Preserving Our Wetlands | Cleveland Museum of Natural History

Here in Ohio, water is our most important regional resource. Protecting our water is to protect the watershed we live in, from rivers and streams to bogs and swamps...all the way to Lake Erie. Explore the resources below to learn more about local watershed conservation efforts.

Ohio Wetlands Association

Ohio Wetlands Association is dedicated to the protection, restoration, and enjoyment of Ohio’s wetlands.

Mentor Marsh

One of the largest natural marshes along the Lake Erie shoreline, Mentor Marsh became Ohio’s first state nature preserve in 1971.

Doan Brook Watershed

The Doan Brook Watershed Partnership is committed to protecting, promoting, and celebrating the Doan Brook and its watershed.