Beautiful green pastures spotted with grazing happy, healthy cattle set the stage for the next to last program of the BLES Club.   Lois and Bob Stoll began the program with discussion about making better eating choices and how that will improve our health, our attitude and our well being.   Bob Stoll explained to the students how their beef cattle are moved daily onto fresh forage and how and how these techniques create a healthy soil, resulting in healthy, nutrient rich plants and animals that are consumed by humans that nourish our bodies and improve our immune system and...

The Benjamin Logan Environmental Science Club members recently invited Rhonda Farley from the Shelby County Sharpspurs Chapter of the National Wild Turkey Federation (NWTF) for a very active and hands-on lesson teaching the lost art of compass navigation.

The Benjamin Logan Environmental Science Club recently had the privilege of welcoming Just Kauffman, a private lands biologist from the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR), for an enlightening session on mammals. As part of their ongoing commitment to environmental education, the club members gathered to delve into the fascinating world of wildlife and the intricate relationships that shape our natural landscapes. Throughout the program, Kauffman captivated the audience with stories of mammals and their vital role within ecosystems. From the majestic white-tailed deer to the elusive eastern coyote, the discussion spanned a diverse array of species, highlighting their unique...

In a remarkable display of hands-on learning and environmental stewardship, members of the Benjamin Logan Environmental Science Club recently took on a unique project that will leave a lasting impact on both their school and the local ecosystem. Armed with determination and teamwork, these young students, many of whom are in the 4th and 5th grade, traded in their textbooks for trowels as they embarked on the construction of the school’s first chimney swift tower. The task at hand was no small feat – the students mixed over 1,800 pounds of cement to form the base of the tower, laying...

The halls of Benjamin Logan Elementary School were abuzz with excitement as eager young scientists showcased their creativity and ingenuity at the annual science fair. With around sixty students presenting projects spanning a wide array of topics, the event was a testament to the curiosity and passion for learning that thrives within the school community. At the Logan County Land Trust, we believe in nurturing the next generation of environmental stewards and supporting their endeavors. This year, we were thrilled to participate in the science fair by selecting two standout projects for special recognition and awards from the Land Trust....

Club members keep a journal of their experiences and write down the highlights.  Some describe these events with words, others with sketches. Periodically they are asked to share their writing with the group.   Shown above is a session in Mr. Reames’s lab where the students learned about daphnia, a freshwater crustacean that plays a vital role in aquatic food chains.  During the session, the participants learned how to use microscopes and to measure daphnia heart rate in order to understand the effect of toxins on the organisms. Above, students hear from Steve Baker, NRCS (Natural Resources Conservation Service) State Soil...