ST. MARYS, OH – Anglers have the chance to see fish hatchery operations firsthand when the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) hosts an open house on Saturday, April 13, from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at St. Marys State Fish Hatchery. The event is free and open to the public.

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COLUMBUS, OH – The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) recently selected Jeff Tyson as the Lake Erie fish management program administrator. Tyson has worked in ODNR Division of Wildlife fish management for nearly 20 years. He previously served as the Sandusky Fisheries Research Unit fisheries biology supervisor.

COLUMBUS, OH – The annual appearance of migrating walleye in the Maumee and Sandusky rivers brings fantastic spring fishing opportunities, according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR).

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ATHENS, OH - Any adult, group, or conservation club who has a sincere interest in taking kids fishing should consider becoming a certified Passport to Fishing instructor, according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Wildlife.

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COLUMBUS, OH – Anglers and others interested in fish hatchery operations can see it firsthand at the Hebron State Fish Hatchery open house Saturday, April 6, from 9 a.m.- 1 p.m. This fun family learning day is hosted by the Ohio Department of Natural Resources’ (ODNR) Division of Wildlife. The open house gives visitors the chance to see fish management tools used to support Ohio’s fish populations.

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COLUMBUS, OH – Spring migration will bring millions of birds to Ohio in the coming months, and the Lake Erie Birding Trail offers a great opportunity to view many rare and exciting species, according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR).

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Registration Closed; Workshop Full
AKRON, OH – The ODNR Division of Wildlife will host a free workshop where attendees will become certified Passport to Fishing instructors. The workshop is scheduled for Sunday, April 7th, 2013 from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at Wildlife District Three, 912 Portage Lakes Drive, Akron.

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FINDLAY, OH- Anglers should be aware that trout will not be stocked in the Van Wert Reservoir #1 this year. Instead, the trout will be stocked in the Van Wert Reservoir #2, according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR), Division of Wildlife.

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REYNOLDSBURG, OH – The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) and the Ohio Department of Agriculture (ODA) announced today that testing of Ohio's deer herd found no evidence of chronic wasting disease (CWD). CWD is a degenerative brain disease that affects elk, mule deer and white-tailed deer.

AKRON, OH - The ODNR Division of Wildlife is offering northeast Ohio wildlife area properties for cooperative farming opportunities.  

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MILLERSBURG, OH – The ODNR Division of Wildlife will offer special opportunities for young hunters seeking wild turkeys this spring. In addition to the statewide youth turkey hunting days April 20th and 21st on both public and private lands, the Division of Wildlife will be holding a drawing on Saturday, April 13, 2013 for a special, controlled turkey hunting opportunity within the refuge portion of the Killbuck Marsh Wildlife Area.

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DEERFIELD, OH- With the vernal equinox right around the corner, anglers are getting ready to hit their favorite springtime fishing spots. Thanks to a collaborative effort between several groups in Northeast Ohio, there are more opportunities where anglers can wet a line this year.

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FINDLAY, OH – Spaces are available for educators, leaders, or conservation clubs who have a sincere interest in taking kids fishing and want to become certified fishing instructors, according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR), Division of Wildlife. A free workshop is available on Wednesday, April 17, 2013, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and will take place at Wildlife District Two Office, 952 Lima Avenue, Findlay, Ohio 45840.

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COLUMBUS, OH – A half-mile section of Cold Creek at Castalia State Fish Hatchery in Erie County will be open to a limited number of anglers on selected dates for controlled trout fishing, according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR).

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 CORTLAND, OH – The ODNR Division of Wildlife will offer special opportunities for young hunters seeking wild turkeys this spring. In addition to the statewide youth turkey hunting days April 20th and 21st on both public and private lands, the Division of Wildlife will be holding a drawing on Saturday, April 6, 2013 for special, controlled youth turkey hunting opportunities at Mosquito Creek Wildlife Area as well as Ravenna Training and Logistics Site (TLS).

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COLUMBUS, OH – New fishing regulations are now in place at American Electric Power (AEP) ponds and reservoirs, including AEP ReCreation Lands, Conesville Coal Lands and Avondale Wildlife Area for the 2013-2014 license year, according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR).

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COLUMBUS, OH – The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) is offering aquatic education grants to schools, parks and recreation departments, conservation groups, local governments and other nonprofit organizations wanting to sponsor an aquatic or angler education program.

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COLUMBUS, OH – Applications are being accepted through Sunday, March 24, for the next wildlife officer training academy, according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR). The ODNR Division of Wildlife is seeking to fill approximately 18-20 new wildlife officer positions throughout Ohio.

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COLUMBUS, OH – Maysville High School (Zanesville) won the 2013 Ohio National Archery in the Schools (NASP) State Tournament on Friday, March 1, with a score of 3,397 points, according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR).

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New statewide and specific site bass fishing regulations are now in effect for the 2013-2014 license year, according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR).

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CANCELLED DUE TO LOW REGISTRATION NUMBERS

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COLLEGE CORNER, OHIO - Young turkey hunters will be able to take advantage of a permit only Youth Turkey Hunt at Hueston Woods State Park during the 2013 spring turkey season. Hunters 17 years of age and younger, accompanied by a non-hunting adult, are eligible to apply for a drawing to hunt specified zones within the park May 4, 2013.

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FINDLAY, OH- One loop of the walking trail at Magee Marsh Wildlife Area has been closed to protect a bald eagle nest, according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR), Division of Wildlife.

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COLUMBUS, OH – Populations of wildlife species such as the bobcat, bluebreast darter and trumpeter swan as well as Daughmer Bur Oak Prairie Savannah and Whipple State Nature Preserve have all benefitted from Ohioans supporting conservation efforts by donating to the tax checkoff program, according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR).

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COLUMBUS, OH – More than 98,000 rainbow trout will be released this spring at 63 Ohio public lakes and ponds. The first release will be on Friday, March 1, at Adams Lake in Adams County, according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR).

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AKRON, OH – Ohio wildlife biologists are frequently contacted by concerned residents who spot coyotes. Yes, frequently, but this is not cause for alarm. Coyotes are highly adaptable animals that are regularly viewed by humans throughout the state. Here are a few steps to keep in mind when you encounter a coyote in the Buckeye State.

COLUMBUS, OH - The artwork of Ohio native Adam Grimm won first place in this year's Ohio Wetlands Habitat Stamp Design Competition, sponsored by the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR). Grimm’s painting of a Northern pintail will appear on the Ohio wetlands habitat stamp issued in fall 2014.

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HOUSTON, OH – A habitat workshop series is being offered to landowners wishing to improve habitat for wildlife and other conservation goals.  The workshop series is sponsored by the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Wildlife, Pheasants Forever (PF), Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), The Ohio State University Extension, U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service (USFWS) and the Ohio Soil and Water Conservation Districts.

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HILLSBORO, OHIO - Young turkey hunters will be able to take advantage of a permit only Youth Turkey Hunt at Paint Creek State Park during the 2013 spring turkey season. Hunters 17 years of age and younger, accompanied by a non-hunting adult, are eligible to apply for a drawing to hunt within four specified zones April 20, 27 and May 4, 11 and 18, 2013.

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COLUMBUS, OH - Ohio’s 2013-2014 fishing, hunting and trapping licenses are now available for purchase, according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR).

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