Research Partners
Mission achievement hinges on collaborative partnerships with numerous organizations and individuals providing technical, scientific, and financial attributes. Research projects represent an ideal framework to identify environmental conservation platform for greater study. Relationships have already been initiated with critical partners.
Toledo Zoo: Blandings Turtle Research
Field survey for the population trends of this threatened species of turtle.
Winous Point Marsh Conservancy: King Rail Banding
This project involved trapping and radio marking King Rail birds in order to provide new knowledge for this state-endangered species.
Lake Ridge Academy: Center for Scientific Research
On a biotic level, students identify the plant, animal, and protist populations found within the watershed. On an abiotic level, students examine the water quality and determine nutrient levels (nitrates and phosphates), as well as carbon dioxide and oxygen level at different locations throughout the watershed. In addition to conducting a survey of the organisms found within this ecosystem, students brainstorm on research questions that may be addressed in order to establish a deeper understanding of the biological and chemical process at work in the watershed.
Hiram College: Initiation of research internship program.
Currently designing alternative research projects to conduct area appropriate wetland studies utilizing summer interns.
Oak Harbor H.S. : Marsh access for biology studies.
To strengthen the impact of curriculum design, TRWC arranges access to local marshes for school use.
TRWC is grateful for the relationships and resources generously provided by numerous leading organizations dedicated to wetland preservation.
- Ducks Unlimited
- Ohio Department of Natural Resources
- United States Fish and Wildlife Service
- Ottawa Soil and Water Conservation District
- Toussaint Shooting Club
- Ottawa Lucas East Farm Service Agency
