Prairie Information Links
Email suggested new links to us at OhioPrairie@aol.com2008 North American Prairie Conference
4-8 August 2008 Winona, MN
Other Regional Prairie Organizations
Illinois
Save the Prairie Society
Iowa
Iowa Prairie Network
Kansas
The Grassland Heritage Foundation
Missouri
Missouri Prairie Foundation
Ontario
Tallgrass Ontario
Network of organizations and individuals working for prairie conservation in Ontario.
Wisconsin
The Prairie Enthusiasts
Ohio Department of Natural Resources Sites
Ohio Division of Geological Survey
Ohio Geological Maps
A number of interesting maps are now available over the Internet, including a new glacial geology and physiography maps.
Ohio Department of Natural Resources General Home Page
DNAP Preserves Map and Information
Ohio Divisions of Natural Areas and Preserves
This site provides a map showing DNAP preserves and provides Preserve information and location data.
Ohio Division of Wildlife General Home Page
Wildlife Area Maps
Ohio Division of Wildlife
Downloadable maps of Ohio Wildlife Areas
http://www.dnr.state.oh.us/wildlife/Hunting/wildlifeareas/wildare.htm
Ohio Division of Natural Areas General Home Page
Invasive Species Information
Ohio Divisions of Natural Areas and Preserves
Helpful Invasive Species Factsheets describe common invasive plant species in Ohio.
Ohio Invasive Plants Council
Ohio Fire Laws and Regulations That Apply to Prairie Burns
Division of Forestry
Summary of Division of Forestry laws and procedures. No fall or spring fires without a fire plan, presence of a Certified Prescribed Fire Manager, and waiver from the Chief.
Ohio Environmental Protection Agency
OEPA has strict and narrow regulations for the legal conduct of prairie burns. OEPA Open Burning requirements vary from county to county, so contact the listed OPEA administrator at the bottom of this website.
Plant Species Information
USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service
PLANTS Database
In the Search box, enter a plant’s common or scientific name and get photos, distribution, and taxonomic information. Be aware that information on the presence in Ohio counties may not be valid for the modern period.
Miscellaneous Information
FHWA Roadside Vegetation Program
U.S. Department of Transportation, Federal Highway Administration
A Federal program promoting native and conservation vegetation along highways.