Scenic Rivers Program Moved to Division of Watercraft
 Management of the state’s Scenic Rivers Program has been transferred to the Division of Watercraft from ODNR’s Division of Natural Areas and Preserves in accordance with provisions of the biennial state budget approved by state lawmakers in July. » read more
Kayak Pond a Hit at State Fair
For the second year in a row, fair-goers were able to experience Ohio’s fastest growing watersport, kayaking, in the new permanently constructed Kayak Pond located in the middle of the Natural Resources Park at the Ohio State Fair. » read more
"Wear It Ohio!" Campaign Wraps Up for 2009
 The Division successfully completed in mid-summer its second year of the Wear It Ohio! life jacket awareness campaign, a life jacket loan program that seeks to positively change the behavior of Ohio boaters. » read more
Paddle Quest
The season’s final Paddle Quest event is scheduled for 10 a.m. on Saturday, September 26 at Salt Fork State Park near Cambridge. The event series is hosted by retailer Gander Mountain in partnership with ODNR. No experience is required to participate in this free event, which is open to people of all ages, although all are required to wear U.S. Coast Guard-approved life jackets. Canoes, kayaks, paddles and life jackets are not provided, so participants must bring their own equipment. Participants under age 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Pre-registration for this event is required for prize eligibility. Call Gander Mountain for more info (614-856-0066).
Career Opportunities on the Water
Have you ever considered a career in the marine industry? A variety of jobs can put you on the water doing something you love. » read more
Grant Spotlight: Kent State University's Adventure Program
 As part of their Adventure Trips and Outdoor Instruction program, the Kent State University (KSU) Adventure Center offers a boating safety and paddling education program, including a wide variety of kayaking trips and instructional clinics. » read more
New U.S. Coast Guard 9th District Commander
U.S. Coast Guard Admiral and Elyria, Ohio native Peter Neffenger, age 53, recently was appointed commander of the 9th District headquartered in Cleveland. He now oversees all Coast Guard operations for the Great Lakes region and St. Lawrence Seaway. In his youth, Admiral Neffenger is said to have taken sailing lessons based out of a Lorain marina. Neffenger commands a staff of nearly 8,000 men and women assigned to 47 separate U.S. Coast Guard stations throughout the 9th District. The district encompasses a region of 6,700 shoreline miles and 1,500 miles of the international border with Canada. His most recent assignment was at Coast Guard headquarters in Washington D.C. overseeing drafting of the agency’s budget.
E-15 Ethanol and What It May Mean for Boaters
 The Environmental Protection Agency is poised to allow for the introduction into retail gasoline markets of ethanol-blended fuels containing up to 15 percent ethanol instead of the current 10 percent limit. » read more
Cedar Point Boat Show
The North American In-Water Boat Show returns to Cedar Point Marina in Sandusky, September 16-20. Among the many spectacular pleasure and sailing boats on display are a number of product and service displays, the brokerage pier, party barge, demo dock and Discover Sailing Center.
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Horsepower Limit Unchanged at Piedmont, Clendening Lakes
Muskingum Watershed Conservancy District announced that there will be NO changes in horsepower limits or boating rules for Piedmont Lake or Clendening Lake in Harrison County. Motors greater than 10 horsepower may not be operated on either lake. |