An army of amicable armadillos
Armadillos in Ohio? Discover how these armored wanderers are moving north and learn more about surprising encounters in the Buckeye State.
A warden’s review of Ohio’s deer hunting
As seen through a wildlife officer’s eyes, from one-deer limits to archery’s rise, Ohio’s deer hunting seasons have evolved dramatically since the 1980s.
Get to know the WildOhio podcast crew
The Ohio Department of Natural Resources Division of Wildlife launched the WildOhio Podcast, featuring experts on hunting, fishing, conservation and more.
They’re pretty big for their size
While football dominates Ohio Saturdays, fall offers prime fishing for big bluegills. Discover hotspots, tips and recipes for this scrappy panfish.
A Canadian holiday, or another day monitoring Lake Erie?
Wildlife officer Jerry Scott recalls a harrowing 1977 Lake Erie patrol that turned into a Canadian standoff, testing his grit, training and survival.
Ohio’s big bucks
Retired game warden Jim Abrams compiles a list of Ohio's biggest typical and non-typical buck records ahead of hunting season.
A good start comes from being prepared
Outdoors columnist Jim Abrams offers reflections on his first squirrel hunt and hunting ethics, as the start of Ohio’s hunting season approaches.
Going batty in Ohio
A surprise morning encounter with a little brown bat sparks a closer look at Ohio’s bat species, their threats, protections and why they need our help.
Uncovering the mysteries of nature’s third shift
Jim Abrams isn't scared of the dark. In fact, he welcomes the activity that comes with the woods at night.
Ringing steel and a cloud of gun powder
A timeless sport, vintage rifles and a rising young sharpshooter—this black powder match blends history, mentorship and heart in Friendship, Indiana.
