Hiking and history enthusiasts are invited to participate in the annual Clifton Gorge Winter Hike which is a “hike at your own pace” event. Interested hikers are asked to park at John Bryan State Park’s Orton Lot and hike 3 miles to Clifton Gorge State Nature Preserve.ODNR staff will be stationed along the trail to answer questions about the natural features of the gorge, which is a National Natural Landmark. The hike also features historical reenactors who will share stories about the cultural history of the Clifton Gorge region. Additional exhibitors will set up at the John Bryan Day Lodge.

Upon reaching the Clifton Gorge Exploration Center, visitors can warm up with hot beverages and snacks and visit the indoor exhibit area. For hikers who do not want to hike back to John Bryan State Park, shuttle service from the preserve’s main parking lot will return hikers to the Orton Lot beginning at 10 a.m.

Event will be held rain or shine. Portions of this hike are moderately strenuous. Hikers are encouraged to dress appropriately for the weather, wear sturdy shoes and bring plenty of drinking water.

This is an ODNR America 250 event and also part of the official ODNR Winter Hike Series - commemorative stickers will be available while supplies last.

Agri Business Finance is hosting a workshop “Farm Finance 101 Everything a Beginning Farmer needs to know to meet with their Ag Lender”. FSA Farm Loan Officer Kim Knight will be there. Free dinner offered.

Start the new year hearing from local farmers who are having successes with new agricultural practices, including new crops, crop rotations, cover crops & other conservation practices. Presenters include Mike Beam, Roger Wright & the Ohio Hemp Company. NRCS & FSA staff will also talk about available programs through their agencies. Bring your questions and ideas because there will be plenty of time for discussion. And bring your appetite for the Young's breakfast buffet. Registration is 10$ and is required. Spots are limited so register early! Email michele@tecumsehlandtrust.org to register

This is the third part of a 6-part webinar series provided by CSU Extension. Learn about the process to create the legal structure of a farmland commons.

This is the second part of a 6-part webinar series provided by CSU Extension. Get to know The Farmland Commons Model. Consider the pros and cons of this innovation land tenure model.

Poets bios at tecumsehlandtrust.org/solsticepoetry

Your Professional Team: Real Estate Agent, Lender, Attorney 

How do you choose a real estate agent, a lender, and a real estate attorney to guide you through the farmland purchase process? How do you work effectively with them? To answer those questions, this webinar will feature a real estate agent very familiar with farmland searching and purchasing (Nathan Gudmunson of Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group), a representative of one of the Farm Credit institutions (Sarah Hoerner of Compeer Financial), and an attorney with extensive experience with farmland real estate transactions (Ed Cox of Cox Law Firm, LLP). Each will also share their tips and insights about buying a farm, based on the experiences they have had with many clients.  

This will be a full-day program at the Antioch Farm, a hub of sustainability and hands-on learning at Antioch College. This event is designed for farmers from all backgrounds, practitioners, researchers, and community leaders who are passionate about soil health, sustainable agriculture, and collaborative project development. Registrants will connect onsite to participate in generally applicable soil health training/education; to learn about the Antioch College Micro Farm’s sustainable agriculture practices; to brainstorm innovative, fundable, and mutually beneficial projects; and to socialize with like-minded agriculturalists and environmentalists.

For Sale By Owner, Seller Financing & Other Alternative Options

Finding land through listings through a realtor and with traditional lending is not the only way farmers find land and purchase it. In fact, other approaches can offer the possibility of less expensive farmland ownership. In this webinar, Mike Ghia and Kathy Ruhf of Land For Good will detail some of the alternative options out there, including FSBO and seller financing. Harold Wilken of Janie’s Farm and Rachael & Jesse Smedberg of Tulip Tree Gardens will share their experiences.  

Join The Nature Conservancy for a Soil Health and Grain Quality Webinar. The speaker is Dr. Patrick Freeze, Western Region Outreach Scientist and Applied Research Lead from Ward Laboratories, Inc.

The Foodbank Inc. will offer guided tours of its urban garden, showcasing regenerative practices such as composting, biodiversity, interplanting, and the complete avoidance of pesticides and fertilizers. Guests will also explore our hydroponic lettuce greenhouse, which features beneficial insect integration, a custom nutrient blend tailored to Dayton’s water, a recycled water system, and sustainable growing techniques.

