ODNR Division of Wildlife - Wild Resources - News Release Archive
Author: ODNR Division of Wildlife Created: 9/24/2007
Southwest Ohio News

GREENVILLE, 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, ODNR Division of Forestry, 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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XENIA, OH -- Anglers interested in learning the art of fly tying and fishing are invited to attend a free workshop sponsored the Division of Wildlife according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR). In addition to fly-tying and fishing instruction by Division of Wildlife staff attendees will be able to test their new tackle and fishing skills by spending a few hours fly-fishing on site. 

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 WILMINGTON, OH -  A bald eagle nest has been confirmed on private property near Cowan Lake State Park; a first in modern history for Clinton County according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Wildlife. 

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HARRISON, 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 Division of Wildlife.

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 XENIA, OH – Three “Passport to Fishing” workshops will be offered by the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR), Division of Wildlife.  The workshops will take place at Wildlife District Five Headquarters in Xenia. Classes are scheduled for June 25th 1pm- 3pm and July 17th and August 15th 8am – 10am. 

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XENIA, 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 Division of Wildlife.
 

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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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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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XENIA, OH – A training academy for individuals interested in becoming hunter education instructors will be offered March 22 and 23 according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Wildlife. 

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XENIA, 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 Division of Wildlife.

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XENIA, OH – Approximately 200 ring-necked pheasants will be released on four southwest Ohio public hunting areas according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Wildlife. 

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XENIA, OH – The Division of Wildlife will host hunter education courses in November at two wildlife areas in southwest Ohio. These courses will be held at the Rush Run and Fallsville wildlife areas. 

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WAPAKONETA, OH - The Ohio Department of Natural Resources Division of Wildlife in conjunction with the Ohio State University Extension Office in Auglaize County and the Auglaize County 4-H Shooting Sports are hosting a Deer Hunter Workshop on Thursday, October 25, 2012. Pre-registration is required.

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CAMDEN, OH – Mulberry Pheasantry of Camden, Ohio in conjunction with the Butler County Chapter of Pheasants Forever is once again holding a youth pheasant hunt complete with guides and hunting dogs on Saturday and Sunday November 10 & 11, 2012.  The hunt will take place at Mulberry Pheasantry Hunting Preserve, 6099 S.R. 725, Camden, Ohio 45311. 

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EATON, OH - The Ohio Department of Natural Resources Division of Wildlife in conjunction with the Ohio State University Extension Office in Preble County are hosting a Deer Hunter Workshop on Saturday, October 13, 2012. Pre-registration is required. Sponsors for this event include Preble County Agricultural Society, OSU Extension, Preble County, Twin Valley Rod & Gun Club, Twin Creek Branch QDMA, Southwest Ohio Chapter of SCI, and Indian Trails Archery Club.

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Passport to Fishing is a one-day instructor training program that qualifies individuals to become Division of Wildlife certified fishing instructors, similar to a hunter education instructor. All participants will need to pass a background check before being certified.

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XENIA, OH – The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Wildlife is sponsoring a Family Outdoor Skills Day on Saturday September 22, 2012.  The event will feature shotgun, rifle, pellet gun and archery shooting activities and instruction. This family-friendly day will be held at Spring Valley Shooting Range in Greene County from noon to 5:00pm. All range fees are waived for the event participants and the equipment and ammunition will be provided.

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XENIA, OH – The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Wildlife will again hold controlled hunts on Fallsville, Indian Creek, Bott,  Spring Valley, and Rush Run Wildlife Areas by permit only Sept. 1 and 2, 2012.  These areas will be open to all other dove hunters after the first 2 days of the season. Youth priority hunts will take place at St. Marys Fish Hatchery. 

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XENIA, OH – Early registration for the 4th Annual Midwest Native Plant Conference will end June 25th according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources, Division of Wildlife. Participants registering for the full three day conference by the early bird deadline will receive a discount.  The common thread of the conference is native plants, but the event is multifaceted with great speakers and field trips, both covering a range of topics. 

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Celina, OH – The ODNR Division of Wildlife’s District Five will welcome the public to a special Open House June 30, 2012, from 9:00am until 11:00 a.m. The event will be hosted by the Mercer County Sportsmens Club; 7052 St. Rt. 703, Celina, OH  45822.

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DAYTON, OH – The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Wildlife will be banding peregrine falcon chicks at their nest site located at the Liberty Bank Tower in Dayton, on June 18, 2012 at 10:00 a.m.

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GEORGETOWN, OH – Teachers, scout leaders, naturalists, and other formal and non-formal educators interested in conservation and environmental education should consider attending a combined Project WILD & WET workshop, according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Wildlife.

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MANCHESTER, OH – The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Wildlife biologist Jennifer Norris and Diana Malas banded falcon chicks at their nest site located at the Killen Station near Wrightsville, today, May 22, 2012.

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CINCINNATI, OH – The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Wildlife biologist will be banding peregrine falcon chicks at their nest site located at the 4th and Vine Tower building in Cincinnati June 4, 2012.  The banding will take place at 10:30 a.m.

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MANCHESTER, OH – The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Wildlife will be banding peregrine falcon chicks at their nest site located at the Killen Station near Wrightsville, on May 22, 2012 at 11:00 a.m.
For a second year the Killen Station has had a successfully peregrine falcon nesting season. 

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The Larry A. Hart Memorial Scholarship Committee is pleased to announce they have recently determined the recipient for 2012.  Samuel Angle was chosen from several excellent candidates.  Samuel is the son of Andrew and Patricia Angle of Covington, Ohio.

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NORTH BEND, OH – The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Wildlife will be banding peregrine falcon chicks at their nest site located at the Miami Fort  Station near North Bend, on May 10, 2012 at 11:00 a.m.

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XENIA, OH – Registration is now open for the 4th Annual Midwest Native Plant Conference according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources, Division of Wildlife. While the common thread of the conference is native plants, the event is multifaceted with great speakers and field trips, both covering a range of topics. 

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XENIA, OH -- Anglers interested in learning the art of fly tying and fishing are invited to attend a free workshop sponsored the Division of Wildlife according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR).

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