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## Licking County and Central Ohio Garden Enthusiasts: Growing Community Through Local Gardening
NEW GROUP!
We're just getting started and looking for our first members to help this community grow from the ground up!
We're a relaxed community of gardening enthusiasts in Licking County and Central Ohio who share a passion for native plants, pollinators, sustainable practices, and Ohio's natural beauty.
*What to expect:*
• Regular posts about local gardening events, plant sales, workshops, and nature programs
• Opportunities to connect with fellow gardeners in our rural community
• A platform to share gardening tips, plant suggestions, and local resources
• Occasional informal meetups at community gardens, arboretums, and nature centers
*A personal note from the organizer:*
As a recent transplant to the area, I'm starting this group to put down roots in more ways than one! Gardening has brought me joy, better health, connection with nature, and a sense of purpose - benefits I hope to share with neighbors who feel the same way.
*This group is perfect for anyone interested in:*
• Learning about Ohio native plants and supporting pollinators
• Discovering local gardening resources and events you might otherwise miss
• Connecting with neighbors who share your gardening interests
• Building a more resilient, nature-friendly community in our rural area
Whether you're an experienced gardener or just starting out, join us to stay informed about local gardening happenings and connect with like-minded enthusiasts in Licking County and beyond!
No membership fees or participation requirements - simply join, stay informed, and participate when you can.
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Tree People: Tree ID and Forest Literacy Course $25Stratford Ecological Center, Delaware, OH
Hosted by Arc of Appalachia
Tree People
TREE ID & FOREST LITERACY OUTINGS
Dozens of Field Trip Offerings All Across OhioAugust 23, 2025 - 10 am - 3 pm
$25/person
Knowing your trees is a direct doorway to nature literacy, land stewardship, and a strong and fulfilling sense of place. Knowing your trees connects you to the thousands of life forms that a healthy forest supports. What would Ohio look like if people – LOTS of people – knew their trees? What if Ohio boasted the most forest-literate citizens of any state in the nation? What would change? Everything! All of it good; all of it life-supporting. If you have always wanted to master the skill of forest literacy, or deepen the knowledge you already have, then this is the program that you won't want to miss! We will be sponsoring over two dozen field trips in forests all across Ohio. The groups will be limited to 12 people or less and will be led by an expert teacher who is eager to mentor you. Learn your trees and pass it on!
Tree People: Tree ID and Forest Literacy Course Registration click here Also Includes a list of othered field trip locations in Ohio (same day)
Central Ohio Location: Stratford Ecological Center - Nonprofit
County: Delaware
Leaders: Jeff Dickinson
Length of Trail:
Difficulty: ModerateThe Stratford Ecological Center privately owns and operates 236 acres of forest and farmland, including 95 acres in the Stratford Woods State Nature Preserve, another 65 acres of non-preserve forests, and 65 acres that serve as an educational farm that serves as the classroom for over 16,000 visitors annually. Stratford has 4 ½ miles of cleared trails highlighting a diversity of terrains. Our 160 acres of forest highlights diverse zones of species composition, from early succession, dominated by forested remnants left from forest harvests in the early 20th century, that are surrounded by numerous species of invasive plants, to later stages of succession including hickory/maple, maple/beech, and oak/hickory communities.
