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Ohiocontrolled Hunting
CONTROLLED HUNTING OHIO OPPORTUNITIES 2020-2021 Application period JULY 1, 2020 to JULY 31, 2020 OHIO DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES DIVISION OF WILDLIFE wildohio.gov OHIO DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES DIVISION OF WILDLIFE The Division of Wildlife’s mission is to conserve and improve fish and wildlife resources and their habitats for sustainable use and appreciation by all. VISIT US ON THE WEB WILDOHIO.GOV FOR GENERAL INFORMATION 1-800-WILDLIFE (1-800-945-3543) TO REPORT WILDLIFE VIOLATIONS 1-800-POACHER (1-800-762-2437) DIVISION OF WILDLIFE **AVAILABLE 24 HOURS** DISTRICT OFFICES OHIO GAME CHECK OHIOGAMECHECK.COM WILDLIFE DISTRICT ONE 1500 Dublin Road 1-877-TAG-IT-OH Columbus, OH 43215 (1-877-824-4864) (614) 644‑3925 WILDLIFE DISTRICT TWO HIP CERTIFICATION 952 Lima Avenue 1-877-HIP-OHIO Findlay, OH 45840 (1-877-447-6446) (419) 424‑5000 WILDLIFE DISTRICT THREE FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA 912 Portage Lakes Drive Akron, OH 44319 Like us on Facebook (330) 644‑2293 facebook.com/ohiodivisionofwildlife Follow us on Twitter WILDLIFE DISTRICT FOUR twitter.com/OhioDivWildlife 360 E. State Street Athens, OH 45701 (740) 589‑9930 WILDLIFE DISTRICT FIVE 1076 Old Springfield Pike Xenia, OH 45385 (937) 372‑9261 EQUAL OPPORTUNITY The Ohio Division of Wildlife offers equal opportunity regardless GOVERNOR, STATE OF OHIO of race, color, national origin, age, disability or sex (in education programs). If you believe you have been discriminated against in MIKE DeWINE any program, activity or facility, you should contact: The U. S. Fish and Wildlife Service Diversity & Civil Rights Programs-External Programs, DIRECTOR, OHIO DEPARTMENT 4040 N. -
Devoted to the Study and Appreciation of Ohio's Birdlife • Vol. 35, No. 4
Devoted to the Study and Appreciation of Ohio’s Birdlife • Vol. 35, No. 4 Summer 2012 The Orchard Oriole is the smallest oriole in North America, and a common breeder in Ohio. Doug Day caught the interest of this beautiful male on 14 Jun close to his nest in Armleder Park, Hamilton. On the cover: Jerry Talkington obtained a stunning close-up of this Snowy Plover on the Conneaut sandspit. The Ohio rarity moved close to the gathering crowd of birders for good documentation on 02 Jun during its single-day visit. Vol. 35 No. 4 Devoted to the Study and Appreciation of Ohio’s Birdlife EDITOR OHIO BIRD RECORDS Craig Caldwell COMMITTEE 1270 W. Melrose Dr. Greg Miller Westlake, OH 44145 Secretary 440-356-0494 243 Mill Street NW [email protected] Sugarcreek, OH 44681 [email protected] PHOTO EDITOR Laura Keene PAST PUBLISHERS [email protected] John Herman (1978-1980) Edwin C. Pierce (1980-2008) CONSULTANTS Mike Egan PAST EDITORS Victor Fazio III John Herman (1978-1980) Laura Peskin Edwin C. Pierce (1980-1991) Bill Whan Thomas Kemp (1987-1991) Robert Harlan (1991-1996) Victor W. Fazio III (1996-1997) Bill Whan (1997-2008) Andy Jones (2008-2010) Jill M. Russell (2010-2012) ISSN 1534-1666 The Ohio Cardinal, Summer 2012 COMMENTS ON THE SEASON By Craig Caldwell der made separate pilgrimages to Mohican SP and SF in Jun and tallied large numbers of many This was a hot, dry summer in most of Ohio. thrush and warbler species. You will see them cit- Temperatures were above normal in June, part ed repeatedly in the Species Accounts. -
Devoted to the Study and Appreciation of Ohio's Birdlife • Vol. 43, No. 3, Spring 2020
Devoted to the Study and Appreciation of Ohio’s Birdlife • Vol. 43, No. 3, Spring 2020 An exciting find for Gautam Apte, this fledgling Eastern Screech-Owl posed at Shaker Lakes,Cuyahoga , on 08 May. On the cover: The first state record Hooded Oriole was the highlight of spring migration for Bruce Miller, who masterfully photographed it at a private residence in Columbus on 02 April. Vol. 43 No. 3 Devoted to the Study and Appreciation of Ohio’s Birdlife EDITOR OHIO BIRD RECORDS Craig Caldwell COMMITTEE 1270 W. Melrose Dr. Westlake, OH 44145 Jay G. Lehman 440-356-0494 Secretary [email protected] 7064 Shawnee Run Rd. Cincinnati, OH 45243 [email protected] PHOTO EDITOR Jamie Cunningham PAST PUBLISHERS [email protected] John Herman (1978–1980) Edwin C. Pierce (1980–2008) LAYOUT Roger Lau PAST EDITORS [email protected] John Herman (1978–1980) Edwin C. Pierce (1980–1991) Thomas Kemp (1987–1991) CONSULTANTS Robert Harlan (1991–1996) Ron Canterbury Victor W. Fazio III (1996–1997) Tim Colborn Bill Whan (1997–2008) Bob Dudley Andy Jones (2008–2010) Stefan Gleissberg Jill M. Russell (2010–2012) Rob Harlan Andy Jones Kent Miller Brian Wulker And the 27 eBird county reviewers ISSN 1534-1666 The Ohio Cardinal, Spring 2020 COMMENTS ON THE SEASON By Craig Caldwell al, with some places getting as little as 75% of their usual rainfall, most of the southern half got This issue reaches you with the hope that you between 125 and 200% of the norm with Cin- and your loved ones are healthy and that the cinnati’s 15 inches being triple the usual amount. -
02/02/2007 3:54 Pm
