The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) aims to develop and wisely use the state's natural resources to promote the health, happiness, and wholesome enjoyment of life for the people of Ohio. ODNR is responsible for managing over 800,000 acres of land, including state parks, forests, nature preserves, and wildlife areas, overseeing more than 120,000 acres of inland waters, licensing hunting, fishing, and watercraft, monitoring dam safety, managing water resources, mapping geologic structures, permitting mineral extraction, and providing outdoor grant programs to communities.
This grant program is aimed at individuals and organizations looking to engage in wetland restoration projects on private lands within Ohio. It primarily supports activities such as tile cuts and the construction of small, low-level dikes, which are essential for restoring or enhancing the wetland's hydrology. The goal is to provide financial assistance to cover costs associated with these specific restoration activities.