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News Feeds for Ohio’s Park and Forest Resources

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Wayne National Forest

The Strawberry Moon will rise tonight. Here's how to see… June 29, 2026 8:45 am Marion Star - Ohio Updated June 29, 2026, 12:11 p.m. ET The June full moon, known as the Strawberry Moon, will rise at 7:56 p.m. ET on June 29. Its name comes from Native American tribes, marking the time when strawberries are ripe for harvesting. Other names for the June …
‘A best-kept secret’ June 17, 2026 6:29 am The Ironton Tribune - Ohio Published 12:00 am Wednesday, June 17, 2026 SUBMITTED PHOTOS Lawco lake is located on Private Road 2913 in Pedro in Wayne National Forest. By BILLY BRUCE | For The Ironton Tribune All-day event set for July 4 at Lawco Lake Bring up Lawco Lake to anyone …
Expert Report Released Recommending Better Muskingum Watershed Water Protections June 15, 2026 7:00 am EIN Presswire NEW PHILADELPHIA, OH, UNITED STATES, June 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- (New Philadelphia, OH) FreshWater Accountability Project released an expert report by Downstream Strategies entitled, Protecting water resources in Tappan Lake and its …
U.S. Rep. Yakym Introduces HAILEY Act June 13, 2026 1:49 am WIBC 93.1 FM - Indiana WASHINGTON, D.C. — Indiana Congressman Rudy Yakym introduced the HAILEY Act on Wednesday. The bill is also known as the High-risk Alert Improvement for Locating Endangered Youth Act. It would empower law enforcement to issue AMBER Alerts for missing minors …
Indiana congressman introduces HAILEY act to enhance missing child alerts June 11, 2026 5:57 pm WRTV - Indiana INDIANAPOLIS (WRTV) — Rep. Rudy Yakym (R-IN-02) has introduced the HAILEY Act, legislation aimed at improving missing child alerts in honor of Fishers teen Hailey Buzbee. The bill would broaden AMBER Alert rules to include minors under 18 considered high- …
Protect the Wayne National Forest June 10, 2026 6:01 pm Columbus Free Press - Ohio The Bureau of Land Management is once again moving forward with plans to lease parcels in Wayne National Forest for fracking in southeastern Ohio. Public comments are now open on the agency’s latest environmental review document, called a Determination of …
The Tecumseh Theater: A Theater Reborn June 7, 2026 1:53 am WHIZ - Fox 5 - Ohio By Jarrod Allen SHAWNEE, Ohio — Dozens of people converged on an historic three-story building in Perry Co. Saturday evening to be part of the building’s legacy. Tecumseh Theater, in downtown Shawnee, has spent decades in disrepair and, at one time, water …

