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Ohio State Parks Photo Contest...

Winners will be featured in the 2009 spring issue of the Ohio State Parks magazine

Parents, guardians, scoutmasters, 4-H leaders and other adults involved in youth activities are encouraged to capture images of kids connecting with nature in one of Ohio's 74 state parks and submit those photos for the competition. Professional photographs will be accepted. read more
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Grant Program Assists Food Pantry Donations
08/26/08 - Division of Wildlife has collaborated with Farmers and Hunters Feeding the Hungry (FHFH) in an effort to assist with the processing costs associated with donating venison to a food bank

Waterways Safety Council to Meet in Columbus September 15
08/26/08 - The five-member citizen advisory council, appointed by the Governor, provides input on boating issues to the Division of Watercraft

Ohio State Parks Urging Visitors to “Swimsafe!” This Summer
08/26/08 - This is the focus of SwimSafe!, a beach safety program since 2000

ODNR to Hold Meeting in New Philadelphia to Discuss Abandoned Mine Projects in Northeastern Ohio
08/26/08 - public meeting in New Philadelphia on Thursday, September 4th to discuss proposed abandoned mine projects

Boating Getaway Destinations for Labor Day Weekend
08/25/08 - The Labor Day holiday weekend, August 30-September 1, is an excellent time to enjoy boating recreation close to home

Explore The Outdoors at Family Fest
08/22/08 - The Friends of Dillon State Park Inc. proudly present the 11th Annual Dillon Family Fest, on August 30 and 31

Opening Day for Ohio’s Hunters is Approaching
08/21/08 - September 1 marks the opening day of the fall hunting season, with Ohio hunters taking to forests, fields and waters in pursuit of some of the state’s most popular game.

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