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Caution urged regarding burning windstorm damaged tree debris.

Ohio law states that outdoor debris burning is prohibited from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. during the months of October and November. Burning is limited during the fall because of the abundance of dry fuel on the ground. read more

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Ohio Wildlife Council Votes on Proposals
10/16/08 The Ohio Wildlife Council has approved changes to the Ohio Administrative Code

Ohio's Fall Wild Turkey Hunting Season Underway
10/15/08 Hunters harvested 547 wild turkeys during the first five days of the season.

Pheasants to be Released at 29 Public Hunting Areas Statewide
10/14/08 More than 15,000 ring-necked pheasants will be released on 29 public hunting areas this fall.

Autumn Colors Near Peak Across Ohio
10/15/08 This is the third in a series of updates, highlighting some of the best locations to enjoy Ohio's Fall Color season.

13th Annual Forest Heritage Festival October 17-18 in Dover
10/15/08 The 13th Annual Forest Heritage Festival will be held at the Tuscarawas County Fairgrounds in Dover

Trail Funding Meeting Planned
10/15/08 The meeting for Allen, Paulding, Mercer, Auglaize, Logan, Putnam, Hancock, Hardin, and Van Wert counties will take place on Tuesday, October 21

Trail Funding Meeting Planned
10/15/08 The meeting for Cuyahoga, Geauga, Lake, Lorain, and Medina counties will take place on Thursday, October 23

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