Ohio Department of Natural Resources

Nearly 15,000 acres of Ohio land opened up to fracking after heated meeting June 29, 2026 6:56 pm The Daily Record - Ohio June 29, 2026, 2:21 p.m. ET Ohio's Oil and Gas Management Commission approved bids to allow fracking on nearly 15,000 acres of public land. The approved areas include Egypt Valley and Jockey Hollow wildlife areas, as well as Salt Fork State Park. …
Event to explore natural, archaeological history of southern Belmont County June 29, 2026 12:14 pm The Times Leader - Ohio Photo provided Located in Ohio’s Appalachian Plateau, Raven Rocks is known for its sandstone cliffs, ravines, rock overhangs and a secluded waterfall. Early pioneers referred to the area as the First Ravine of the Raven Rocks, a name tied to its prominent …
Ashland County contributes to Ohio’s sandhill crane count despite inclement weather June 28, 2026 8:57 pm Ashland Source - Ohio ASHLAND – Volunteer observers reported 344 sandhill cranes in Ohio during the 2026 Midwest Crane Count, according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Wildlife. Locally, Ashland County volunteers counted two sandhill cranes. That …
June 2006 flashback: Check out these photos from the Eagle-Gazette archive June 27, 2026 8:32 pm Lancaster Eagle-Gazette - Ohio June 27, 2026, 5:04 a.m. ET Fifth and sixth-grade students walk the halls of Cedar Heights Elementary School in Lancaster as younger students clap and cheer during the school's annual clap out. The school "clapped out" both grades since the …
Holmes youth learn conservation at day camp June 27, 2026 7:27 pm Your Ohio News Nearly 60 elementary students explored forestry, wildlife and geology June 24 at the Woodring Farm near Nashville during the third annual Holmes SWCD event Cory Burroughs, Ohio Division of Wildlife ranger, talks to the youth at the Holmes Soil & Water …
Warnings to avoid harmful algal bloom in Lake Erie June 27, 2026 9:37 am Fremont News Messenger - Ohio June 25, 2026, 4:58 p.m. ET Warnings for you, your pets and children continue with the 2026 harmful algal bloom, which is expected to be mild, similar to the last few years. The annual HAB forecast was hosted by the Ohio Sea Grant and Stone Laboratory for …
Hannah Wynne shares updates on Circleville parks June 27, 2026 6:34 am Circleville Herald - Ohio CIRCLEVILLE — The Circleville Strategic Planning Committee, chaired by City Council member Sheri Theis, heard a presentation from City Planner Hannah Wynne regarding the parks within the city (minus Barthelmas) on Tuesday, June 16. Wynne began by reminding …

Ohio State Forests

Holmes youth learn conservation at day camp June 27, 2026 7:27 pm Your Ohio News Nearly 60 elementary students explored forestry, wildlife and geology June 24 at the Woodring Farm near Nashville during the third annual Holmes SWCD event Cory Burroughs, Ohio Division of Wildlife ranger, talks to the youth at the Holmes Soil & Water …
ODNR Division of Forestry seeks public input at open house events June 24, 2026 8:50 pm Logan-Hocking Times - Ohio LOGAN — The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Forestry invites the public to attend in-person open houses to learn more about the Annual Work Plan for State Forests. All three open house events will take place August 31 through …
Temporary forest road closures scheduled during Southern Ohio Forest Rally June 10, 2026 2:43 am The Telegram - Ohio The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Forestry will temporarily close some state forest roads and corresponding horse (bridle) trails during the 2026 Southern Ohio Forest Rally. This year, the annual car rally runs through Saturday, …
State Record ‘Slab’ June 9, 2026 11:13 pm Ohio Ag Net/Ohio's Country Journal By Dan Armitage A new Ohio state record category for hybrid crappie (White Crappie X Black Crappie) has been approved by the Outdoor Writers of Ohio (OWO) with consultation from the Ohio Division of Wildlife. Biologists with the wildlife agency noted that …
Ohio Envirothon preps students for future science-related careers June 9, 2026 9:00 am Farm and Dairy BLOOMINGDALE, Ohio — On a sunny day at Hellbender Preserve in Bloomingdale, Ohio, students traveled back and forth through a path in the woods, measuring trees and sampling soil. While this may not be a typical classroom, getting outside and exploring is …
ODNR celebrates historic trees with America 250 Events June 2, 2026 7:50 am Toledo Legal News - Ohio The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Forestry is commemorating America’s 250th anniversary through a series of events highlighting historic trees that have stood witness to the birth and growth of the United States. “These events …
Scholarships and sponsorships available for Camp Canopy May 25, 2026 7:21 am Toledo Legal News - Ohio The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Forestry is highlighting scholarship and sponsorship opportunities for Ohio high school students interested in attending Camp Canopy, Ohio’s premier forestry and wildlife camp, this summer. “Camp …

