Everybody can enjoy a good camping trip. Camping gets us away from our daily routines and gives us an opportunity to reconnect with nature. However, camping during the colder season comes with a unique set of hurdles that every camper should know how to overcome. Here are some helpful tips on how to stay warm […]
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Winter birding opportunities abound in Ohio
Editor’s Note This story was originally published by the Ohio Department of Natural Resources. COLUMBUS – Winter weather brings an influx of interesting bird species and birding prospects to the Buckeye State, according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Wildlife. State wildlife areas feature diverse habitats and are open to the […]
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A recycled Christmas Tree makes great wildlife habitat
Editor’s Note This story was originally published by the Ohio Department of Natural Resources. COLUMBUS – After the holidays, live-cut Christmas trees can be repurposed as habitat for all sorts of terrestrial and aquatic wildlife, according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Wildlife. Before you toss your tree to the curb, remember […]
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Here’s what to know before you go bowfishing
You need a little more than an arrow and a bow when you want to go bowfishing for the first time — you should take these tips with you, too! Read on and discover our best tips and learn what to know before you go bowfishing. Boat or shore One of the big questions first-timers […]
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ODNR officers will be outfitted with body cameras
COLUMBUS — Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Director Mary Mertz announced Friday that ODNR has begun outfitting all natural resources and wildlife officers with body cameras. “Body cameras are becoming an increasingly important piece of technology in all areas of law enforcement,” DeWine said. “These new cameras have the […]
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Here are tips for camping during winter like a pro
Winter camping requires different preparation than camping during any other season. Whether you’re planning a family camping trip or a solo adventure, you need to take proper precautions to keep yourself and your loved ones safe. Wearing layers and insulating your tent are non-negotiables; however, you can do more to make cold-weather camping a better […]
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Ohio’s week-long deer gun hunting season is underway
Editor’s Note This story was originally published by the Ohio Department of Natural Resources. COLUMBUS – Ohio’s annual white-tailed deer gun hunting week is off to a good start, with hunters checking 17,193 deer on Monday, Nov. 28, according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Wildlife. Ohio’s gun season is open […]