OUR MISSION
To ensure a balance between the wise use and protection of our natural resources for the benefit of all.
HERE'S OUR LATEST NEWS AND EVENTS
May 06, 2025
ODNR Division of Forestry Provides More than $562,000 to Support Rural Ohio Fire Departments
The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Forestry recently approved grant funding for 90 projects totaling more than $562,000 for fire departments in rural areas of Ohio through the Volunteer Fire Assistance (VFA) Grant Program.
May 06, 2025
Ohio’s Wild Turkey Hunting Season Results Through May 4
Wild turkey hunters across Ohio have taken 12,451 birds so far during the 2025 spring season, according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Wildlife
May 06, 2025
Hunt PrOH Guide Certification Available Now
The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Wildlife is welcoming participation in Hunt PrOH, the newly launched hunting guide certification program. Guides and outfitters offer hunting access and assistance to customers who hunt white-tailed deer, wild turkey, waterfowl, or other game.
May 05, 2025
Ohio State Parks Named as Finalist for Prestigious National Gold Medal Award
The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) is proud to announce that the Division of Parks and Watercraft has been named a Finalist Award recipient in the 2025 National Gold Medal Award Program for Excellence in Park and Recreation Management.