Watershed Day Camp to be Held June 10 – 11

RUTLAND – In a year when it seems the price of everything is going up, it is refreshing to see some things remain the same cost.

The eleventh Leading Creek Watershed Summer Day Camp will be held June 10 and 11 at the Meigs SWCD Conservation Area near Rutland, and it still costs the same as in years past… free.

“This year’s topics will include birds, fish, soils, wetlands and aquatic bugs, snakes, coal mining, forestry and tree identification, and more” said Jenny Ridenour, Education Coordinator. During these two days, students can participate in a number of hands-on activities to discover the importance of clean water and explore all the critters that make their home in and around streams and forests. All activities at Leading Creek Watershed Camp are designed to engage students in learning while having fun!

The camp will be held from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. with drop off time at 9 a.m. and pick up ending at 4:00 p.m. The Meigs SWCD Conservation Area is located on New Lima Road between Rutland and Harrisonville.

“The camp is geared towards youngsters entering grades five through eight,” Ridenour said,

The entire cost of the camp is provided by funds from the Meigs Soil and Water Conservation District and local businesses. There is no fee for campers, and lunch and snacks will be provided. However campers should wear clothing suitable for rugged outside use, and bring plenty of sunscreen and bug repellent.

Instructors and staff members at camp are from the Meigs SWCD, Hocking College, OSU Extension, Ohio Department of Natural Resources and many others.

To register, or for more information, Jenny Ridenour at the Meigs SWCD in Pomeroy at 740-992-4282. Registration is due by June 8 and will be limited to the first 50 campers.