Northeast Ohio

EXCELLENT FISHING OPPORTUNITIES AT LADUE AND MOGADORE THANKS TO PARTNERSHIP

Thu, 02 Oct 2008 04:00:00 GMT

AKRON, OH – Fishing opportunities continue to blossom at two northeast Ohio lakes according to the ODNR Division of Wildlife. A 25-year agreement between the City of Akron and the ODNR Division of Wildlife allows outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy fishing, hunting, trapping, birding, and outdoor education on LaDue and Mogadore reservoirs and adjoining lands. Outdoor recreation at these two locations is managed by the Division of Wildlife while the City manages the reservoirs as a part of their public drinking water supply system for the 300,000 customers of the Akron metropolitan area. Electric motors only are permitted on boats and all gasoline motors and tanks must be removed to prevent pollution of the water.

FALL TURKEY CHECK STATION CHANGES FOR 2008-2009 SEASON

Tue, 30 Sep 2008 04:00:00 GMT

AKRON, OH – The Ohio Division of Wildlife announces changes to the list of locations where successful northeast Ohio hunters may check in their turkey this fall. The following check stations are listed in the Hunting Digest, but not marked as fall turkey check stations. Refer to the Digest for addresses and telephone numbers. Hunters are encouraged to call ahead to confirm hours of operation. Find a check station online at: http://www.ohiodnr.com/wildlife/dow/regulations/checkstation.aspx

MORE FISHING OPPORTUNITIES FOR ANGLERS AT GUILFORD AND HIGHLANDTOWN LAKES

Mon, 29 Sep 2008 04:00:00 GMT

AKRON, OH – Anglers will be pleased with the recent fishing access improvements and opportunities at Columbiana County’s Highlandtown and Guilford lakes according to the ODNR Division of Wildlife.

MOTORISTS SHOULD BE ON THE LOOKOUT FOR AN INCREASE IN DEER SIGHTINGS

Mon, 29 Sep 2008 04:00:00 GMT

AKRON, OH- Whitetail deer movements increase this time of year due to the breeding season also referred to as “rut”, which peaks in October and November according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Wildlife.

BRUNSWICK MAN CONVICTED OF FISHING WITHOUT A LICENSE AND DETERRING WILDLIFE OFFICERS

Mon, 22 Sep 2008 04:00:00 GMT

An annual fishing license in the Buckeye State costs a mere $19 for most Ohioans, but one man paid a lot more trying to beat the system.

LADIES: GO WITH THE FLO TO LEARN MORE ABOUT STEELHEAD FISHING IN OHIO!

Fri, 19 Sep 2008 04:00:00 GMT

TWINSBURG, OH – The Fishin’ Ladies of Ohio (FLO) are holding a meeting at the Twinsburg Gander Mountain Store on Tuesday, October 14th at 7:00 p.m. All ladies are welcome to attend.

CHANGES TO CHECK STATION LIST FOR DEER SEASON

Thu, 11 Sep 2008 04:00:00 GMT

AKRON, OH – The ODNR Division of Wildlife announces additions and other changes to where northeast Ohio hunters may check in their deer this fall. These changes are not contained in the 2008-2009 hunting and trapping digest printed earlier this year. HUNTERS ARE HIGHLY ENCOURAGED TO CALL THE CHECK STATION PRIOR TO HUNTING SEASON TO CONFIRM HOURS AND SEASONS OF OPERATION.

FREE BOWHUNTER EDUCATION COURSE

Tue, 09 Sep 2008 04:00:00 GMT

MIDDLEFIELD, OH - A free “International Bowhunter Education Course” will be offered on Saturday, September 20, 2008 from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM. The location of the course is Geauga County Park’s Swine Creek Reservation on Hayes Road in Middlefield, Ohio.

LEESVILLE RESERVOIR GETS A HABITAT “BOOST”

Wed, 03 Sep 2008 04:00:00 GMT

LEESVILLE, OH- On August 28, 2008, the Ohio Division of Wildlife partnered with the Muskingum Watershed Conservancy District (MWCD) to introduce fish concentration devices into Leesville Reservoir. In total, 80 structures consisting of wooden spools and unused Christmas trees were sunk at four locations around the lake.

WATERFOWL HUNTING OPPORTUNITIES AT KILLBUCK MARSH WILDLIFE AREA

Wed, 27 Aug 2008 04:00:00 GMT

AKRON, OH – The ODNR Division of Wildlife will hold a public drawing for controlled waterfowl daily hunting permits on Wednesday, September 24, 2008 for portions of Killbuck Marsh Wildlife Area. The drawing will be held at the Valley College Grange, 2411 Shreve Road in Wooster. Valley College Grange is located south of Wooster on State Route 226, 0.1 mile south of State Route 3.