An event for 2025 Ohio Soil Health Week. Join Great Council State Park for an interactive presentation learning all about how soils form under prairie landscapes, why midwestern soils are considered “prime” for agricultural use, how we can implement more sustainable agriculture practices, and rediscover how native cultures farmed in sync with nature. The presentation will be followed by a short hike through the prairie down to the Little Miami River and back. There will be a guided tour of Great Council State Park, the museum dedicated to learning about the Shawnee Indians who once lived in the area.

The Search, The Purchase Process & Farmer Success Stories

Mike Ghia of Land For Good and Nathan Aaberg of Illinois FarmLink will share useful information about the farm search and purchase process. Marykate Glenn of Mustard Seed Farm and Chris & March Prchal of Trogg’s Hollow Farm will share their successful farm buying experiences. 

This EcoTalk will focus on a large constructed wetland complex constructed in 2022 near Williamsburg, Ohio.

This is the first part of a 6-part webinar series provided by CSU Extension. Marvel at the Blue Rock Station background story. Learn how the Blue Rock Station farmers decided to pursue farmland commons as a pathway to farmland transition

Join Greene County SWCD for a Forestry Walk at Wilmington College’s Academic Farm! Agronomy professor Jason Parrish will be joining to discuss a variety of topics including common plant identification, management strategies for controlling invasives, effects invasives have on the local ecosystem, the benefit of removal, and voluntary government conservation programs.

Learn from Jeremy Turner about the Shawnee tribe's history with the trade of hunting followed by a walk and talk at Clifton Gorge.

Join the Tecumseh Land Trust, Caesar’s Ford Theatre, Springfield Museum of Art & the Springfield Foundation in a remembrance of Tecumseh Memorial Day. Several activities are planned for this free event.

“Come Find Art” - The Springfield Museum of Art “Come Find Art” features artist meet & greets, hands-on activities and gallery explorations.

History Program - 2pm - Jeremy Turner ( Shawnee Tribe) and Kane Stratton offer a presentation that marks Springfield as the birthplace of Tecumseh.

Panel Discussion - 3 pm - Guests of Honor Brittany Hall, Eric Wensman & Aubree Wensman, all members of the Shawnee Tribe and direct decedents of Tecumseh, will discuss the impact of their ancestor’s legacy and his effort to serve his community.

This is a free event. A food truck will be on site.

For additional information about Caesar’s Ford Theatre, please visit cftohio.org.

We will have a booth at the Hasting Farm Fest. It is a two-day country music and community celebration held each fall at the Clark County Fairgrounds in Springfield, Ohio. The festival features live performances from national and regional artists, local food vendors, artisan booths, and family-friendly activities. All proceeds benefit Second Harvest Food Bank and support agricultural programs across the region.

For more information and to buy tickets https://hastingfarmfest.com/

Stop by for a fun activity at our booth!

Kettering Parks Department presents EcoFEST 2025: The Change Begins With Us, a free, family-friendly celebration of sustainability and environmental awareness at Fraze Pavilion on Saturday, September 20 from 11 AM to 3 PM. Explore hands-on activities like recycled art, waste-free sorting, electric vehicle test drives, and a Halloween costume swap — plus enjoy food trucks, kids’ yoga, and more. Join us for a fun-filled day that brings our community together to protect the planet!

The Black Farming Conference, held September 26–28 at Central State University, celebrates and supports Black, Indigenous, and other farmers of color through workshops, networking, and resource-sharing. Hosted in partnership with the BIPOC Farming and Food Network, the event includes hands-on learning, vendor expos, and community gatherings. It’s a powerful space for education, empowerment, and advancing equity in agriculture.

You're invited to a special fundraising event benefiting Tecumseh Land Trust, held at the beautiful Springfield Museum of Art. Enjoy a silent auction featuring unique local items and experiences, along with select live auction highlights. All proceeds support the protection of the farms, forests, and open spaces that define our region.

https://www.tecumsehlandtrust.org/night-out-with-tlt

Whitehall Farm | 4633 US Route 68 N. | Yellow Springs, OH

Native flowers, grasses, trees, and shrubs

Plant catalog available https://www.tecumsehlandtrust.org/native-plant-sale

Rain or Shine
Plants available on a first come, first served basis and are subject to availability.
No reservations or presales
Accepting cash, check & credit card payments.

All proceeds benefit TLT.

7391 S Pitchin Rd., Springfield
Calling all artists…here is your chance to paint or draw on a property protected by TLT with a conservation easement. We supply the location, you supply your materials

This is a free event.

The McCulloch family is welcoming us once again to Fen Run Farms – a cozy spot along the Little Miami River in Pitchin.