As the calendar turns to 2014, Ohio hunters have another opportunity to pursue white-tailed deer when muzzleloader season opens Saturday, Jan. 4, 2014, according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR). Deer-muzzleloader season runs through Tuesday, Jan. 7, 2014. “Muzzleloader season offers a great late-season opportunity for hunters to bag a white-tailed deer and […]
Ohio Deer Hunters Donate 58,500 lbs of Venison to Food Banks
December 26, 2013 by
Ohio hunters donated 1,170 white-tailed deer to local food banks to benefit Ohioans in need during the 2013 hunting season, according to Farmers and Hunters Feeding the Hungry (FHFH) and the Ohio Department of Natural Resources. To date, food banks have received approximately 58,500 pounds of venison and 234,000 meals for needy Ohioans. One processed […]
Eastern Bluebird Subject of 2015 Ohio Wildlife Legacy Stamp Photo Contest
December 18, 2013 by
One of Ohio’s most iconic and beautiful songbirds, the eastern bluebird, is the featured species for the sixth Ohio Wildlife Legacy Stamp Photo Contest, according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR). Thanks to the hard work of hundreds of “bluebirders” who build and maintain nest boxes, Ohio’s bluebird population is at an all-time […]
Ohio Hunters Harvest more than 75,000 Deer during Weeklong Gun Season
December 10, 2013 by
Ohio hunters checked 75,408 white-tailed deer during the weeklong gun hunting season, Dec. 2-8, 2013, according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR). Most area counties, including Marion, saw much lower numbers this year. The exception was Hardin County which actually saw an increase. ”With the muzzleloader season and almost two months of archery […]
Hunters Off to Slower Start in Deer-Gun Season
December 4, 2013 by
Hunters checked 22,620 white-tailed deer on Monday, December 2, the opening day of Ohio’s 2013 deer-gun hunting season, according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources’ (ODNR) Division of Wildlife. The numbers from Marion County and all surrounding counties were down compared with last year’s opening day. The deer-gun season remains open through Sunday, December […]
Ohio’s Hunters Get More Prime Hunting Time When Deer-Gun Hunting Season Opens
November 29, 2013 by
Deer-gun season, one of Ohio’s most revered hunting traditions, begins Monday, December 2, 2013 with 30 more minutes of prime hunting time each day, according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR). Ohio’s deer-gun season is open through Sunday, December 8, 2013. Hunting time is extended 30 minutes for all deer-gun seasons. Hunters were […]
ODNR Urges Caution When Burning Debris
November 6, 2013 by
Ohioans should be aware of the outdoor burning regulations and take necessary precautions if they plan to burn debris, according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR). “We want to encourage people to be safe and responsible when conducting outdoor burns this season,” said Robert Boyles, chief of the ODNR Division of Forestry. “While […]
Ohioans Urged to be Alert for Deer on Roadways
October 29, 2013 by
Ohio Lieutenant Governor and Department of Insurance Director Mary Taylor is asking Ohio drivers and motorcyclists to be alert for deer while navigating the state’s roadways. Fall is the peak season for deer related crashes in the state. Taylor also urges people to conduct an insurance review with their agent to ensure they have the […]
Fall Colors Peak Around Central Ohio
October 18, 2013 by
As fall color peaks around the state, Ohio State Parks offer autumn adventures which include Halloween campouts, haunted trails and other family-friendly activities, according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR). “This will be the best weekend to see fall color in the majority of the state,” said Casey Burdick, ODNR’s fall color forester. […]
Eight New Counties Added to Ohio’s Fall Wild Turkey Hunting Season
October 14, 2013 by
Ohio hunters can harvest a wild turkey for their Thanksgiving feast during the seven-week hunting season, according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR). Ohio’s fall wild turkey hunting season runs Monday, Oct. 14, through Sunday, Dec. 1, giving hunters the opportunity to pursue gobblers and hens. New counties open for fall turkey hunting […]
