Southwest Ohio

Fallow Deer Observed in Clinton and Warren Counties

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 04:00:00 GMT

XENIA, OH – Hunters along the Clinton and Warren County border have sighted several fallow deer in recent weeks according to biologists of the ODNR Division of Wildlife. Fallow deer are native to Europe but are commonly raised for meat and preserve hunting in the United States.

Coyotes Are Present Statewide in Ohio

Thu, 15 Oct 2009 04:00:00 GMT

XENIA, OH – Contrary to popular belief, coyotes are very common in Ohio and have been for quite some time. According to biologists of the ODNR Division of Wildlife, coyotes are not native to Ohio, but have been living in the Buckeye State for well over 80 years.
“Coyotes, which are usually compared to a medium-sized dog, are found in all 88 counties of Ohio,” said Brett Beatty, assistant wildlife management supervisor in southwest Ohio. “Many folks believe coyotes are aggressive animals that should be feared, but that is actually not true. Just like most wild animals, coyotes will often run from the sight or sound of a human,” noted Beatty.

Would You Like to Learn More about Quail and Quality Quail Habitat

Wed, 14 Oct 2009 04:00:00 GMT

BETHEL, OH – The Brown-Clermont County Chapter of Quail Forever (QF) in conjunction with the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Wildlife and Bethel Feed will sponsor an information seminar on quail and quail habitat October 24, 2009.

Youth Pheasant Hunting Opportunity

Wed, 14 Oct 2009 04:00:00 GMT

XENIA, OH – Mulberry Pheasantry of Camden, Ohio in conjunction with the Butler County Chapter of Pheasants Forever is once again holding a youth pheasant hunt complete with guides and hunting dogs on Saturday November 14, 2009. The hunt will take place at Mulberry Pheasantry Hunting Preserve, 6099 S.R. 725, Camden, Ohio 45311.

Youth event to be held at Warren County Conservation Association’s Hob Camp Nature Center

Wed, 14 Oct 2009 04:00:00 GMT

XENIA, OH – Area youth are invited to a conservation event at Hob Camp Nature Center on October 17th starting at 10:00 a.m. according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Wildlife. The Little Miami Longbeards chapter of the National Wild Turkey Federation (NWTF) and the Warren County Conservation Association are sponsoring the fun filled day.

Catfish Released in Southwest Ohio Lakes and Wildlife Area Ponds

Tue, 29 Sep 2009 04:00:00 GMT

XENIA, OH - More than 7,000 channel catfish were released in eight public lakes and wildlife areas across southwest Ohio last week as part of an effort by the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Wildlife to enhance fishing opportunities for anglers.

NEW CHECK STATION IN WILDLIFE DISTRICT FIVE

Tue, 29 Sep 2009 04:00:00 GMT

XENIA, OH – The ODNR Division of Wildlife District Five has added a check station in southwest Ohio. This addition is not listed in the 2009-2010 hunting regulations.

Hunters Encouraged to Donate Venison in Southwest Ohio

Tue, 29 Sep 2009 04:00:00 GMT

XENIA, 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 four participating coordinators in Southwest Ohio. FHFH helps hunters return to their heritage as food-providers by transforming deer - renewable resources- into meals for the hungry.

Hunter Education Course Being Offered at Wildlife Areas

Tue, 29 Sep 2009 04:00:00 GMT

XENIA, OH – The Division of Wildlife will host hunter education courses in October and November at three wildlife areas in southwest Ohio. These courses will be held at the Rush Run, Indian Creek and Fallsville wildlife areas.

Check Station Added in Wildlife District Five

Mon, 14 Sep 2009 04:00:00 GMT

XENIA, OH – The ODNR Division of Wildlife District Five has added a check station in southwest Ohio. This addition is not listed in the 2009-2010 hunting regulations.

Handicapped Accessible Blinds Constructed at Two Wildlife Areas

Mon, 14 Sep 2009 04:00:00 GMT

XENIA, OH – The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Wildlife and the Ohio Waterfowl Association (OWA) have partnered in the building of two handicapped accessible waterfowl hunting blinds.

Landowners Still Have Time to Register for the CRP Grassland Management Workshop

Thu, 30 Jul 2009 04:00:00 GMT

XENIA, OH – Two CRP Mid-Contract Management, MCM, workshops will be offered in August by the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR), Division of Wildlife, Soil and Water Conservation Districts (SWCD’s) and Pheasants Forever (PF). The workshops will help landowners learn to manage grassland through conservation programs.

Make Your Site a WILD School Site!

Thu, 30 Jul 2009 04:00:00 GMT

GREENVILLE, 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 Darke County Parks.

Man Fined Almost Ten Thousand Dollars for Poaching Trophy Deer

Wed, 15 Jul 2009 05:00:00 GMT

A Highland County man will pay a hefty fine after his recent conviction in Hillsboro Municipal Court for wildlife violations involving the unlawful taking of a trophy class white-tailed deer.

