What is Operation Frog Pond?
One of the single greatest reasons for amphibian declines in the United States is loss of habitat. The goal of OFP is to create high quality habitat for amphibians by promoting the establishment of amphibian-friendly ornamental ponds and wetlands. To do so we provide information for individuals to use in the construction of their own ponds. We also award small grants to teachers, schools, and community organizations who would like to construct frog ponds in their schoolyards and neighborhoods. This enables many groups and classes the opportunity to clear the hurdle of material costs in the construction of such projects. Once created, these ponds not only provide crucial breeding habitat for area amphibians, but also serve as outdoor classrooms for students and points of interest/awareness for area residents.