PUBLIC DRAWING FOR WATERFOWL BLINDS AT LADUE RESERVOIR

Thu, 21 Aug 2008 04:00:00 GMT
AKRON, OH – The ODNR Division of Wildlife and the City of Akron invites waterfowl hunters to participate in a special drawing on Thursday, September 18, 2008 for hunting at LaDue Reservoir.

LADIES ENCOURAGED TO ENJOY PERCHIN’ AND MORE ON LAKE ERIE

Mon, 28 Jul 2008 04:00:00 GMT
GRAND RIVER, OH - The “Northcoast Limbhangers” chapter of the National Wild Turkey Federation (NWTF), the Grand River Marine Charter Group and the Lake County Visitors Bureau will host another “Women in the Outdoors” (WITO) fishing event on August 16, 2008 at the Grand River Marina in Lake County.

CONTROLLED WATERFOWL HUNTING OPPORTUNITIES

Tue, 22 Jul 2008 04:00:00 GMT
AKRON, OH – An agreement between the City of Akron and the ODNR Division of Wildlife will allow permits to be drawn for 12 waterfowl hunting blinds on Mogadore Reservoir in Portage County.

QUALITY TRAPPING OPPORTUNITIES AT MOSQUITO CREEK WILDLIFE AREA

Tue, 22 Jul 2008 04:00:00 GMT
AKRON, OH - The Division of Wildlife will be accepting bids for the right to trap furbearers on six trapping units in the Mosquito Creek Wildlife Area in Trumbull County.

QUALITY TRAPPING OPPORTUNITIES AT KILLBUCK MARSH WILDLIFE AREA

Tue, 22 Jul 2008 04:00:00 GMT
AKRON, OH - The Division of Wildlife will be accepting bids for the right to trap furbearers on seven trapping units in the Killbuck Marsh Wildlife Area Waterfowl Refuge in Wayne County.

MINERVA BUSINESS TAKES RESPONSIBILITY FOR ACCIDENTAL POLLUTION OF LOCAL WATERWAY

Wed, 02 Jul 2008 04:00:00 GMT
MINERVA, OH – Minerva Cheese factory accidentally released whey, a milky substance, into Sandy Creek between Minerva and Malvern, which temporarily depleted oxygen levels and killed over 5,400 fish according to the ODNR Division of Wildlife. The accident occurred on June 14th and affected a 1.5 mile stretch downstream from the Minerva Wastewater Treatment Plant.

JOIN FUN, FREE FESTIVITIES AND CELEBRATE BOATING AND FISHING ON CLEVELAND’S NORTHCOAST

Wed, 04 Jun 2008 04:00:00 GMT
CLEVELAND – The North Coast Harbor Boating & Fishing Fest will drop anchor for the ninth consecutive summer in Cleveland on Saturday and Sunday, June 7 and 8.

WALLEYE STOCKED AT PYMATUNING LAKE

Fri, 30 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT
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.

FREE FISHING FOR YOUNG ANGLERS AT AKRON YOUTH PONDS

Fri, 23 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT
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).

‘TIS THE SEASON FOR BLACK BEAR DISPERSAL

Fri, 23 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT
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.

LORAIN COUNTY MAN CONVICTED OF KILLING TWO BUCKS IN ONE SEASON

Mon, 12 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT
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.

WILDLIFE ORPHANS MAY NOT BE ORPHANS AFTER ALL

Tue, 06 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT
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!

NEW STARK COUNTY WILDLIFE OFFICER ASSIGNED

Mon, 05 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT
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.

WHAT CAME FIRST: THE FISH OR THE EGG?

Thu, 27 Mar 2008 04:00:00 GMT
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.

OVERBAGGING STEELHEAD TROUT COSTS LORAIN MAN NEARLY $700

Wed, 26 Mar 2008 04:00:00 GMT
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.

LAKEWOOD TAXIDERMIST CONVICTED OF SELLING TROPHY MOUNTS OF SPORT-CAUGHT FISH

Tue, 25 Mar 2008 04:00:00 GMT
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.

WAYNE COUNTY MAN CHARGED WITH KILLING HAWKS

Mon, 24 Mar 2008 04:00:00 GMT
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.

SPECIAL YOUTH TURKEY HUNTING DRAWINGS ON APRIL 5, 2008

Fri, 21 Mar 2008 04:00:00 GMT
AKRON, OH – The ODNR Division of Wildlife will offer special opportunities for young hunters seeking wild turkeys this spring.

CARROLL COUNTY POACHERS CONVICTED OF SPOTLIGHTING WILDLIFE

Thu, 13 Mar 2008 04:00:00 GMT
Three Carroll County men were recently convicted of spotlighting wild animals, according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Wildlife.

PARTNERING UP FOR ANGLERS

Mon, 28 Jan 2008 04:00:00 GMT
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.