Everyone can play a role in conserving the diversity of life in the region. For instance, you can:

• Help stop the spread of non-native, invasive species by keeping them out of your yard. Instead, plant only native species and help restore biodiversity by removing non-native, invasive species. (For more information, see the websites of the Ohio Invasive Plant Council  or Ohio Department of Natural Resources. 
• Volunteer with a local conservation organization to pull garlic mustard or other invasive plants.
• Use less fertilizer, pesticide, and herbicide. Most native plants thrive without pesticides.
• Support programs for the humane control of white-tailed deer populations. 
• Support public policies that aid the redevelopment of existing cities and towns rather than subsidize poorly planned growth in rural areas. 
• Support conservation development zoning that uses land efficiently and avoids sensitive natural areas. 
• Support park levies and other initiatives to fund conservation. 
• Buy sustainably harvested wood products, recycled paper products, and organically grown foods.
• Be an ambassador for nature; introduce others to the biodiversity of the region. 
• Take a child for a hike in the woods. 
• Support your favorite conservation organization.