Near peak conditions are expected across northern Ohio stretching down into the central portion of the state this coming weekend, according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR). “Throughout the fall season, Ohio State Parks offer a variety of organized hikes that provide an amazing perspective of the Buckeye State’s beautiful and diverse natural […]
ODNR Offers New Antlerless-Only Deer Muzzleloader Hunt
Ohio hunters may participate in a new antlerless-only deer muzzleloader season Oct. 12-13, 2013, according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR). “October is a great time to hunt deer in Ohio. This new antlerless muzzleloader weekend is a chance for Ohio hunters to enjoy the outdoors and help manage the state’s deer herd,” […]
“Hunting with Heroes” Sponsors Deer Hunts for Disabled
The Hunting with Heroes program has announced its fall hunting opportunities for disabled hunters according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources Division of Wildlife. Now in its fifth year the Lt. Colonel Ted Epple Veterans with Disabilities Bow Hunt is set for Nov. 8–10, 2013. Past hunts have been quite successful with 10 deer […]
Several Dates set for Youth Hunting Opportunities
Ohio’s young hunters have many opportunities to learn and improve their outdoors skills during several special youth hunting seasons, according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR). “Ohio offers great hunting opportunities for sportsmen and women of all ages,” said ODNR Director James Zehringer. “Our youth hunts provide parents a chance to share with […]
More Prime Hunting Time as Deer Season Opens Saturday
Several changes to Ohio’s white-tailed deer hunting regulations take effect when the first deer season begins on Saturday, September 28, 2013, according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR). New deer hunting regulations implemented by the ODNR Division of Wildlife include extended hunting hours during gun and muzzleloader seasons, county bag limits, changes to […]
ODNR Predicts “Beautifully Colored Fall Season”
For many Ohioans, autumn represents pumpkin-carving, the harvest season, bonfires and corn mazes. Spotting the first glimpse of fall color – seeing the leaves changing to strong reds, vivid yellows and bold oranges – is a favorite fall activity. The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) will be featuring several opportunities to help people find […]
Get an Up Close Look at Birds of Prey this Weekend
The Friends of Prairie Parks are sponsoring a “Birds of Prey” program on Saturday, September 14, 2013 at 2:00pm at the Tallgrass Trail. Aimee Pico, of the Lake Milton Raptor Education Center in Michigan, and Kay Oster, a Marion resident, will be back to share their knowledge and provide an up close look at several […]
ODNR Adds Online Resource to Help Owners of Small Woodlots
Approximately 200,000 Ohioans own a small woodlot (1-10 acres), and the number of owners is growing. The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) has added an online resource to assist this growing group of small-woodlot owners. “Small woodlots are important because they support wildlife, clean the air and water, and provide renewable forest products,” said […]
Registrations Available for Popcorn Festival Golf Outing
The 2013 Marion Popcorn Festival Golf Outing is being held on September 15, 2013. This event is being held at King’s Mill Golf Course and will offer prizes for the top three teams along with proximity, low score and raffle prizes. The outing will include two flights and will swing off at 7:00 a.m. with […]
Ohio Residents Encouraged to Check Trees for Signs of Invasive Pests
In an effort to protect the trees of Ohio, the Ohio Department of Agriculture (ODA) is encouraging Ohio citizens to check their trees for signs of the Walnut Twig Beetle and Asian Longhorned Beetle. Both of these tree pests have been detected in southwest Ohio and threaten the health and viability of the state’s hardwood […]