Mohican-Memorial State Forest

ODNR seeking submissions for new trail honoring Ohio service men and women at Mohican State Forest June 12, 2026 8:04 am Toledo Legal News - Ohio As part of the America 250-Ohio Celebration, the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) is seeking submissions of messages Ohio service members sent to their families and loved ones to be part of a new trail called the Letters to Home Trail. The trail …
Gabe Rainwater achieves rare 20-year ultramarathon streak June 8, 2026 10:47 am Coshocton Tribune - Ohio June 8, 2026, 5:04 a.m. ET FRESNO — Gabe Rainwater of Fresno completed his 20th consecutive Mohican 100-Mile Trail Run in Loudonville, becoming only the sixth runner in event history to reach that milestone and the youngest to do so. The Mohican 100 is one …
'Spectacular' and 'natural gem' Ohio parks rank among the best in US June 3, 2026 5:21 pm The Daily Record - Ohio June 3, 2026, 11:35 a.m. ET Two Ohio parks were named among the nation's best in the USA TODAY 10BEST Readers' Choice Awards. Mohican State Park ranked No. 2 and Hocking Hills State Park ranked No. 4 in the poll. Ohio was the only state to have …
Gabe Rainwater earns 20th Mohican 100 finish June 3, 2026 4:36 pm Your Ohio News The local ultrarunner became the youngest runner to reach 20 finishes at the Loudonville race and received the event’s 2,000-Mile Buckle Local ultrarunner Gabe Rainwater achieved a rare milestone May 31 by completing his 20th consecutive Mohican 100-Mile …
ODNR creates new trail at Mohican State Park with messages from Ohioans who died while at war May 26, 2026 4:12 pm WOSU - Ohio As part of the America 250-Ohio Celebration, the Ohio Department of Natural Resources wants to recognize Ohio’s military members in a new "Letters to Home Trail." The trail will be built at Mohican State Forest near the Mohican Memorial Shrine …
Ohio Department of Natural Resources hosts events for America 250 April 1, 2026 8:42 pm CIty Scene Columbus - Ohio From Lake Erie, to its 76 state parks, to its miles of biking and hiking trails, Ohio has no shortage of beautiful outdoor spaces to explore and appreciate. In celebration of America 250, the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) has planned more …
Greater Mohican Audubon Society keeps citizen science, birding alive with Christmas Bird Count December 20, 2025 6:35 pm Richland Source - Ohio MIFFLIN — Hawks and robins and wrens — oh my. Eight members of the Greater Mohican Audubon Society braved the bitter wind and snow to count birds Friday morning. The group did not just take a leisurely stroll around a park together. Instead, they split up …

Shawnee State Forest

It's firefly season in Ohio: Here are the best spots to view the tiny lights June 24, 2026 9:58 am Marion Star - Ohio June 24, 2026, 5:01 a.m. ET Firefly season has arrived in Ohio, with a particularly vibrant display expected this summer. Recent heavy rains and a humid June have created ideal conditions for a high-density emergence of the beetles. Ohio is home to a …
Temporary forest road closures scheduled during Southern Ohio Forest Rally June 10, 2026 2:43 am The Telegram - Ohio The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Forestry will temporarily close some state forest roads and corresponding horse (bridle) trails during the 2026 Southern Ohio Forest Rally. This year, the annual car rally runs through Saturday, …
Why you rarely see the hairy-tailed mole in Ohio June 6, 2026 11:46 am The Daily Record - Ohio June 6, 2026, 6:01 a.m. ET Ohio is home to three mole species: the eastern mole, the hairy-tailed mole and the star-nosed mole. The hairy-tailed mole, which prefers wooded habitats, was likely the most common mole in Ohio before European settlement. Moles …
Jenny Richards receives “Environmental Educator of the Year” Award April 26, 2026 1:48 am People’s Defender - Ohio News Release Jenny Richards, longtime naturalist at Shawnee State Park with the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR), has been named Environmental Educator of the Year by the Environmental Education Council of Ohio (EECO), a nonprofit organization …
John Martin Uldrich April 21, 2026 4:05 pm The Scioto Voice - Ohio John Martin Uldrich, 40 of Chillicothe, Ohio, suffered a heart attack in his sleep and went home to be with our Lord and Savior Jesus of Nazareth on Friday morning, April 17, 2026. John was born on January 19, 1986 in Mayfield Heights to the late Dennis …
New 'Ohio Stream Guide' offers deep dive into state's waterways, history February 14, 2026 11:04 am The Daily Record - Ohio Feb. 14, 2026, 6:00 a.m. ET Ohio has 60,000 miles of waterways, with many high-quality streams located in the central part of the state. A new, second edition of "The Ohio Stream Guide" has been released, offering a comprehensive look at the …
One last glimpse of fall from Copperhead Fire Tower November 11, 2025 12:21 am WSAZ - West Virginia SCIOTO COUNTY, Ohio (WSAZ) – In just the space of a weekend, it feels like it was farewell to fall and hello winter. Last Friday was our last chance to enjoy what was left of all the colors of autumn before the wind, rain and snow. We had a bird’s-eye view …

