Northeast Ohio

Punderson Lake to be stocked with rainbow trout on November 24

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 04:00:00 GMT

NEWBURY, OH- Several hundred surplus “broodstock” rainbow and golden-strain rainbow trout will be stocked in Punderson Lake in Geauga County just before the Thanksgiving holiday on Tuesday, November 24, 2009.

Public drawing to be held for beaver and otter trapping on Grand River Wildlife and LaDue Public Hunting areas

Thu, 22 Oct 2009 04:00:00 GMT

AKRON, OH - The Ohio Division of Wildlife will be holding special drawings to select trappers for harvesting beaver and river otter on public properties.

Berea High School Named the 100th Wild School Site in Ohio

Thu, 22 Oct 2009 04:00:00 GMT

BEREA, OH - On Wednesday, October 21st, Berea High School in Cuyahoga County was dedicated as an official WILD School Site by the ODNR Division of Wildlife. A small ceremony was held on the school grounds and a gathering at the City of Berea’s Coe Lake followed. The school was named the 100th site dedicated in Ohio.

2009-2010 Beaver Trapping Opportunities Available

Thu, 15 Oct 2009 04:00:00 GMT

AKRON, OH - Nuisance beaver populations at several of its reservoirs has prompted the Muskingum Watershed Conservancy District (MWCD) to conduct a public drawing for beaver trapping permits this season in cooperation with the ODNR Division of Wildlife.

Division of Wildlife Expands Wetland Habitat for Wildlife and Recreation

Tue, 13 Oct 2009 04:00:00 GMT

AKRON, OH – A partnership between the Ohio Division of Wildlife and Ducks Unlimited, a world leader in wetlands conservation, as well as funding from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service has facilitated an important wildlife habitat expansion project in Wayne County.

Portage, Stark, & Summit County Hunters Encouraged to Donate Venison

Fri, 09 Oct 2009 04:00:00 GMT

AKRON, OH - Farmers and Hunters Feeding the Hungry (FHFH), a ministry that provides nutritious venison to the hungry through food banks and local feeding programs now has a participating chapter for Portage, Stark, and Summit counties.

New State Wildlife Officer Assigned to Tuscarawas County

Fri, 09 Oct 2009 04:00:00 GMT

AKRON, OH – Wade Dunlap has been assigned as the new state wildlife officer for Tuscarawas County, according to the Ohio Division of Wildlife.

New Wildlife Officer Assigned to Ashtabula County

Fri, 09 Oct 2009 04:00:00 GMT

AKRON, OH – Jason P. Hadsell has been assigned as the new state wildlife officer for Ashtabula County, according to the Ohio Division of Wildlife.

Deer Check Station Addition in Jefferson County

Wed, 30 Sep 2009 04:00:00 GMT

AMSTERDAM, OH – The ODNR Division of Wildlife announces an addition to where Ohio hunters may check in their deer in Jefferson County.

Hunters Encouraged to Donate Venison in Northeast Ohio

Wed, 30 Sep 2009 04:00:00 GMT

AKRON, OH - Farmers and Hunters Feeding the Hungry (FHFH), a ministry that provides nutritious venison to the hungry through food banks and local feeding programs now has seven participating coordinators in Northeast Ohio. FHFH helps hunters return to their heritage as food-providers by transforming deer - renewable resources- into meals for the hungry.

Opportunities Abound For Fall Fishing In Northeast Ohio

Tue, 22 Sep 2009 04:00:00 GMT

AKRON, OH - Summer is over but anglers need not hang up those fishing rods for the winter just yet according to the ODNR Division of Wildlife. Fish are just coming out of their summer feeding slumps and fishing now can be as good as traditional springtime opportunities.

Spaces Still Available For Certified Fishing Instructor Workshop in Akron

Tue, 22 Sep 2009 04:00:00 GMT

AKRON, OH – Spaces are still available for adults, groups, or conservation clubs who have a sincere interest in taking kids fishing and want to become certified fishing instructors. A free workshop is available on Wednesday, September 30th from 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and will take place at Wildlife District Three, 912 Portage Lakes Drive, Akron.

Free training workshop for new NASP instructors

Tue, 22 Sep 2009 04:00:00 GMT

AKRON, OH - Classroom teachers and other members of school communities who are interested in becoming certified National Archery in the Schools Program (NASP) instructors are invited to attend a free training workshop on Tuesday, October 27th, 2009.

Training Workshop for New Ohio Hunter Education Instructors To Be Held At Wildlife District Three In Akron

Wed, 09 Sep 2009 04:00:00 GMT

AKRON, OH – Northeast Ohio sportsmen and women who are interested in becoming Hunter Education Instructors are encouraged to register for an upcoming training workshop in Akron according to the Ohio Division of Wildlife. The workshop will take place on Saturday, October 31st and Sunday, November 1st, 2009. Attendance is required on both dates to become certified.

Fry Promoted to New Outdoor Skills Specialist for Northeast Ohio

Thu, 03 Sep 2009 04:00:00 GMT

AKRON, OH – Kenneth Fry, IV of Akron, Ohio has been promoted to Outdoor Skills Specialist, according the Ohio Division of Wildlife. He has replaced Reno “Jay” Reda, the former outdoor skills program coordinator for District Three.

Lake Milton Gets More “Structured”

Thu, 27 Aug 2009 04:00:00 GMT

LAKE MILTON, OH- Late summer fishing can be tough! Add to this, bad weather, boat problems, and uncooperative fish, any or all of which can cause frustration for anglers. Thanks to the efforts from Ohio Division of Wildlife Fish Management crews, boat anglers who fish Mahoning County’s Lake Milton will find a few more “honey holes” soon.

