Alliance, OH – Both formal and non-formal educators who work with children ages three to seven are invited to attend a Growing Up WILD workshop in Stark County on Thursday, August 19th. The workshop, which will be facilitated by personnel from the local Huston-Brumbaugh Nature Center, will be held at the Alliance Early Learning School from 8:30am-noon.

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COLUMBUS, OH – The wait is over for farmers and landowners seeking the opportunity to enroll their farmland in the popular Conservation Reserve Program (CRP), according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR). The agency is encouraging landowners to participate in the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) program; CRP general enrollment will run Monday, August 2 through Friday, August 27.

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COLUMBUS, OH - Beginning August 1, the Castalia State Fish Hatchery will be temporarily closed to visitors and tour groups. The temporary closure will run through September 11, 2011, according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR).

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COLUMBUS, OH –State Wildlife Officer Matthew A. Teders, 26, of Ottawa, Ohio, began active duty in Madison County on July 18th, according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Wildlife.

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The Ohio Wildlife Council has approved the state's early migratory bird hunting seasons for this fall with September 1 kicking off the state's hunting seasons with the opening of dove, Canada goose, rail, moorhen and snipe, according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR), Division of Wildlife.

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MCCONNELSVILLE, OH –Outdoor enthusiasts with disabilities will once again have the opportunity to hunt deer, participate in various field activities, and create lasting memories and friendships this fall during a special deer hunting event for disabled sportsmen according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Wildlife.  

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PORT CLINTON, OH—Ohio’s first couple, Governor Ted Strickland and First Lady Frances Strickland, were joined by members of the media, representatives of the tourism industry, elected officials and conservation leaders to draw attention to Lake Erie during the 31st Annual Fish Ohio Day.

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ROCKY RIVER, OH – Ladies who like to fish: here is an opportunity to join other females with the same interest and enjoy a day out in the water! The Fishin’ Ladies of Ohio (FLO) will be hosting an outing at the Rocky River in Cuyahoga County on Saturday, July 24th and all ladies are welcome to join in the fun. Fishing will begin at 8:00 a.m.

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Findlay, OH -- A Port Clinton man was recently convicted of several wildlife violations in connection with a rare deer that he illegally killed in December of 2009, according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Wildlife.  

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FINDLAY, OH – Interested waterfowl hunters are invited to participate in a controlled hunt drawing for the Magee Marsh Wildlife Area for the 2010 teal and early goose season. 

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Findlay, OH -- Interested waterfowl hunters are invited to participate in several controlled hunting opportunities at the Pickerel Creek Wildlife Area. 

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WAYNESVILLE, OH- Boaters and anglers who frequent Caesar Creek Lake in Warren and Clinton Counties will need to find an alternative launch site in early August according to the ODNR Division of Wildlife. The boat ramp parking lot located on Young Rd. (formerly called the Haines Rd. ramp) will be closed for short term repairs.

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FINDLAY, OH - Interested waterfowl hunters are invited to participate in a controlled waterfowl hunt drawing for the Pipe Creek Wildlife Area.  A separate drawing will take place for the East Sandusky Bay Metro Park immediately following the Pipe Creek drawing.

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PARMA, OH – A Cuyahoga County man convicted of illegally taking two antlered deer in the 2009 deer hunting season has been ordered to pay restitution of $5,628.30 according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Wildlife. 

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MILLERSBURG, OH  - Are you a landowner, a deer hunter or a wildlife professional? If so, plan to attend the “Farmer and Hunter Quality Deer Management Cooperative Shortcourse” on Saturday, July 24, 2010 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at West Holmes High School in Millersburg. According to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR), this course will provide proven and recommended techniques and plans for farmers, hunters and others who wish to reduce deer crop damage, balance sex ratios and improve landowner-hunter relationships.

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MARION, OH  – Two La Rue men pled guilty to six wildlife violations in Marion County Court and were ordered to pay $12, 845.71 in restitution, according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Wildlife.

