ANDOVER, OH - The ODNR Division of Wildlife, in concert with the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC), stocked 293,000 walleye fingerlings (measuring about one inch) in Pymatuning Lake on May 23, 2008.

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AKRON, OH – Beginning Saturday, May 24, anglers 15 years of age and under will be able to experience the fun and excitement of fishing at the popular ODNR Division of Wildlife Youth Fishing Area located at 912 Portage Lakes Drive in Akron. The Area will be open for fishing from 9:00 A.M. until 7:00 P.M. every Saturday and Sunday as well as Memorial Day (Monday, May 26), Independence Day (July 4) and Labor Day (September 1).

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AKRON, OH – In 2007, approximately 70 different black bears were confirmed in the Buckeye State according to the ODNR Division of Wildlife. While the population of bears in Ohio may not exactly increase, sightings of the burly creatures are expected.

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AKRON, OH – A Lorain County man was convicted recently of killing two antlered deer during the 2007-2008 hunting season, according to ODNR Division of Wildlife officials. Strict Ohio hunting regulations prohibit hunters from harvesting more than one antlered deer per season.

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AKRON, OH – The ODNR Division of Wildlife has some very strong advice for well-meaning people who pick up baby or injured wild animals. Please leave them alone!

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AKRON, OH – Wildlife Officer Mark Basinger, 39, currently of Dalton, has been assigned to Stark County beginning May 1, 2008, according to the ODNR Division of Wildlife.

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AKRON, OH – As the ice melts from many of Ohio’s inland lakes, anglers across the state will be itching at the chance to fish open waters. Cabin fever has been knocking at the doors of most Buckeye State’s fishermen and women, so soon the reels will be spooled, motors will be un-winterized, and baits will be tossed. Division of Wildlife fish management personnel will also be well on their way to ensure the success of future fishing trips.

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AKRON, OH – Anastacio Felix, 66, of Lorain, was convicted this week of overbagging steelhead trout, according to the ODNR Division of Wildlife. The conviction cost him $394 in fines and court costs, as well as $300 in restitution for the illegally harvested fish.

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AKRON, OH – Taxidermist Larry Peterson, 69, of Berea, was recently convicted in Lakewood Municipal Court of selling trophy-mounted sport-caught fish in his Lakewood taxidermy studio, according to the ODNR Division of Wildlife. The studio, L&D Bait and Tackle, is now closed.

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AKRON, OH – In October of 2007, Wildlife Officer Eric Ucker received a complaint that led to the arrest of a Wayne County man, according to the ODNR Division of Wildlife.

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AKRON, OH – The ODNR Division of Wildlife will offer special opportunities for young hunters seeking wild turkeys this spring.

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Three Carroll County men were recently convicted of spotlighting wild animals, according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Wildlife.

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During any given winter in Northeast Ohio, most reservoirs are drawn down so that ice formation does not harm docks or dam structures. This year, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and Lake Milton State Park have agreed to lower Lake Milton to eight feet below summer pool. With this dramatic drawdown, the Division of Wildlife will use this opportunity to enhance the habitat around several key areas around the State Park.

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AKRON, OH – The ODNR Division of Wildlife in cooperation with Ohio Sea Grant will be offering a free steelhead seminar at Punderson State Park on Thursday, January 24th, 2008. The seminar will take place from 6pm to 9pm.

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AKRON, OHIO – Nearly 60-acres stretching across the Ashland/Wayne county line have been purchased for public wildlife-related recreation, according to the ODNR Division of Wildlife.

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AKRON, OH – The ODNR Division of Wildlife stocked at least 700 catchable (12-inches) rainbow trout in Firestone Metro Park’s Little Turtle Pond on Friday, November 9th, 2007.

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AKRON, OH – Spaces are still available for anglers wanting to learn more about one of Ohio’s best-kept secrets; Northeast Ohio boasts an excellent steelhead fishery. Attendees will learn about the Division of Wildlife’s stocking program and just what makes these fish tick. Then learn the inside tricks and tips to catching steelhead with spinning and fly fishing gear.

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AKRON, OH – The Akron Zoo opens its doors to both formal and non-formal educators for a free Project WILD workshop on Thursday, December 13th. Teachers, youth group leaders, naturalists, and others will find this workshop both exciting and informative.

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AKRON, OH – The ODNR Division of Wildlife will issue one permit for beaver and otter trapping on a portion of Zepernick Lake Wildlife Area in Columbiana County. Interested trappers should meet in the Zepernick Lake Wildlife Area main parking lot at 3:30 p.m. on Saturday, November 10th. A drawing will take place promptly at 4:00 p.m.

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GATES MILLS, OH – Two steelhead poachers who posted their illegal activity online for the world to see were convicted recently in Lyndhurst Municipal Court, according to the ODNR Division of Wildlife

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AKRON, OH - Nuisance beaver populations at several reservoirs have prompted the Muskingum Watershed Conservancy District (MWCD) to conduct a public drawing for beaver trapping permits this season.

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The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Wildlife will be holding special drawings to select trappers for harvesting beaver and river otter on public properties.

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AKRON, OH - Discover more about one of Ohio’s best-kept secrets; the Buckeye State has one of the best steelhead fisheries in the country. You will learn about the Division of Wildlife’s stocking program and just what makes these fish tick. Then learn the inside tips to catching steelhead with spinning and fly fishing gear as well as what to wear on the river.

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AKRON, OH – The Ohio Division of Wildlife will be releasing over 15,000 ring-necked pheasants on 29 public wildlife areas across the state during the next six weeks. In northeast Ohio, almost 6,000 pheasants will be released on 11 areas.

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AKRON, OH – Waterfowl hunters planning to hunt public areas in northeast Ohio this season are encouraged to review the information below for any changes that occurred since last season.

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AKRON, OH – The Ohio Division of Wildlife announces changes to the list of locations where hunters may check in their deer this fall. These changes are not contained in the 2007-2008 hunting and trapping regulations which were printed earlier this year. Additions include:

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AKRON, OH – Summer is over but anglers need not hang up those fishing rods for the winter just yet according to the ODNR Division of Wildlife. Fish are just coming out of their summer feeding slumps and fishing now can be as good as traditional springtime opportunities.

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Educators and others who are interested are encouraged to attend two workshops on Friday, October 12th, 2007. The workshops will take place at the Army Corps of Engineers Visitor’s Center on Wayland Road near the dam of West Branch Reservoir. The new Flying WILD program will be offered in the morning followed by Science & Civics in the afternoon. Both programs are related to the national Project WILD program administered by the Division of Wildlife in Ohio.

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AKRON, OH – The curtain rises on Ohio’s 2007-2008 hunting season on September 1st with the opening of squirrel season according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Wildlife.

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AKRON, OH- Public shooting ranges operated by the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Wildlife are located statewide, allowing hunters to practice their shooting skills for the upcoming season. Six different counties in northeast Ohio offer rifle, pistol, shotgun, or archery ranges.

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