AKRON, OH - Classroom teachers and other members of school communities who are interested in becoming certified National Archery in the Schools Program (NASP) instructors are invited to attend a free training workshop on Tuesday, October 27th, 2009.

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AKRON, OH – Spaces are still available for adults, groups, or conservation clubs who have a sincere interest in taking kids fishing and want to become certified fishing instructors. A free workshop is available on Wednesday, September 30th from 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and will take place at Wildlife District Three, 912 Portage Lakes Drive, Akron.

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AKRON, OH - Summer is over but anglers need not hang up those fishing rods for the winter just yet according to the ODNR Division of Wildlife. Fish are just coming out of their summer feeding slumps and fishing now can be as good as traditional springtime opportunities.

AKRON, OH – Northeast Ohio sportsmen and women who are interested in becoming Hunter Education Instructors are encouraged to register for an upcoming training workshop in Akron according to the Ohio Division of Wildlife. The workshop will take place on Saturday, October 31st and Sunday, November 1st, 2009. Attendance is required on both dates to become certified.

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AKRON, OH –  Kenneth Fry, IV of Akron, Ohio has been promoted to Outdoor Skills Specialist, according the Ohio Division of Wildlife.  He has replaced Reno “Jay” Reda, the former outdoor skills program coordinator for District Three.

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LAKE MILTON, OH- Late summer fishing can be tough! Add to this, bad weather, boat problems, and uncooperative fish, any or all of which can cause frustration for anglers. Thanks to the efforts from Ohio Division of Wildlife Fish Management crews, boat anglers who fish Mahoning County’s Lake Milton will find a few more “honey holes” soon.

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Any adult, group, or conservation club who has a sincere interest in taking kids fishing should consider becoming a certified Passport to Fishing instructor.

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AKRON, OH – The Ohio Division of Wildlife will hold a public drawing for controlled waterfowl daily hunting permits on Wednesday, September 23, 2009 for portions of Killbuck Marsh Wildlife Area. The drawing will be held at the Valley College Grange, 2411 Shreve Road, Wooster. Valley College Grange is located south of Wooster on State Route 226, 0.1 mile south of State Route 3.

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STREETSBORO, OH -  In an effort to reduce conflicts between humans and a local black bear, wildlife officials took action on Saturday with hopes that the bear will move on to more suitable habitat and become a bit more fearful of residential areas. 

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AKRON, OH – Many hunters are counting down the days until Ohio hunting seasons open this fall, but how many are counting push ups or laps around their neighborhoods? It’s not too late to put forth a bit of effort to improve the enjoyment of upcoming hunting adventures according to the Ohio Division of Wildlife.

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GRAND RIVER, OH - The “Northcoast Limbhangers” chapter of the National Wild Turkey Federation (NWTF), the Grand River Marine Charter Group and the Division of Wildlife have partnered to host a “Women in the Outdoors” (WITO) Lake Erie fishing event on August 29, 2009 at the Grand River Marina in Lake County.

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AKRON, OH - Over 17 million Americans enjoy the thrill, challenges, and high degree of responsibility related to recreational shooting sports. This popular activity can range from an infrequent, casual hobby to competitive training which can be used in world-renowned events such as the time honored Olympic Games. Both archery equipment and firearms are utilized in these highly acclaimed activities.

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AKRON, OH –  An agreement between the City of Akron and the Ohio Division of Wildlife will allow permits to be drawn for 12 waterfowl hunting blinds on Mogadore Reservoir in Portage County.

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SUFFIELD, OH – Educators wishing to learn how to increase or enhance wildlife habitat at their school or agency site while still teaching required classroom concepts are encouraged to attend the WILD School Sites educator workshop hosted by the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Wildlife and Suffield Elementary School in Portage County. 

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AKRON, OH- Public shooting ranges operated by the ODNR Division of Wildlife are located statewide, allowing hunters to practice their shooting skills for the upcoming season.  Six different counties including Harrison, Jefferson, Medina, Portage, Trumbull, and Wayne offer rifle, pistol, shotgun, or archery ranges.

