Helping hellbenders thrive in their habitat
Eastern hellbenders are the gentle giants of North American salamanders. Learn more about this endangered species and what's being done to help it.
Magee Marsh is a haven for hundreds of species of birds
It's no surprise Magee Marsh was named one of the top 10 birding sites in the U.S. Hundreds of species of birds stop there during their spring migration.
Catfish with Cops popular event in Stark Co.
Catfish with Cops raised $375 for the Stark Parks Ranger Cadet program, which involves working and ride-alongs with park rangers, and some training.
Making a bat house a bat home
Jamey Emmert, a wildlife communications specialist for the Ohio Division of Wildlife, shares tips for making a comfortable bat house.
Lake Erie is a great place for walleye fishing
Learn more about Lake Erie's healthy walleye populations, the 2020 hatch and how scientists are tracking all of this information.
A keystone species: Beavers have huge impact on wetlands
A one-year-old male beaver was recently released at Killbuck Marsh Wildlife Area, reminding those involved of the valuable impact beavers have on wetlands.
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.
Bats are essential to the environment and benefit people
While some folks think bats are creepy and should be shooed away, they are essential to the environment and benefit people, especially those in agriculture.
Glaciers carved out Ohio’s unique and specialized habitats
Discover how the glaciers that once covered two-thirds of Ohio created habitats for both humans and wildlife and how that's still evident today.
Fungi foray: Wild mushrooms are a key part of food chain
Walt Sturgeon, a nationally known expert on mushrooms, educates enthusiasts about foraging for, identifying and eating wild mushrooms.
