Ohio Department of Natural Resources
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Wildlife Wednesday: ODNR cautions the northern watersnake
Jul 5, 2021
Officials with the Ohio Department of Natural Resources spotted a northern watersnake while hiking the boardwalk at Triangle Lake Bog State Nature Preserve.
Ohio 'big cats': Tips for catching catfish
Jun 14, 2021
Catfishing is extremely popular in Ohio due to the abundance of productive bodies of water.
Free fishing weekend in Ohio, June 19–20
Jun 14, 2021
Ohio is offering free fishing for everyone this weekend, Saturday and Sunday, June 19–20.
Oakland Park Conservation Club Baitcasters Seminar to be held in Marengo
May 24, 2021
The Oakland Park Conservation Club Baitcasters Seminar will be held the weekend of June 18–20 in Marengo.
Ohio DNR cautions against toxic algae exposure
May 17, 2021
As the summer season heats up, so does the chance for algae growth in Ohio’s lakes, streams and ponds.
Deadline approaching to register for Kokosing Yak and Cast for Bass tournament
Apr 19, 2021
The deadline to register for the Kokosing Yak and Cast for Bass fishing tournament is fast approaching.
Big fish, sharp teeth: Ohio becomes the Walleye State each spring
Mar 21, 2021
In the springtime, Ohio is not the Buckeye State for some people. It’s the Walleye State.
Knox County Park District receives Fire STEP grant for tools, PPE
Mar 10, 2021
The Knox County Park District was recently awarded an Ohio Department of Natural Resources Forestry Prescribed Fire STEP Grant.
State urges Ohio anglers to review regulations before fishing
Mar 10, 2021
The weather is warming, the ice is melting and it’s finally time to go fishing.