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CLEVELAND, OH - The Ohio Environmental Protection Agency (OEPA) and the ODNR Division of Wildlife with assistance from the U.S. Coastguard- Cleveland, are working together to investigate a spill consisting of an oily substance that was dumped into the Cleveland City sewer system and consequently flowed into the Cuyahoga River according to the ODNR Division of Wildlife. The source of the spill is unknown at this time.

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ANDOVER, OH- Fish naturally relate with some sort of habitat in Ohio’s lakes. But what happens when the habitat disappears? Typically, fishing gets a lot tougher since fish spread out and can be more difficult to find. But, thanks to the Division of Wildlife and numerous other state agencies and conservation clubs, anglers who fish Pymatuning have another hot spot to try out. 

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MOGADORE, OH – Launch ramps at Mogadore Reservoir have been improved without the use of sportsmen’s and women’s valuable dollars thanks to a partnership between the Ohio Division of Wildlife and a local Eagle Scout.

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POLAND, OH –  Poland Union Elementary School was dedicated today as an official WILD School Site according to ODNR Division of Wildlife. The school is the 98th site dedicated in Ohio.

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MOGADORE, OH – The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Wildlife is entering into an agreement with The Trust for Public Land (TPL) to acquire 690 acres from The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company. The Portage County property is locally known as Wingfoot Lake Park. In recognition of the name’s historical significance, the ODNR Division of Wildlife will identify the property as the Wingfoot Lake Wildlife Area.

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AKRON, OH – Occupying the grounds of the old Akron fish hatchery, the Division of Wildlife District Three youth fishing ponds are open to anglers 15 and under beginning Memorial Day weekend and continuing through Labor Day. Equipment, bait, and assistance are provided at no charge thanks to the purchases of Ohio fishing licenses.

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AKRON, OH – Former Mahoning County Wildlife Officer Dave Brown was recently promoted to Wildlife Officer Supervisor according to the ODNR Division of Wildlife.

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CLEVELAND,OH – Wildlife biologists from the ODNR Division of Wildlife will be examining peregrine falcon chicks and placing identifying metal bands on their legs on Friday, May 8th, 2009. A total of three chicks began hatching on April 18th. A fourth egg remains in the nest unhatched.

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CHESTERLAND, OH – Participants can still register for a May 12th educational workshop combining Projects WILD and Learning Tree (PLT) as well as WILD School Sites. Teachers, youth group leaders, naturalists, and others will find this workshop both exciting and informative. The workshop will be held from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at Westwood Elementary and West Geauga High School.

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MOGADORE, OH - Dock renovations at Mogadore Reservoir in Portage County have been ongoing as part of an Eagle Scout project, undertaken with the assistance of local Scout Troop 559.

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RAVENNA, OH- April 22, 2009 marked the 39th anniversary of Earth Day. To commemorate this event, the Ohio Division of Wildlife completed one of its most successful collaborations to date. Fish management personnel and the Mahoning County Green Team joined forces to gather used Christmas trees and cinder blocks across northeast Ohio and introduce them as fish concentration devices into West Branch Reservoir (Portage County).

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BRISTOLVILLE, OH - Bristol Middle School is the latest school involved in the National Archery in the Schools Program, and the media is invited to view the program this Friday, April 17 at 9:00 a.m.

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AKRON, OH – Successful spring turkey hunters should note possible changes to locations where game can be checked according to the ODNR Division of Wildlife. Addresses, telephone numbers, and hours of operation not listed below can be found in the 2008-2009 Hunting Digest. Hunters are always encouraged to call ahead to confirm hours of operation. Find a check station online at www.wildohio.com

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ALLIANCE, OH – Ladies who like to fish: here is an opportunity to join other females with the same interest and enjoy a day out on the water! The Fishin’ Ladies of Ohio (FLO) will be hosting an outing at Dale Walborn Reservoir in Stark County on Saturday, April 25th and all ladies are welcome to join in the fun.

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AKRON, OH – The ODNR Division of Wildlife has some very strong advice for well-meaning people who pick up baby or injured wild animals.  Please leave them alone! Fascination with cute, seemingly helpless animals causes even the most reasonable person to forget that it is a wild animal capable of biting, scratching, and transmitting diseases and parasites to humans and pets.

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