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OHIO'S SPECIAL PLACES

HERITAGE PROGRAM

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Mailing Address:
2045 Morse Road,
Building F-1
Columbus, OH 43229-6693
(614) 265-6453

For general information about the Division of Natural Areas and Preserves, e-mail your questions here.

 


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40 Years of Scenic River Preservation

Ohio Scenic Rivers Act was first in nation

Ohio recently celebrated the 40th anniversary of the Ohio Scenic Rivers Act which passed in 1968. Later, the Little Miami became Ohio's first state scenic river in 1969. Today, 26 stream segments totaling 800 river miles comprise the Ohio scenic river system.  Learn more

FEATURES
Ohio's physiographic regions
Each has its own geological profile and its distinct communities of plants and animals.

Now you can read our beautiful newsletter online. Earlier editions of the Natural Ohio are available in .pdf format by clicking on an issue in the list.

Check Us
It's easy to help protect Ohio's Special Places- remember to check  the Natural Areas, Scenic Rivers and Endangered Species fund on your 2008state income tax return form.
Support Ohio's Scenic Rivers!
When you purchase either the brook trout or heron plate, you'll be helping to protect Ohio's 13 state scenic rivers!

Scenic Rivers Plate

The plates are available through the Ohio Bureau of Motor Vehicles (BMV) and local deputy registrars. 

Find a Nature Preserve or Scenic River


Map of 89 preserves open to the public. In addition 42 state nature preserves are open only through a written permit, so that sensitive habitats can be protected more carefully.  map


NEWS RELEASES

ODNR Director Designates Ashtabula as State's 14th State Scenic River
10/30/08 The Ashtabula River in Ashtabula County was designated as Ohio's newest State Scenic River today

Brilliant Autumn Colors Will Highlight Annual Conkle’s Hollow Fall Foliage Weekend, Oct 18-19
10/08/08 Some of the best colors of the season will be on display at Conkle's Hollow State Nature Preserve for the 17th Annual Fall Foliage Event.

ODNR Director, Public Officials and Conservationists Celebrate Anniversary of River Designation
10/02/08 ODNR Director Sean Logan, along with local, state and federal officials, will commemorate the 40th anniversary of the Ohio Scenic Rivers Program

40th Anniversary of Ohio Scenic Rivers Program set for Oct. 2
09/26/08 Events include canoe float, SQM demonstrations and reception

Celebrating Diverse Habitats at Sheldon Marsh State Nature Preserve
09-11-08 - Open House to include two hikes to Ohio's largest surviving American Chestnut tree

ODNR to Offer Youth Deer Gun Hunts at State Nature Preserves
08/29/08 - Permits to participate in youth gun hunts will be awarded by lottery

Lottery for Special Controlled Deer Hunts at Lake Katharine State Nature Preserve
08/29/08 - A random drawing will be held to select participants for three controlled deer hunts at Lake Katharine SNP