Participants Encouraged To Attend Free Workshop and Become A Certified Fishing Instructor

Mon, 24 Aug 2009 05:00:00 GMT

Any adult, group, or conservation club who has a sincere interest in taking kids fishing should consider becoming a certified Passport to Fishing instructor.

Waterfowl Hunting Opportunities At Killbuck Marsh Wildlife Area

Tue, 18 Aug 2009 04:00:00 GMT

AKRON, OH – The Ohio Division of Wildlife will hold a public drawing for controlled waterfowl daily hunting permits on Wednesday, September 23, 2009 for portions of Killbuck Marsh Wildlife Area. The drawing will be held at the Valley College Grange, 2411 Shreve Road, Wooster. Valley College Grange is located south of Wooster on State Route 226, 0.1 mile south of State Route 3.

Wildlife Officials Take First Step To Encourage Bear Out Of Streetsboro

Mon, 03 Aug 2009 04:00:00 GMT

STREETSBORO, OH - In an effort to reduce conflicts between humans and a local black bear, wildlife officials took action on Saturday with hopes that the bear will move on to more suitable habitat and become a bit more fearful of residential areas.

Women Invited To Learn About Lake Erie Fishing, Filleting and Cooking, Kayaking, and History

Fri, 31 Jul 2009 04:00:00 GMT

GRAND RIVER, OH - The “Northcoast Limbhangers” chapter of the National Wild Turkey Federation (NWTF), the Grand River Marine Charter Group and the Division of Wildlife have partnered to host a “Women in the Outdoors” (WITO) Lake Erie fishing event on August 29, 2009 at the Grand River Marina in Lake County.

Shape Up For a Safer and More Enjoyable Hunting Season

Fri, 31 Jul 2009 04:00:00 GMT

AKRON, OH – Many hunters are counting down the days until Ohio hunting seasons open this fall, but how many are counting push ups or laps around their neighborhoods? It’s not too late to put forth a bit of effort to improve the enjoyment of upcoming hunting adventures according to the Ohio Division of Wildlife.

There Is More to Shooting Sports Than Just Unloading on a Target

Thu, 30 Jul 2009 04:00:00 GMT

AKRON, OH - Over 17 million Americans enjoy the thrill, challenges, and high degree of responsibility related to recreational shooting sports. This popular activity can range from an infrequent, casual hobby to competitive training which can be used in world-renowned events such as the time honored Olympic Games. Both archery equipment and firearms are utilized in these highly acclaimed activities.

Controlled Waterfowl Hunting Opportunities at Mogadore Reservoir

Wed, 29 Jul 2009 04:00:00 GMT

AKRON, OH – An agreement between the City of Akron and the Ohio Division of Wildlife will allow permits to be drawn for 12 waterfowl hunting blinds on Mogadore Reservoir in Portage County.

Make Your Site a Wild School Site!

Mon, 27 Jul 2009 04:00:00 GMT

SUFFIELD, OH – Educators wishing to learn how to increase or enhance wildlife habitat at their school or agency site while still teaching required classroom concepts are encouraged to attend the WILD School Sites educator workshop hosted by the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Wildlife and Suffield Elementary School in Portage County.

HUNTERS ARE YOU READY?

Wed, 08 Jul 2009 04:00:00 GMT

AKRON, OH- Public shooting ranges operated by the ODNR Division of Wildlife are located statewide, allowing hunters to practice their shooting skills for the upcoming season. Six different counties including Harrison, Jefferson, Medina, Portage, Trumbull, and Wayne offer rifle, pistol, shotgun, or archery ranges.

Oily Film Impacts Gulls on Cleveland’s Cuyahoga River

Fri, 26 Jun 2009 04:00:00 GMT

CLEVELAND, OH - The Ohio Environmental Protection Agency (OEPA) and the ODNR Division of Wildlife with assistance from the U.S. Coastguard- Cleveland, are working together to investigate a spill consisting of an oily substance that was dumped into the Cleveland City sewer system and consequently flowed into the Cuyahoga River according to the ODNR Division of Wildlife. The source of the spill is unknown at this time.

How Do You Provide More Hits Than Skunked Trips?

Fri, 12 Jun 2009 04:00:00 GMT

ANDOVER, OH- Fish naturally relate with some sort of habitat in Ohio’s lakes. But what happens when the habitat disappears? Typically, fishing gets a lot tougher since fish spread out and can be more difficult to find. But, thanks to the Division of Wildlife and numerous other state agencies and conservation clubs, anglers who fish Pymatuning have another hot spot to try out.

Poland Union Elementary Named A “Wild School Site”

Tue, 02 Jun 2009 04:00:00 GMT

POLAND, OH – Poland Union Elementary School was dedicated today as an official WILD School Site according to ODNR Division of Wildlife. The school is the 98th site dedicated in Ohio.

Anglers to Benefit From Improved Access At Mogadore Reservoir

Tue, 02 Jun 2009 04:00:00 GMT

MOGADORE, OH – Launch ramps at Mogadore Reservoir have been improved without the use of sportsmen’s and women’s valuable dollars thanks to a partnership between the Ohio Division of Wildlife and a local Eagle Scout.

ODNR Division of Wildlife to Acquire Wingfoot Lake in Portage County

Mon, 01 Jun 2009 04:00:00 GMT

MOGADORE, OH – The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Wildlife is entering into an agreement with The Trust for Public Land (TPL) to acquire 690 acres from The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company. The Portage County property is locally known as Wingfoot Lake Park. In recognition of the name’s historical significance, the ODNR Division of Wildlife will identify the property as the Wingfoot Lake Wildlife Area.