Summer getaways, festivals and events abound across Ohio
The Ohio Challenge Balloon Festival features thirty participants in a race to win the coveted "Ohio Challenge Trophy." Take a...
Hunting/Fishing/Outdoors
‘Damsels and Dragons’ topic of upcoming SWCD program
Dragonflies and damselflies will be the focus of a free program to be held Tuesday afternoon/evening at the Meigs SWCD...
Dragonflies and Damselflies Topic of Upcoming Meigs SWCD Program
The public is invited to join Ohio State University State Dragonfly Survey coordinator, MaLisa Spring, and OSU Central Regional Dragonfly...
In the Open: Fifth graders learn about fishing… and drugs too
I've always been told there is no such thing as a bad kid with a fishing pole in his hand....
Ohio Wildlife Council Approves 2018-2019 Hunting Regulations
COLUMBUS, Ohio – The 2018-2019 hunting and trapping seasons were among the regulations approved by the Ohio Wildlife Council at...
London Pool Will not Open for 2018 Season, Officials Evaluating Conditions
The London Pool celebrated 40 years of summer fun in 2017. Photograph by Madalyn Wood. SYRACUSE, Ohio - The decision...
Painting of Redhead Ducks Selected for State Wetlands Habitat Stamp
The selected image by Jocelyn Beatty. Submitted photo. COLUMBUS, Ohio - The artwork of wildlife artist Jocelyn Beatty won first...
In the Open: Up-coming Outdoor Related Events
Meigs County Clean-Up Day coming May 19 POMEROY, Ohio – The popular, annual Meigs County Clean-Up Day will be held...
2018 Ohio Wildlife Legacy Stamp Now Available
The photo of a garter snake, submitted by Ryan Wagner of North Olmsted was a winner for the ninth annual...
Youth Hunters Find Success during 2018 Youth Wild Turkey Season
COLUMBUS, Ohio - Many young hunters found success during Ohio’s 2018 youth spring wild turkey season after 1,860 birds were...
Ohio Continues to Lead the Nation with 241 Tree City USA Communities
Program encourages citizens to be involved in tree care and planting programs COLUMBUS, Ohio – Ohio led the nation for...
Spring turkey hunting, free fishing highlight Ohio outdoors events
Spring gobbler season underway Monday All of the prep is over, Ohio's spring wild turkey season for adults begins Monday...
Reward Offered as Investigation Continues in Mulberry Pond Duck Deaths
POMEROY, Ohio - Following tips from the public and further investigation, new information has come to light concerning the deaths...
14th annual Meigs SWCD Watershed Camp slated for June 5-6
This year’s Meigs SWCD Watershed Day Camp will be held June 5-6 at the Meigs SWCD Conservation Area. Youngsters participating...
Death of Mulberry Pond Ducks Cause Community Concern
Ducks enjoying the Mulberry Pond in this file photo. Photo by Madalyn Wood. POMEROY, Ohio - Several ducks have been...
ODNR to Host Easter Egg Hunts, Hikes in March
COLUMBUS, Ohio – As the temperatures outside start to slowly warm up, the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) is...
In the Open: Bend Area experiences first Facebook Flood
Like many people I was wondering when we were going to notice climate change. I just didn’t expect it to...
ODNR Cautions Residents During Spring Wildfire Season
Photo courtesy of ODNR Forestry. COLUMBUS, Ohio – The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) reminds Ohioans to take precautions...
Ohio Hunters Harvest 186,000 Deer during 2017-2018 Season
COLUMBUS, Ohio - Hunters checked 186,247 white-tailed deer throughout Ohio’s 2017-2018 deer season, according to the Ohio Department of Natural...
Annual Meigs SWCD Tree Sale Underway
POMEROY, Ohio – In a sure sign that spring is right around the corner, the annual Meigs Soil and Water...
Hometown City Girl: In Full Bloom
Some of the orchids from the orchid display. Photo by Catherine Wolfe. I've always been a lover of wildlife, especially...
US Wildlife Officials give up on the Eastern Mountain Lion
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service announced last week that it is removing the Eastern Cougar from its threatened and...
Enjoy Naturalist Programs, Winter Hikes in February
Take a hike and enjoy some of the state’s trails in winter splendor. Photo from ODNR. COLUMBUS, Ohio – With...
Horace W. Karr Ohio River Boating Access Temporarily Closed
RACINE, Ohio – The boat ramp and parking lot at the Horace W. Karr Ohio River Boating Access have been...
Ohio Division of Wildlife Initiating K-9 Program
Wildlife Officer Gilkey with Mattis will be serving Meigs County and District 4 of the Ohio Division of Wildlife. Photo...