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Hillsboro, OH – Two men received fines and license revocation in Hillsboro Municipal Court for wildlife violations including taking deer with a rifle and hunting without permission according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Wildlife.

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AKRON, OH -- Any adult, group, or conservation club who has a sincere interest in taking kids fishing should consider becoming a certified Passport to Fishing instructor, according to the Ohio Division of Wildlife. A free workshop is available on Thursday, August 26 from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and will take place at Wildlife District Three, 912 Portage Lakes Drive, Akron.

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COLUMBUS, OH – Dave Scott, a veteran employee with the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR), Division of Wildlife, recently graduated from the National Conservation Leadership Institute. The Franklin County resident and wildlife management administrator was one of 36 professionals across the country selected to participate in this award-winning eight-month program.

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Andover, OH- Many things have changed in Ohio since the early 1900’s. Ohio’s deer herd has gone from scarce to world class, and the bald eagle, once on the edge of extinction, has rebounded dramatically. But, for most of Ohio’s lakes, the past century has not been so kind. Most of the natural habitat in Ohio’s reservoirs has disappeared due to natural causes. Fish naturally relate with habitat, and anglers typically key in on these spots, but what happens when the habitat disappears?

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CELINA, OH – The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Wildlife’s Mercer Wildlife Area is hosting a one-time drawing Saturday, June 26, 2010 at 11:00 a.m. for turtle trapping in the Mercer Wildlife Area.  Participants must register prior to 11:00 a.m. and show a valid 2010-2011 fishing license. 

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AKRON, OH- Public shooting ranges operated by the ODNR Division of Wildlife are located statewide, allowing hunters to practice their shooting skills for the upcoming season.  Six different counties including Harrison, Jefferson, Medina, Portage, Trumbull, and Wayne offer rifle, pistol, shotgun, or archery ranges.

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AKRON, OH – Northeast Ohio sportsmen and women who are interested in becoming Hunter Education Instructors are encouraged to register for a two-day training workshop in Akron. The workshop will take place on Saturday, August 14 and Sunday, August 15, 2010. Attendance is required on both dates to become certified.

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Vermilion, OH – Both formal and non-formal educators who work with children ages three to seven are invited to attend a Growing Up WILD and Pre-K Project Learning Tree combined workshop in Lorain County on Friday, August 13th.

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WOOSTER, OH –  Montessori School of Wooster was dedicated recently as an official WILD School Site according to ODNR Division of Wildlife. The school is the 106th site dedicated in Ohio. The WILD School Site was dedicated during a graduation ceremony for students where students’ families as well as school staff were present.

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SANDUSKY, OH – Three Tennessee men and three Georgia men appeared in Ottawa County Municipal Court in Port Clinton Wednesday for sentencing for taking 141 more than the legal limit of smallmouth bass on Lake Erie last April, according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR), Division of Wildlife.

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COLUMBUS, OH –The 2nd Annual Ohio Wildlife Legacy Stamp photo contest is underway, challenging resident photographers to enter their best snapshots of a native dragonfly or damsel fly. The winning photograph will be featured on the second Ohio Wildlife Legacy Stamp to be issued March 1, 2011, according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR), Division of Wildlife.

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MALVERN, OH – Former ginseng dealer David Paulette, 62, of Malvern, Ohio, has been convicted on six counts of failure to keep accurate records as required by state law, according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR), Division of Wildlife.

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AKRON, OH – In 2009, approximately 31 different black bears were confirmed in the Buckeye State according to the ODNR Division of Wildlife. While the population of Ohio’s largest mammal may not exactly increase in 2010, sightings of the burly creatures are expected to rise in the summer months.

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FINDLAY, OH – Cody Klima, 23, was recently named as the new wildlife officer assigned to Lucas County, according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Wildlife. Wildlife Officer Klima’s new assignment follows the promotion of former Lucas County Wildlife Officer Kevin Newsome.  Officer Newsome was promoted to Law Enforcement Unit B Supervisor, which includes Lucas County.

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