Zaleski State Forest

SOFR 26: Engines roar, gravel flies, tourism drives ahead June 22, 2026 1:02 am The Telegram - Ohio The Southern Ohio Forest Rally (SOFR) has become a red-letter day in Vinton County over the years. The small but powerful race cars were an attraction in both McArthur and the Zaleski State Forest race trail on Saturday, June 13, which was the final day of …
Temporary forest road closures scheduled during Southern Ohio Forest Rally June 10, 2026 2:43 am The Telegram - Ohio The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Forestry will temporarily close some state forest roads and corresponding horse (bridle) trails during the 2026 Southern Ohio Forest Rally. This year, the annual car rally runs through Saturday, …
‘A Day In The Woods’ offers ‘Forest Soils: From Trees to Trails’ program May 24, 2026 10:01 pm The Telegram - Ohio The “A Day In The Woods” series is offering an engaging, hands-on workshop entitled “Forest Soils: From Trees to Trails,” designed for woodland owners and forest enthusiasts who want a deeper understanding of what lies beneath their feet. This hands-on …
Hotel McArthur historic renovation to continue thanks to $5 million in new grant funds February 21, 2026 12:41 am WOUB Public Media - Ohio Hotel McArthur historic renovation to continue thanks to $5 million in new grant funds By: Amanda Pirani Posted on: Friday, February 20, 2026 < < Back to MCARTHUR, Ohio (WOUB/Report for America) — After a fire caused severe damage to Hotel …
Bald eagle comeback results in four nests in Athens February 9, 2026 5:43 am The Post - Ohio American bald eagles are an incredible sight to see, even with their population increasing significantly over the years. Athens’ bald eagles are often spotted, flying majestically through the air or perched on a tree after being considered endangered on a …
Trees to Textbooks program generates $654,000 for Vinton County governments November 29, 2025 2:59 am The Telegram - Ohio Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Director Mary Mertz and members of the Ohio Division of Forestry recently visited Vinton County South Elementary School to present a Trees to Textbooks program check. Vinton County governments received $654,066. …
New state record striped bass certified November 28, 2025 1:27 pm Ohio Ag Net/Ohio's Country Journal By Dan Armitage Despite being many years since Kiser Lake, a small impoundment in Champaign County, has been stocked with striped bass – not the more popular hybrids – the lake has produced Ohio’s newest state record. The new state record striper, …

