Local political jurisdictions and public service agencies have until November 1 to apply for 2008 navigational aid grants through the ODNR Division of Watercraft. Read More »

Local communities and nonprofit organizations can apply for 2008 boating safety education program grants through the ODNR Division of Watercraft. The deadline for submitting applications is October 26. Read More »

In preparation for the opening of waterfowl hunting on October 20, ODNR offers some basic safety tips to ensure hunters have an enjoyable and safe season on and around the state’s waterways. Read More »

Recreational boaters will notice improved waterway navigation at four sites on Lake Erie thanks to more than $878,000 in Recreation Harbor Evaluation Program grants. Read More »

Pamela Dillon, who once served as a deputy chief of the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Watercraft, has been appointed the division’s new chief. The appointment becomes effective October 1. Read More »

The ODNR Division of Watercraft will host a free workshop on September 19 for organizations that are planning to apply for a 2008 Boating Safety Education Grant. Read More »

Recreational boaters are reminded to keep an eye out for safety as summer’s last big holiday - the Labor Day weekend - gets underway. Read More »

The ODNR Division of Watercraft has awarded a total of $3.6 million in Cooperative Boating Access Facility Program grants to improve public boating access at seven sites across the state. Read More »

Study Shows Recreational Boating Generates More Than $3.5 Billion For Ohio’s Economy Numbers show marked increase over similar data from 1999 Read More »

Water levels in most inland lakes and rivers are adequate for watercraft; boaters reminded to be on the alert for navigational hazards Read More »