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To meet the needs of today's active, outdoors-oriented audience, Ohio Outdoor Notebook features by Laura Jones are available for print. Here is the list of current and archived columns:

11/29/07
Annual Christmas Bird Count is good fun and good for science
08/24/07 Most Ohio Wildlife Unflappable amid Floodwaters
02/12/07 Tying the knot at an Ohio State Park
11/14/06 Winter’s “fowl” weather winging its way into Ohio
09/14/06 You bet your Buckeye you can grow this state symbol in your own backyard!
04/18/06 When is a lake not a lake? Most of Ohio’s favorite lakes are not natural-born bodies of water
03/18/06 Turkey vultures aren’t one of nature’s most attractive signs of spring
02/28/06 Something's always cooking with Ohio State Parks!
02/09/06 Whew, did you get that whiff of spring?!
01/23/06 Earthquakes highlight Ohio’s many faults
01/06/06 Winter's playground can be found at Punderson State Park
12/21/05 Make sure ice is safe before venturing onto Ohio’s frozen waterways
12/09/05 Science and nostalgia team up to bring back an American classic: the chestnut tree
11/17/05 Ohio talks a lot of turkey when it comes to place names
11/02/05 Fall is a great time to get in the saddle and explore Ohio’s great outdoors
10/14/05 Ohio State Parks are a natural place to celebrate the fun of Halloween
09/30/05 Winged wildlife proves most popular with Notebook readers
09/19/05 What's Ohio's Secret To Great Fall Color? - Learn how you can bring fall’s colorful palette to your yard
09/01/05 Ohio’s fall season has much to offer for getting in touch with your creative side
08/11/05 Travel back in time on a fossiling trek!
07/25/05 Proper boating etiquette can help keep everyone cool on Ohio’s waterways
07/18/05 Visit Headlands Beach and you'll think you're on the Atlantic shore
07/14/05 Lake Erie's "Walk-On" Fishing Charters Offer Cost-Effective Fun
06/30/05 Keep Ohio green - help stop the spread of the Emerald Ash Borer
06/21/05 Bald eagles make a soaring comeback in Ohio
06/10/05 Little Miami Scenic Trail offers a trip through time and nature
05/31/05 Outdoor adventure and history come together along the Ohio & Erie Canalway
05/10/05 Ohio's young wildlife well-equipped for survival
04/27/05 In search of Ohio's marvelous morels
04/11/05 Beautiful and bountiful, trees are one of Ohio’s most important renewable resources
03/25/05 Warmer weather brings a “hum” to Ohio’s spring air
03/07/05 Canada geese are another sign that spring is on the way
03/04/05 Ohio’s lakes and streams are a paddler’s delight
02/25/05 You’re in the driver’s seat when it comes to seeing Ohio’s geology
02/14/05 Passion for plants leads Ohio botanists to new discoveries
02/03/05 Ohio is a great place to “see” gulls
01/19/05 Winter floodwaters just ducky for Ohio’s wildlife
01/07/05 Boat shows help chase away the cold-weather blues
12/22/04 Ice fishing often a fleeting prospect in the Buckeye State
12/14/04 Call of the wild a labor of love for some dedicated Ohioans
12/07/04 Quiet and remote, Burr Oak State Park is “chicken soup” for the body and soul
11/29/04 Ohio’s birds are banking on you during the annual Christmas Bird Count
11/12/04 Ohio’s pioneers feasted on much different table fare at Thanksgiving
11/04/04 Choose a bird feeder this winter that is rewarding for both you and your feathered guests
10/22/04 Oh, deer!” It’s that time of year to pay extra attention on Ohio’s roadways
10/14/04 Shoppers, are you ready for the “buy-recycled” challenge?
10/08/04 Ohio meets the vertical challenge for rock climbing enthusiasts
09/30/04 Hidden gem shines among the hills of southern Ohio
09/21/04 Canoeing offers excellent opportunities for viewing fall color
09/08/04 Here to enjoy for a limited time only: the colors and fragrance of fall
08/26/04 Boardwalks are easy intros into some of Ohio’s most fascinating natural areas
08/18/04 Some wild and wooly animal facts that just might amaze you!
08/11/04 Ohio’s geology diverse, dramatic and accessible
07/26/04 In Ohio’s forests, the less traveled backcountry trail offers adventure and solitude
07/19/04 Ohio’s lakes and streams are a paddler’s delight
07/01/04 Poison ivy: one souvenir of summer no one wants to bring home
06/17/04 Mind your “P’s & Q’s” even in the outdoors
06/07/04 Blaze a trail this summer to adventure and good health
05/21/05 Emerging cicadas might be a bust for us, but they’re a boon for Ohio’s wildlife
05/05/04 Building a better backyard for watching Ohio’s Wildlife
04/09/04 Planting a tree can create a lifetime of memories
04/01/04 “Who’s that sleeping in my bed?” - Animal version of Trading Spaces makes for surprising wildlife viewing
03/11/04 Buckeye State anglers catching fishing fever - Find out what’s biting this spring in Ohio’s waterways
03/04/04 Longer days and warmer temperatures get the heartstrings humming in Ohio’s frogs and toads
02/12/04 When the sap starts “running” it’s time to go tapping; Get a taste of Ohio’s sweet heritage with a trip to the sugar bush
01/21/04 Dress for success on your next winter outing
12/30/03 A blanket of snow and a sharp eye bring Ohio’s winter wildlife into focus
12/15/03 Fascinating birds of prey find a home in Ohio’s winter skies
12/03/03 Ohio’s amazing animal architects are busy at work
11/19/03 Not just a potted plant ? Lush, green ferns provide color and contrast to Ohio's forest floor
10/20/03 Ohio is rock solid about its geology
09/22/03 Green is a fall color too, when you plant a new tree or shrub in autumn
09/04/03 Ohio's tapestry of fall color provides a great backdrop for autumn adventures
08/25/03 Crisp, Colorful Autumn Signals Start of Ohio's Fall Hunting Season
08/12/03 It's a dirty shame that Ohio's soil gets no respect
07/02/03 A 19th century wonder makes for excellent outdoor adventure - The Miami & Erie Canal Heritage Corridor
06/02/03 Not all national champion buckeyes are in Ohio. With a little help, that could change!