Ohio Wildlife

NOAA forecasts moderate algal bloom for Lake Erie June 29, 2026 7:25 pm Farm and Dairy PUT-IN-BAY, Ohio — Lake Erie and the scores of people who depend on it for drinking water, recreation and tourism should expect a “moderate” harmful algal bloom season this summer, according to the latest forecast from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric …
Is the Strawberry Moon pink? How June's full moon got its name June 29, 2026 7:15 pm Marco Eagle - Florida June 29, 2026, 2:22 p.m. ET June's full moon, known as the Strawberry Moon, will reach its peak fullness on the night of June 29. The name "Strawberry Moon" comes from Native American tribes and relates to the strawberry harvesting season. …
New River Expedition plans to paddle from North Carolina to West Virginia June 29, 2026 7:08 pm Carroll News - Virginia The New River Conservancy, an organization dedicated to “protecting the waters, woodland and wildlife of the New River Watershed,” launched the New River Expedition in early June, with the goal of sending two canoes with four hardy souls down the entire …
Nearly 15,000 acres of Ohio land opened up to fracking after heated meeting June 29, 2026 6:56 pm The Daily Record - Ohio June 29, 2026, 2:21 p.m. ET Ohio's Oil and Gas Management Commission approved bids to allow fracking on nearly 15,000 acres of public land. The approved areas include Egypt Valley and Jockey Hollow wildlife areas, as well as Salt Fork State Park. …
What D.C.'s Algal Bloom Reveals About a Growing Water Threat June 29, 2026 6:00 pm Newswise Newswise — When bright green water appeared in the newly renovated Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, it drew national attention and sparked political finger-pointing. The culprit: cyanobacteria—sometimes called blue-green algae—a type of bacteria that can …
19 Forgotten Beach Resorts That Defined Summer in the 1960s June 29, 2026 5:31 pm Travelbinger There was a moment in the 1960s when summer in America felt like it would last forever. Before budget flights scattered families to Cancún, before Disney World swallowed Florida whole, and before the Hamptons became a billionaire theme park, millions of …
Argosy VI Becomes Part of Alabama’s Artificial Reef System on July 1 June 29, 2026 4:04 pm Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources A former Indiana riverboat casino, the Argosy VI, will be intentionally sunk in 122 feet of water approximately 23 nautical miles south of Orange Beach on Wednesday, July 1, 2026, to create important marine fisheries habitat and become a fishing and scuba …

Hiking in Ohio

Now is the time to see fireflies in Ohio June 29, 2026 7:26 pm The Pike County News Watchman - Ohio Would you like some free nighttime entertainment? Then head outside after dusk for nature's free display of beautiful sunsets followed by an early fireworks display thanks to the fireflies. Firefly displays can be seen in Ohio from early June into …
Mary Jane Blassingham, 95, of Virginia Beach June 29, 2026 4:28 pm Williamsburg Yorktown Daily - Virginia Mary Jane Blassingham, 95, of Westminster-Canterbury on Chesapeake Bay in Virginia Beach, passed away on June 24, 2026. Born in Cleveland, Ohio, Janie lived in New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania before moving to Norfolk in 1943 and later to Virginia …
Beat the heat at these Monroe area pools and parks June 29, 2026 3:53 pm Monroe Evening News - Michigan June 29, 2026, 11:21 a.m. ET An extreme heat watch is in effect for Monroe County, with temperatures expected to reach the mid-90s to near 100 degrees. Numerous splash pads, pools, and aquatic centers are available in and around Monroe County, Michigan, to …
Here are 10 kid-friendly Ohio outdoor family vacation destinations June 29, 2026 11:04 am AOL Kevin Sutton, The Times Reporter Mon, June 29, 2026 at 9:10 AM UTC COLUMBUS − High gas prices and tight schedules shouldn't keep your family from making big summer memories. Luckily, Ohio is uniquely packed with diverse, affordable outdoor getaways …
Close to home and budget-friendly: 10 Ohio outdoor vacation destinations June 29, 2026 9:33 am The Daily Record - Ohio June 29, 2026, 5:10 a.m. ET COLUMBUS − High gas prices and tight schedules shouldn't keep your family from making big summer memories. Luckily, Ohio is uniquely packed with diverse, affordable outdoor getaways that feel a world away, but are just a …
Poison ivy: An annual problem in Ohio June 29, 2026 9:30 am Lancaster Eagle-Gazette - Ohio June 29, 2026, 4:17 a.m. ET The entire plant - not just the leaves - can cause a reaction if you touch it The reaction typically starts within a few hours to several days after exposure You can’t spread poison ivy to someone else When it comes to …
Meet Dartmouth Tuck’s MBA Class Of 2027 June 28, 2026 5:33 pm Poets&Quants - California Location. Expertise. Brand. Support. They’re all good reasons to choose a business school. Pay and prestige, lifestyle and amenities, access and opportunity. They all justify the investment to varying degrees. However, there is one differentiator that …