Reclaimed strip mines are a perfect place to unplug
Former strip mine lands owned by the state of Ohio provide opportunities for hunting, fishing, hiking, birding and camping. Discover where to plan a trip.
Fishing is fine, but keep your distance
Fishing is a great "social isolation" activity, especially since kids are off school. Ohio has a wealth of lakes, ponds and streams. Find out where to fish.
State goes high tech to control feral swine
For the past six years, federal and state programs have enabled drone surveillance, sharpshooters in helicopters and high-tech traps to manage feral pigs.
Storied history of Ohio’s squirrel population
Squirrels are considered tremendous assets to the environment. Ohio is home to the Eastern gray, Eastern fox, red squirrel and Southern flying squirrel.
Duck hunter keeps it real with wood decoys
Vic Sutek of Columbiana County is just as passionate about duck hunting at 63 as he was at 18. Only one thing has changed — no more plastic decoys.
Reintroduction of trumpeter swans an Ohio success story
Ohio started a reintroduction program for trumpeter swans in 1996. As of last year, there were 111 breeding pairs and 206 offspring in the state.
Ohio salamanders rely on varied lifestyles to survive
Learn more about the 25 species of salamander in Ohio, specifically the red-spotted newt and eastern hellbender.
A look into the multi-million-dollar steelhead fishing industry in Ohio and Pa.
Anglers are not the only ones hoping for a "rain event" that will lure steelheads upstream. Steelhead fishing supports many businesses in Ohio and Pa.
Red foxes are declining in Ohio, but adapt and thrive in urban areas
Although red fox populations are declining in Ohio, they can be found in all 88 counties and they have adapted to urban and suburban areas as well.
Badgers and coyotes sometimes hunt together
Instead of being wary of a larger predator that could pose a danger, some badgers will team up with a coyote as a hunting partner.