05/19/03 Mountain bikers find plenty of twists and turns while exploring Ohio's natural wonders
04/25/03 Ohio's Bicentennial is a perfect reason to "grow" native in your garden
04/11/03 Peregrine falcon encounter is an arm-raising experience
03/27/03 Spring is an excellent time to "Plant Pride, Not Litter" in Ohio neighborhoods and countryside
03/13/03 Ohio's first spring wildflower is no harbinger, it's a skunk!
02/28/03 Despite this year's heavy snows, Ohio underground salt supplies should last thousands of icy winters
02/19/03 Ohio's woodpeckers are real wonders of nature
01/23/03 History And Mystery Make Blackhand Gorge State Nature Preserve A Great Place For A Winter Outing
01/16/03 License plates are the newest way for Ohioans to show pride in their favorite outdoor sports
12/19/02 Leave hibernation to bears -winter in Ohio offers us plenty of reasons to be outdoors
12/16/02 Wise woodland management is taking root across the state
12/06/02 From fresh-cut trees to boughs of holly, let Ohio's outdoor beauty brighten your holidays
11/21/02 Living blasts from the past Modern-day creatures give Ohio's outdoors a hint of prehistoric times
11/01/02 Ohio is no stranger to the shake, rattle and roll of earthquakes
10/17/02 Unreasonable and unseasonable, fear of bats is a Halloween myth
10/04/02 Ohio Wetlands Are Nature's Perfect Environment for Life
09/18/02 Ohio Forests Expected To Be Colorful This October Despite The Recent Hot, Dry Summer
09/09/02 Lake Erie's "Walk-On" Fishing Charters Offer Cost-Effective Fun
09/02/02 Excellent Fall Hunting Expected This Year In Ohio
07/25/02 Ohio's Hot Summer Days Can Leave Fish Gasping for Air
06/28/02 Keeping your trees in tip-top shape means not topping them at all
06/07/02 There's A Reason They Call It Grand Lake St. Marys
05/28/02 Swim Safe This Summer When You Visit The Beach
05/20/02 Sworn at and Swatted at, Mayflies Are Also a Sign of Good Times
05/10/02 Spring Songbirds Winging Their Way North To Ohio
04/29/02 Call it river, creek or run, a stream by any name is a wondrous thing
04/10/02 There's Something "Bruin" in Ohio's Eastern Hill Country! It's a Growing Number of Black Bears
04/02/02 When boating this spring, know the dangers of cold water and prepare yourself accordingly
03/13/02 Spring Wildflowers Coming Soon to an Ohio Woodland Near You
03/01/02 It's Tree Tapping Time In Ohio
02/21/02 Who's Whoooo Among Ohio's Owls
02/08/02 Quail Hollow State Park A Great Place To Visit - Both In Person And Electronically
01/25/02 Ohio Is One Squirrely State
12/31/01 The Stuff That (Bird) Legends Are Made Of
12/20/01 Ohio's Wildlife Built to Handle "Old Man" Winter
12/12/01 Volunteers Flock to Annual Christmas Bird Count
12/06/01 How mistletoe grows is no mystery Its powers as an elixir of love unconfirmed
11/21/01 Flying turkeys, "frogsicles" and a mailbag full of other wildlife tidbits
11/14/01 Backyard feeders aren't just for the birds
11/06/01 Ohio's Secret Getaways
10/22/01 Beetles begone! Ohio's fall invaders are no ladies, despite the name
10/16/01 Managing Ohio's State Forests-A Challenging And Rewarding Task
09/26/01 Autumn is a Great Time for Boating Ohio's Waterways
09/18/01 Ohio's Fall Fireworks Soon To Be On Display
09/06/01 Shorebirds Taking Wing Over Ohio
08/28/01 Ohio's Forests And Fields Provide Bountiful Fall Harvest
08/21/01 Ohio's Fall WildFire Season
08/14/01 A Trip on the Muskingum River Parkway is a Journey Back in Time
07/25/01 Northwest Home To Rare Ecosystem
07/17/01 State Record Fish Swimming In Many Ohio Waterways
07/05/01 Ohio's Cascading Waters Captivate and Inspire
06/19/01 Native Bird of Prey Returning to Ohio Skies and Waterways
06/12/01 Ohio's Canal Lakes Left a Lasting Legacy in Our Parks System
06/06/01 An Alien Invasion is Underway in Ohio and It May Be Happening in Your Very Own Backyard
05/24/01 Here's Your Chance to Sample the Fun of Fishing
05/14/01 Boating Smart From The Start
05/10/01 Ohio State Parks Make Camping Easier Than Ever Before
05/02/01 Orphaned Animals
04/24/01 Lakeside Daisies
04/10/01 Songbirds
04/04/01 Preparing Today Makes For Smooth Sailing Tomorrow
03/30/01 Anglers Should See Success During This Year's Walleye Run
03/20/01 Signs of Spring Are Popping Up