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Prescribed Burn

Prescribed burns are intentionally ignited fires that burn under specific conditions in a predetermined area, to attain planned resource management objectives. Every year the Ohio DNR operates prescribed burns to help maintain our natural resources.

On November 7th, 2008 roughly 480 acres were burned at Tar Hollow State Forest to help encourage Oak tree growth and sustainability in the forest.

Tree Health

This is the time of year to asses the health of your trees. The falling of the leaves gives property owners the opportunity to take a good look at their trees.

Punderson State Park

This coming winter be sure to take a look at all that Ohio's many state parks have to offer for your family. Punderson State park is one of many with great outdoor and indoor activities that your family will be sure to love.

Live Christmas Tree

Consider using a live tree for your Christmas decorations this year. This short video describes how you can use a Christmas tree for the short holiday, then plant it in your yard to enjoy for many years to come.

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ODNR Awards $1.7 Million to Improve Outdoor Recreation in Ohio
11/19/08 ODNR Division of Real Estate and Land Management will provide grant funding to develop and improve outdoor recreation opportunities in 58 Ohio counties.

Ohio's Popular Deer-Gun Season Is Open Statewide From December 1 Through December 7
11/17/08 Ohio's popular deer-gun season opens statewide on Monday, December 1

Jefferson County Fire Department Provided Use of Fire Protection Equipment through ODNR
11/17/08 The Irondale Fire Department of Jefferson County will receive a 200-kilowatt generator through the ODNR Division of Forestry.

Mobility-Impaired Hunting Access Area to Open at Lasuan Wildlife Area Advisory
11/13/08 A ribbon cutting ceremony for the Mobility Impaired Hunting Access Area at Lake La Su An Wildlife Area to be held on Friday, November 21.

Two Plead Guilty to Poaching $13,000 Trophy Buck
11/14/08 Two men convicted of the illegal taking of white-tailed deer have been ordered to pay restitution of $12,988.

November 30 is Last Day to Purchase Antlerless Deer Permits
11/12/08 ODNR Division of Wildlife reminds hunters that they have until Sunday, November 30 to purchase a $15 antlerless deer permit

Licking County Archers Lead Ohio in Number of Deer Killed
11/12/08 Bow hunters killed 51,620 deer during the first six weeks of the state's archery season.

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