Youth event to be held at Troy Fish & Game Club

Tue, 07 Jul 2009 04:00:00 GMT

TROY, OH – Area youth are invited to a conservation event at Troy Fish & Game Club on Sunday, July 12, 2009, starting at 10:00 a.m. according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Wildlife. The Miami County Longbeards Chapter of the National Wild Turkey Federation (NWTF) and Troy Fish & Game are sponsoring the events.

New Wildlife Officer Assigned to Hamilton County

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 04:00:00 GMT

Xenia, OH –State Wildlife Officer Reid Van Cleve began his assignment to Hamilton County effective June 21, 2009 according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Wildlife.

New Wildlife Officer Assigned to Preble County

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 04:00:00 GMT

Xenia, OH –State Wildlife Officer Bradley turner began his assignment to Preble County effective June 21, 2009 according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Wildlife.

Young Black Bear on the Move in Warren County

Thu, 11 Jun 2009 04:00:00 GMT

XENIA, OH – A small black bear, probably a one and a half year-old, is currently wandering in the Warren County area according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Wildlife. Biologists tracking this bear believe it is a young male on a quest to establish its own territory. As bear populations expand in neighboring states, Ohio will see Buckeye bear populations continue to increase.

Potential State Record Blue Catfish Caught in Ohio River

Thu, 11 Jun 2009 04:00:00 GMT

XENIA, OH – A new Ohio state record blue catfish, Ictalurus furcatus, may have been caught along the Ohio River in southwest Ohio according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Wildlife.

Wildlife Officer Brian Goldick Promoted

Tue, 26 May 2009 04:00:00 GMT

XENIA, OH – Former Preble County Wildlife Officer Brian Goldick was recently promoted to Wildlife Officer Supervisor according to the ODNR Division of Wildlife.

Peregrine Falcon Chicks to be Banded at Stuart Station

Tue, 26 May 2009 04:00:00 GMT

ABERDEEN, OH – The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Wildlife will be banding peregrine falcon chicks at their nest site located at the J. M. Stuart Power Station on May 22, 2009 at 2:30 p.m.

Peregrine Falcon Chicks to be Banded at PNC Bank Building

Tue, 26 May 2009 04:00:00 GMT

XENIA, OH – The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Wildlife biologist will be banding peregrine falcon chicks at their nest site located at the PNC Bank building in Cincinnati May 29, 2009. The banding will take place at 10:00 a.m.

Meadowview Elementary School Ends the Year Wild

Tue, 26 May 2009 04:00:00 GMT

MILFORD, OH – Meadowview Elementary School ended the 2009 school year as a WILD School Site after being certified by the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Wildlife.

Peregrine Falcon Chicks to be Banded at Liberty Bank Tower

Mon, 11 May 2009 04:00:00 GMT

DAYTON, OH – The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Wildlife will be banding peregrine falcon chicks at their nest site located at the Liberty Bank Tower in Dayton, on May 18, 2009 at 1:00 p.m.

PHEASANTS FOREVER OFFERS YOUTH DAY CAMP

Thu, 09 Apr 2009 04:00:00 GMT

MIDDLETOWN, OH – A day filled with conservation education and outdoor skills is being offered to youth ages 8-15 years old according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Wildlife. Pheasants Forever (PF) will again offer the Ringnecks Youth Day Camp on May 9, 2009. The Middletown Sportsmen’s Club, 6943 Michael Rd., Middletown, Oh 45042, will host the event

PHEASANTS FOREVER OFFERS YOUTH DAY CAMP

Thu, 09 Apr 2009 04:00:00 GMT

MAN BANNED FROM HUNTING JAILED FOR POACHING DEER

Tue, 17 Mar 2009 04:00:00 GMT

CARLISLE, OH – A Warren County man will serve jail time after being convicted in Franklin and Clinton County Municipal Courts for wildlife violations related to the poaching of white-tailed deer.

SAFARI CLUB INTERNATIONAL TO MAKE GENEROUS DONATION

Thu, 12 Mar 2009 04:00:00 GMT

CINCINNATI, OH – The Southwest Ohio Chapter of Safari Club International (SCI) and the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Wildlife will donate venison and other wild game to needy families in eight southwest Ohio counties. The donation will take place at Mueller Roofing, 400 E. Wyoming Ave., Cincinnati OH 45215. A time of 12:00 noon has been set for the donation. The donations will be distributed in Adams, Brown, Butler, Clermont, Clinton, Hamilton, Highland and Warren counties.

HUNTER EDUCATION HOME-STUDY COURSE BEING OFFERED

Thu, 12 Mar 2009 04:00:00 GMT

NEW VIENNA, OH – The Division of Wildlife will host a home-study hunter education course in New Vienna on March 21, 2009. This is an excellent opportunity for hunters to get their certification before the spring turkey season which opens on April 20.

PAINT CREEK STATE PARK OFFERS YOUTH TURKEY HUNTING

Thu, 05 Feb 2009 04:00:00 GMT

HILLSBORO, OHIO - Young turkey hunters will once again be able to take advantage of a permit only Youth Turkey Hunt at Paint Creek State Park during the 2009 spring turkey season. Hunters 17 years of age and younger, accompanied by a licensed non-hunting adult, are eligible for a drawing to hunt within four specified zones on April 18, 25 and May 2, 9, and 16, 2009.