Way The camp opened with the theme “Finding Your Way.” Campers rotated through sessions designed to sharpen their navigation skills and broaden their environmental awareness: These hands-on activities gave campers a blend of traditional and modern skills, connecting timeless outdoor knowledge with today’s technology. The...
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 operational grist mills in Ohio. When Ohio became a state in 1803, grist mills were vital to farmers who relied on them to grind grain into meal and flour. From there, grain could be converted into commodities like whiskey, with farmers often paying the miller...
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 trip will take place on Friday, August 01. We will be leaving from the Benjamin Logan bus circle at 7:00 A. M. and returning at about 8:00 P. M. Transportation will be provided via a motor coach provided by the Lima Buckeye Bus Company. We...
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 deepen their connection to the natural world. Over the past few weeks, students have learned from two special guest presenters: Rhonda Farley of the Ohio Turkey Federation and Adam Smith, an ODNR Wildlife Officer. Together, they led engaging discussions and activities around wildlife carrying capacity...
Logan County Farm Bureau tackles policy, drones, and preservation
Local farmers, elected officials, and agricultural leaders – including Linda Venon President of Logan County Land Trust, Greg Knight Treasurer of Logan County Land Trust, and April King Secretary of Logan County Land Trust – came together on Thursday morning at Hopewell Methodist Church in Bellefontaine for the Logan County Farm Bureau’s Annual Policy Meeting, a vital gathering to discuss issues impacting the farming community and the future of Logan County’s rural landscape. The meeting covered a wide range of important topics, including land preservation, drone activity, solar energy development, and updates on state conservation programs. Land Preservation and Conservation...
Healthy Living Takes Center Stage at Benjamin Logan Environmental Science Club
Members of the Benjamin Logan Environmental Science Club rolled up their sleeves and headed to the kitchen for an evening centered around making healthy choices. The theme, “Take it to the Kitchen and Choose Health,” focused on showing students simple, practical ways to create nutritious meals and snacks—skills they can take home and use for life. Students were divided into four interactive stations, each offering a hands-on learning experience around nutrition and food preparation. At one station, Amy Keller, a registered dietician from Mary Rutan Hospital, taught the importance of protein in daily diets through a fun and educational Bingo...