EDITOR’S NOTE: This story was originally published by the Ohio Department of Natural Resources. COLUMBUS – The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service recently declared the Scioto madtom, a fish native to Ohio, extinct, according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Wildlife. The Scioto madtom, a small, nocturnal species of catfish, was formerly […]
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Deer hunters can support Ohio food banks with venison
EDITOR’S NOTE: This story was originally published by the Ohio Department of Natural Resources. COLUMBUS – The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Wildlife is once again partnering with Farmers and Hunters Feeding the Hungry (FHFH) to support local food banks with donated venison. Through this program, FHFH and participating processors donate harvested deer […]
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Mohican offers unique Thanksgiving dinner option
PERRYSVILLE — Looking for a place to enjoy a table full of turkey, mashed potatoes, green bean casserole, cranberry sauce and more without the fuss of cleaning up afterwards? Let the lodges serve your Thanksgiving feast as Ohio State Parks serve the perfect setting for your meal. In north central Ohio, that means a trip […]
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Funding announced to improve bird habitat in Ohio
COLUMBUS — The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Natural Resources Conservation Service has announced a statewide effort focused on creating and improving upland bird habitat in Ohio. Private landowners and producers can apply for funding through the NRCS Environmental Quality Incentives Program. Applications for EQIP are taken on a continuous basis. However, interested landowners are encouraged […]
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Leaf seekers find an inviting destination at Mohican State Park
PERRYSVILLE — The colors seemed to come alive over the weekend as the autumn temperatures dipped. North central Ohio is entering its peak color period and one of the best spots to take in the scenery is Mohican State Park. Take a twilight owl hike, create the ultimate s’more, canoe along a lazy river or fly […]
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Milkweed seed pod collection benefits Monarch butterflies, other pollinators
MANSFIELD — One sign of autumn is the colors on tree leaves are beginning to change into hues of red, orange, and gold. What a beautiful time of year to be outside and enjoy nature. Another sign of fall is seeing milkweed seed pods starting to dry out in preparation of being harvested. Milkweed is the only […]
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Fall in love with ‘Fall in Ohio’
MANSFIELD — As the breeze turns crisp and the leaves start to crunch, TourismOhio’s list of the “100 Things to Do in Ohio This Fall” is a fitting reminder of the many opportunities to get out and explore the heart of it all this fall. “Fall is a wonderful time for adventure in Ohio,” said Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine. “In just […]
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Ohio’s deer archery season begins Sept. 30
EDITOR’S NOTE: This story was originally published by the Ohio Department of Natural Resources. COLUMBUS – One of Ohio’s most popular outdoor traditions continues when deer archery hunting begins statewide on Saturday, Sept. 30, according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Wildlife. The long-awaited opening day of archery season continues to see […]
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Gathering milkweed pods will support migrating Monarchs
COLUMBUS – As fall approaches, eastern monarch butterflies are migrating through Ohio on their way to overwintering sites in Mexico, and milkweed seed pods are ready to be picked, according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Wildlife. Monarchs travel between 50 and 100 miles per day on a journey that may cover […]
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1st OMBC Mohican Triathlon was no easy feat for these feet
LOUDONVILLE — I finished a race on Sept. 9, and, for a brief moment, experienced the elation of being in the lead. Happiness, however, is fleeting — especially when your legs and body cannot physically keep up. I can see how being in the lead of a race is motivating, though. The urge to maintain […]