Upcoming Community Events

    We’ve got some exciting events we will be attending throughout April to raise environmental awareness and continue our mission of clean, clear, and safe water. They are also listed on our calendar, and we hope to see you there! There are 3 great events that we are looking forward to being at to celebrate Earth […]

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    30 Day Earth Month Challenge

    Happy Earth Month! We invite you to take on a 30-Day challenge to make sustainable changes that positively impact our planet. Make sure to follow our Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter where we’ll be posting our 30 Ways in 30 Days. Who doesn’t love a little challenge? Whether you are up for a challenge on your […]

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    T-Shirt Sale with Jūpmode!

    Need to add to your spring and summer wardrobe? Love water? We’re partnering with Jūpmode to bring you the perfect t-shirt to add to your collection! Pre-order your shirts here now! We are honored to be in the spotlight for Jūpmode’s Community Shirt this month. Every other month, they pick a different charity or non-profit […]

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    Volunteer Scientists Needed!

    Want to become a scientist this summer? With our NEW program partnership with Community Water Action Toledo (CWAT) you can! Starting in April, we need your help with the data collection of water quality parameters of 24 sites across four Northwest Ohio waterways. Sign up now!! The sampling season runs from April 2024 – October […]

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    Lawn Care Tips

    After getting a glimpse of some warmer weather, we can’t wait for spring to get here! With those warmer months coming up, it’s time to start thinking about lawn care. • Here are some tips and best practices to follow to ensure a healthy and beautiful landscape while also protecting our waterways: • Mow high […]

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    Farewell Kris, good luck!

    Time flies, doesn’t it? Back in 2007, a brand new watershed organization was ready for staff and I was looking for part-time work. It was a great fit and as my kids grew so did the organization. Before I knew it, we were securing really big grants and I needed help so we hired more […]

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    Workplace Giving with Northwest Ohio Community Shares

    For 11 years, Partners for Clean Streams has been a member organization with Northwest Ohio Community Shares, a workplace giving federation that connects employees to local nonprofits. You can encourage your workplace to join and support the local community. Founded in 1997, Northwest Ohio Community Shares (NOCS) is our region’s only workplace giving federation with […]

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    Great Black Swamp and World Wetland Day

    It’s no secret that the Northwest Ohio region is relatively flat. But, did you know that this same land was once covered by a vast swamp? Spanning about 100 miles across and 25 miles wide, most of our area used to exist as a network of marshes, forests and wetlands.  Across Ohio, approximately 10% of […]

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    Program Overview and CWAT Intro

    Throughout the year, Partners for Clean Streams is proud to offer different programs that are focused on continuing our mission to strive for clean, clear and safe waters. We’re here to help cure that cabin fever by giving you some exciting programs to look forward to later in the coming months! CYS Day – Over […]

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    Welcoming our New Staff Member!

      Welcome to our new Communication and Outreach Specialist! Mary earned her Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science with a specialization in Sustainable Management from Bowling Green State University in 2022. Growing up in the Northwest Ohio region, her academic and professional careers have been influenced by being surrounded by the Oak Openings Preserve and the […]

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