Castalia Hatchery will be Temporarily Closed to Visitors and Tours

Beginning August 1, the Castalia State Fish Hatchery will be temporarily closed to visitors and tour groups.More...

ODNR Awards Grants to Increase Local Scrap Tire Recycling Efforts

The ODNR Tire Amnesty Grant program will help Ohio’s local governments develop programs to promote sustainable scrap tire collection drives, sponsor tire drop-off efforts and engage in targeted clean up events.More...

Ohio’s Great Outdoors on exhibit at the 8-acre ODNR Natural Resources Park at Ohio State Fair

Outdoor and indoor nature exhibits focused on hands-on learning will greet fairgoers as they tour the ODNR Natural Resources Park.More...

Ohio Wildlife Council Approves Early Migratory Bird Season Dates

The Ohio Wildlife Council has approved the state's early migratory bird hunting seasons for this fall.More...

Buckeye Lake State Park To Unveil North Shore Improvements

A ribbon cutting and dedication of recently completed renovations at Buckeye Lake’s North Shore boat launch ramp area will take place on Thursday, July 22.More...

Fish Ohio Day celebrates Lake Erie Tourism and Sport Fishing

Governor Ted Strickland and First Lady Frances Strickland, were joined by members of the media, tourism industry, elected officials and conservation leaders to draw attention to Lake Erie during the 31st Annual Fish Ohio Day.More...

ODNR to Breach Failing Mahoning County Dam

Using its emergency authority to protect public safety from a failing dam, ODNR will begin to lower the dam at Ponderosa Park Resort.More...