To promote the wise use of our natural resources in order to enhance the environment and quality of life for the people of Paulding County.
Technical Programs
Education & Outreach
Black Swamp Nature Center
Ditch Maintenance
Soil. Water. Conservation.
Paulding Soil and Water Conservation District works hard to help farmers implement conservation practices that conserve top soil and keep nutrients in place through Best Management Practices. This helps to keep nutrients and other resources where they are needed, in the soil, and out of waterways.
Classroom visits, field days and programming help to create an understanding and a connection to the natural environment so that as children grow, they will appreciate and conserve these precious resources.
News & Updates
Spring 2026 Spotlight on Conservation
Welcome Spring! Our spring newsletter is now available. Follow the link to read all about Paulding SWCD’s current and upcoming events. Spring Newsletter
Pipe Bridge at Manure Science Review
Check out this cool Pipe Bridge we learned about at Manure Science Review! What is Manure Science Review? This event explores the latest research and on-farm practies that support efficient, responsible manure management for today’s ag producers!…
Black Swamp Nature Center Public Input Meeting
The Nature Conservancy (TNC) in Ohio along with the Pauldig County Commissioners, and Paulding Soil and Water Conservation District, is hosting an open house to share updates and collect community members’ input about natural infrastructure improvements at the Black…
Meeting date changed
Please note that the February 2026 Paulding SWCD Board meeting date has been moved from February 11, 2026 to February 12th, 2026. Both the time and the location remains unchanged and will still be meeting at the McDonald Pike Office building conference room at 8:00AM.
Funds Granted to TNC to Restore Natural Infrastructore at the Black Swamp Nature Center
H2Ohio and the Great Lake Restoration Initiative have provided grant funding to The Nature Conservancy (TNC) to restore wetland and floodplain habitat at the Black Swamp Nature Center.
2025 Election Notice
The Ohio Soil and Water Conservation Commission will cause an election of Supervisors of the PauldingSoil and Water Conservation District (SWCD) to be held in accordance with Chapter 940 of the Ohio Revised Code. Individuals who own or occupy land within the…
Pollinator plot assistance grant
Paulding SWCD would like to introduce the Pollinator Plot Assistance Grant. Limited funds have been allocated for Paulding County residents who wish to install a pollinator plot. The Paulding Pollinator Habitat Grant Program will provide financial assistance to…
Milkweed pod collection
The Ohio Pollinator Habitat Initiative is kicking off the annual milkweed Pod collection! Collection dates are October 1st-31st. The Paulding SWCD bin is located on the porch of the Black Swamp Nature Center. Please remember when you drop off your pods, that they are…
Summer Learning
There are several learning opportunities coming up this summer to anyone who is interested! These are wonderful, low cost experiences to help enhance your teaching skills. Click on the workshop to learn more about the program. 3G Educator Workshop July 15 – 17 Outdoor…
Managing Grasslands for wildlife and Pollinators
Come out and learn more about how grasslands can impact wildlife & pollinators through habitat managment. Topics include: Importance of grasslands and their impacts on wildlife& pollinators. Pollinator & grassland habitat establishment. Managing grassland…