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A Bimonthly Newsletter from ODNR Division of Watercraft

September 2008 Issue

September Issue: Kayak Tank Was a Bit Hit at the State Fair
  • Kayak Pond a Hit at Ohio State Fair
  • Great Lakes Compact Awaits Approval by Congress
  • Waterfowl Hunting Safety Tips
  • "Safe Kids of Greater Toledo" Wins Excellence Award from Boat US
  • Fall Fishing Opportunities
  • Highlight on Access: Village of Grand River 
  • Updates:
    • Clean Boating Act: No Permit Needed for Recreational Boats
    • Watercraft Officers Graduate
    • Wear It Ohio! Project Wraps Up
  • PLUS Cedar Point Boat Show and Other Upcoming Events
  • and Boating Destination of the Month... Pymatuning Reservoir

July 2008 Issue

  • July Issue: Paddle Quest events bring families outside, togetherRecent Law Changes Affect HP Limits on Some Lakes and a Variety of Other Operating and Registration Topics  
  • Education Grant Workshop in September
  • Access in Action: Colerain Township on Great Miami River
  • Boating Destination: Lake Erie's Western Basin
  • Updates:
    • Wear It Ohio! Campaign
    • Clean Boating Act
    • Public Forums
    • New Watercraft Officers
    • Paddle Quest Series
  • Future Events:
    • ODNR Park at State Fair Features Kayak Pool
    • More Events Means More Volunteering Opportunities 

May 2008 IssueMay Issue: Ohio Boating Safety Groups Receive Recognition

  • Public Meetings in May
  • "Explore the Outdoors" Children's Activities
  • Highlight On Access: Archbold Ramp
  • Ohio PaddleQuest 2008 Features Ohio State Parks 
  • Norm Schultz Retires from Waterway Safety Council
  • Ohioans Recognized at National Boating Safety Event 
  • $564,000 Awarded in Marine Patrol Grants
  • Tom Pascoe Appointed to Navigation Safety Advisory Council
  • Boating Destination: Ohio River - East

March 2008 IssueMarch Issue: What Does the Future Hold for Olentangy River Dams?

  • Dam Removal on Olentangy River
  • Eleven New Ohio Clean Marinas
  • Boating Rule Changes Proposed
  • Awards Presented at Cleveland Expo
  • Scenic Rivers Overview
  • Events: Ohio Paddle Quest 2008
  • Highlight On Access: Mary Jane Thurston
  • Boating Destination: Maumee River

January 2008 IssueJanuary Issue: Grant Programs Introduce Youth to Boating

  • E-Renewals Growing Every Year
  • Education Grant Awards Top $360,000
  • Napoleon Boat Ramp Open
  • Watercraft Year In Review
  • Boat Show Season Is Open
  • New Watercraft Officer Cadets Coming On Board
  • PLUS: Proposed EPA Discharge Rules Will Affect You!
    and
    The Latest on Air Travel with Inflatable PFDs

November 2007 IssueNovember Issue: First Lady Strickland Enjoys a Boat Outing

  • Interview with Chief Dillon
  • Dredging Projects Receive Over $878,000
  • Boater Survey Underway
  • New Ohio River Launch Facility
  • Confluence 2007 Nears
  • Education Updates: Partner Meetings and OBEC Instructor Recertifications
  • Time to Winterize Your Boat!
  • Lifejackets for Duck Hunters
  • Gifts for the Holiday Season -- The Latest Gadgets

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