Outdoor

COLUMBUS — In the spring and early summer, when wildlife reproduction is at its peak, you may have the good fortune of observing baby animals in the wild. Often, the babies you see will be unattended by a parent. Unless something seems amiss, keep your distance and leave them alone. Human intervention is always a […]

LOUDONVILLE — Jim South could hardly believe his eyes. Standing on the northern bank of the Mohican River, he looked up at the brand new footbridge and began to reminisce. The dedication of the new suspension footbridge at Mohican State Park brought back memories of childhood adventures for many of the area’s seasoned hikers. The […]

Editor’s Note This is a continuing series by mountaineer and Ashland native Adam Fox in his attempt to scale the highest point in every state. Read some of the 45 completed summits here.  There are wild hyenas in the panhandle of Oklahoma. It was 1 a.m. and we left the paved streets 50 miles ago and […]

COLUMBUS – Ohio’s youth wild turkey hunting season ended Sunday, April 18, with 1,473 birds harvested by young hunters, according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Wildlife. Youth hunters 17 years old or younger enjoyed mostly mild temperatures and dry conditions during the two-day season. Participants in the youth season were […]

COLUMBUS — Let’s get past that unusual snow storm on April 21 and look to what lies directly ahead. The Ohio Department of Natural Resources would like to remind residents Spring is marching right along. Wildflowers are in bloom throughout the entire state from the Ohio River to Lake Erie and not a moment too […]

COLUMBUS — Backyard birds, butterflies, and other wildlife can be enticed to share our space in many ways. The needs of most wildlife species are basic: food, water, and shelter. By providing these needs we can effectively bring backyard wildlife into our lives so we can enjoy them more. FEEDING MENU Wildlife feeding is one […]

LOUDONVILLE — A new swinging bridge will open up for public use next month at Mohican State Park. The bridge will traverse the Clear Fork tributary of the Mohican River, connecting the Hemlock Gorge Trail with the recently restored Gorge Overlook Trail. Hikers should be able to stroll across the bridge by May 7, according […]

Canada geese are probably the most adaptable and tolerant of all native waterfowl. If left undisturbed, they will readily establish nesting territories on any suitable pond, be it located on a farm, backyard, golf course, apartment or condominium complex, or city park. Most people will welcome and start feeding the first pair of geese on […]

LUCAS — Hiking around Malabar Farm State Park offers a wide range of views and exciting experiences. One unique aspect of the landscape is the Rock City Cave off of Butternut Trail. Rocky City Cave can be found on a north-facing slope of the trail at approximately 1,150 feet elevation. It is believed to be […]