Ohio Department of Natural Resources - camping, boating, fishing, hunting, biking, hiking in Ohio

In partnership with the Department of Jobs and Family Services, ODNR has introduced the Ohio Recovery Conservation Corps. A program aimed at getting youth to work on projects throughout the various DNR properties.

Explore the Outdoors

Explore the Outdoors is an exciting, hands-on family program that gives Ohio children the opportunity to reunite with nature, improve their physical and emotional health and discover the rewards of becoming environmental stewards. Explore here!

Boat Safety Reminder

Professional boat racer Kevin Klosterman reminds Ohio boaters to be aware and safe while boating this summer by avoiding the use of alcohol.
More information is available on the Division of Watercraft website.

Boating in Ohio

Memorial day marks the start of prime boating season here in Ohio. There are numerous boating opportunities and family friendly destinations throughout the state. When you go boating this summer please remember to wear a life jacket, avoid alcohol, and keep an eye out for other boaters. For more information please visit the Division of Watercraft website.

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Ohio's Peregrine Nesting Season Concludes 08/25/09 Biologists with the ODNR Division of Wildlife estimate 64 young peregrine falcons fledged from 19 successful nests across the state this year. Web-Based Hunter Access Program Available August 26 08/24/09 ODNR Division of Wildlife has teamed up with the Ohio Farm Bureau Federation and the Quality Deer Management Association to announce the development of a Web-based deer hunter access program. Lake Erie Advisory Group Seeks New Members 08/24/09 Ohioans interested in promoting and protecting the excitement and diversity of Lake Erie and its watershed are encouraged to apply for an appointment to the Ohio Coastal Resources Advisory Council (CRAC). Kincaid State Fish Hatchery Renovation to Begin 08/19/09 Renovation at the Kincaid State Fish Hatchery will get underway August 25 ODNR Honored for Innovative Mine Reclamation Efforts 08/19/09 ODNR Division of Mineral Resources Management has received national recognition for a mine land reclamation project that has improved land and water resources of a previously mined area. ODNR to Offer Youth Deer Gun Hunts at State Nature Preserves 08/18/09 ODNR Division of Natural Areas and Preserves to coordinate special controlled deer hunts including youth hunts at four state nature preserves. Lottery for Special Controlled Deer Hunt at Lake Katharine State Nature Preserve 08/18/09 A random drawing will be held to select participants for a special controlled deer hunt at Lake Katharine State Nature Preserve in Jackson County.

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