Tag: ODNR
Businesses capitalize on solar eclipse with themed events
Ohio and Pennsylvania are in the path of totality for the solar eclipse and many businesses in the area are hosting solar eclipse themed events.
ODNR Division of Wildlife acquires 844 acres in Coshocton County
The ODNR Division of Wildlife purchased of 844 acres adjacent to Simco Wildlife Area in Coshocton County, which will double the size of Simco Wildlife Area.
ODNR awards more than $1.6 million for outdoor projects
The ODNR's NatureWorks grant program will provide $1.6 million in funding to be used to improve outdoor recreational opportunities for Ohioans.
ODNR dedicates scenic river area along Ashtabula State Scenic River
ODNR officials held a ribbon cutting Sept. 25 for the William “Bud” Hill Scenic River Access Area, which is situated along the Ashtabula State Scenic River.
ODNR Division of Forestry looks for public input
The ODNR Division of Forestry invites the public to attend an in-person open house to learn more about the Annual Work Plan for State Forests.
New Ohio Department of Natural Resources officers take oath of office
Fifteen Ohio Department of Natural Resources law enforcement officers were sworn in at the Deer Creek State Park Lodge on Aug. 16.
ODNR inducts seven into Ohio Natural Resources Hall of Fame
ODNR officials inducted seven people into the Ohio Natural Resources Hall of Fame and awarded seven others with ODNR’s Cardinal Award.
Illegal ginseng trafficking operation spanned seven states
The Ohio Department of Natural Resources Division of Wildlife recently concluded a two-year-long investigation into illegally harvested and dealt ginseng.
It’s for the birds: Celebrating National Bird Day the Ohio way
The Friends of Magee Marsh and the ODNR have completed renovations to the Magee Marsh Visitors Center and the boardwalk. It is the first point of entry to Magee Marsh for bird watchers from all over the world.
"I think Magee Marsh should be on every birder's bucket list," said Mary Mertz, ODNR director.
Ohio Department of Natural Resources receives award for wetlands work
The Ohio Department of Natural Resources’ work as part of the H2Ohio Initiative earned the 2023 Wetland Conservation Achievement Award.
