ODNR NEWS Forestry

10/28/09 Beautiful hardwood leaves are currently at peak color, yet soon they will be on the ground as potential fuel for wildfires that occur each autumn in Ohio. Read More »

ODNR NEWS Watercraft

10/28/09 An updated registration fee schedule is in effect for non-motorized watercraft with registrations set to expire March 1, 2010. Read More »

ODNR NEWS Forestry

10/27/09 ODNR Director Sean Logan today announced the state’s intention to purchase the 15,849-acre Vinton Furnace Experimental Forest. Read More »

ODNR NEWS Coastal

10/27/09 The Coastal Resources Advisory Council (CRAC) will hold its quarterly meeting November 5. Read More »

ODNR NEWS Wildlife

10/27/09 Muzzleloader hunters took 474 deer during last week’s early muzzleloader deer hunt according to the ODNR Division of Wildlife. Read More »

ODNR NEWS Forestry

10/21/09 Outdoor enthusiasts can now enjoy peak fall color during visits to Ohio’s state parks, forests and natural areas. Read More »

ODNR NEWS Wildlife

10/21/09 The season for three of Ohio's most popular game species, ring-necked pheasant, cottontail rabbit and bobwhite quail, begins Friday, November 6. Read More »

ODNR NEWS Wildlife

10/20/09 Wallace "Wally" O'Dowd's $4.5 million donation provides more than 3,600 acres for sportsmen. Read More »

ODNR NEWS Parks

10/20/09 Dan West, one of Ohio’s most dedicated advocates for opening access to the outdoors and connecting people with nature today announced his retirement. Read More »

ODNR NEWS Wildlife

10/19/09 Berea High School in Cuyahoga County will soon be dedicated as an official WILD School Site. Read More »

ODNR NEWS Wildlife

10/19/09 ODNR Division of Wildlife in collaboration with Farmers and Hunters Feeding the Hungry (FHFH) announce the Chief’s Challenge to fight hunger. Read More »

ODNR NEWS Wildlife

10/15/09 Hunters harvested 438 wild turkeys during the first five days of Ohio's fall wild turkey hunting season. Read More »

ODNR NEWS Watercraft

10/15/09 ODNR Division of Watercraft has awarded grants for boating access facility projects. Read More »

ODNR NEWS Forestry

10/14/09 Dynamic blazes of orange, yellow, red and rust will provide the perfect backdrop for hikers who are ready to reconnect with the natural world this weekend. Read More »

ODNR NEWS Mineral Resources

10/14/09 ODNR will hold a public meeting in New Philadelphia on October 29 to discuss proposed abandoned mine projects. Read More »

ODNR NEWS Mineral Resources

10/14/09 ODNR will hold a public meeting in Athens on October 27 to discuss proposed abandoned mine projects. Read More »

ODNR NEWS Wildlife

10/14/09 Ohio's fall crop of acorns is a vital food source for more than 90 forest wildlife species. Read More »

ODNR NEWS Watercraft

10/13/09 Three current ODNR Division of Watercraft employees and one former employee were honored by the National Association of State Boating Law Administrators for their service to the nation’s boaters. Read More »

ODNR NEWS Nature Preserves

10/08/09 Some of the best colors of the season will be on display at Conkle’s Hollow State Nature Preserve for the 17th Annual Fall Foliage Event. Read More »

ODNR NEWS Wildlife

10/08/09 The Ohio Wildlife Council has approved changes that will affect Lake Erie walleye and yellow perch, crappies in 44 inland lakes, and Ohio River catfish. Read More »