ACTION: Original DATE: 02/02/2007 3:54 PM 1501:31-15-04 State-owned or administered lands designated as public hunting areas. (A) The following areas administered by divisions of the Ohio department of natural resources are hereby designated as public hunting areas upon which hunting and trapping are permitted as prescribed by the Revised Code or the Administrative Code. (1) The Wayne national forest and the following state forests administered by the division of forestry: Blue Rock Brush creek Beaver creek Dean Fernwood Gifford Harrison Hocking Maumee Perry Pike Richland Furnace Scioto Trail Shade river Shawnee Sunfish creek Tar Hollow West Shade Yellow creek [ stylesheet: rule.xsl 2.14, authoring tool: i4i 2.0 Apr 9, 2003, (dv: 3, p: 27888, pa: 35390, ra: 123010, d: 144435)] print date: 02/02/2007 09:10 PM 1501:31-15-04 2 Zaleski *Mohican Memorial, except for the following described two-hundred-seventy-acre tract: Beginning at the intersection of the center line of route 97 and the west edge of the air strip, thence along the west edge of the air strip continuing in a straight line across Pine Run to a point on the ridge where a westerly line will intersect the west line of the Memorial forest west of Pine Run and about one-half mile south of route 97, thence north with the forest boundary to the middle of route 97, thence with said center line to the point of beginning. (2) The following lands owned, administered by or under agreement with the division of wildlife are hereby designated as public hunting areas or wildlife areas: Aldrich -
View Map of Rock Climbing Area
Rockclimbing & Hocking State Forest History Rappelling Area A visit to the Hocking State Forest can take you back The Hocking State Forest Rockclimbing and to the past and provide a glimpse of the future. The HOCKING Rappelling Area, located off Big Pine Road in sandstone cliffs reveal a time 300 million years ago Spring Hollow, is the only facility on state land in when rivers to the east flowed into a shallow sea the county that permits rockclimbing and covering what is now called Ohio. Over geologic time, rappelling. Nearly a mile of cliff, ranging up to 100 the land rose and small streams cut through the rock STATE FOREST feet, along with numerous slump blocks, cracks, leaving the spectacular cliffs and waterfalls present chimneys, and overhangs provides a variety of today. challenges to the rockclimber and rappeller. Remnant communities of birch and hemlock tell of Rockclimbing & Your safety is our main concern. Novices are times when the climate was much colder and glaciers encouraged to work with an experienced climber or threatened (but were stopped by hills just to the north). Rappelling Area rappeller who “knows the ropes.” Because the area Large diameter 400 to 500 year old trees tell of is comprised of soft sandstone, use of climbing aids simpler times and primitive technology. Most recent such as pitons and chocks is strongly discouraged. changes are exhibited by old road beds, abandoned It is much safer to top-rope. homesites, and stands of pine trees now growing in what were 19 century corn, wheat, and hay fields. The area closes at dark, campfires are prohibited, and please dispose of your litter properly. -
2016 DAY in the WOODS Brochure-Final
OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY EXTENSION Vinton Furnace State Forest “A Day in the Woods” and “2nd Friday Series” programs are sponsored by the Education and Demonstration Subcommittee of the Vinton Furnace State Forest in cooperation with Ohio State University Extension with support from partners, including: Ainin DAY thethe WOODS 2nd Friday Series | May-November Vinton Furnace State Forest is in Vinton Co. , Near McArthur, OH North Entrance (Dundas): From the intersection of SR 93 and SR 324, drive south approximately 0.3 mile and turn left onto Sam Russell Road. Follow Sam Russell Road approximately 2.5 miles to the forest entrance. South Entrance (Radcliff): From the intersection of SR 32 and SR 160, drive approximately 2.1 miles north on SR 160 and turn right onto Experimental Forest Road. Once you enter the forest follow VINTON FURNACE yellow signs to the event location. STATE FOREST For more details located near McArthur, Ohio Visit: https://u.osu.edu/seohiowoods Designed for woodland owners and enthusiasts OSU CFAES provides research and related educational programs Call: 740 -710-3009 (Dave Apsley) to clientele on a nondiscriminatory basis. 740-596-5212 https://u.osu.edu/seohiowoods For more information: go.osu.edu/cfaesdiversity. (OSU Extension—Vinton Co.) Email: [email protected] Spring Edibles A Day in the Woods May 13 - Vinton Furnace State Forest* *Programs with a teal background will take **Programs with a white background will take Learn to identify some common edible spring plants and place at the Vinton Furnace State Forest place at other locations. Maps and directions 2nd Friday Series - 2016 (9 am to 3:30 pm) fungi found in your woods (see map and directions on back). -
Scouting in Ohio
Scouting Ohio! Sipp-O Lodge’s Where to Go Camping Guide Written and Published by Sipp-O Lodge #377 Buckeye Council, Inc. B.S.A. 2009 Introduction This book is provided as a reference source. The information herein should not be taken as the Gospel truth. Call ahead and obtain up-to-date information from the place you want to visit. Things change, nothing is guaranteed. All information and prices in this book were current as of the time of publication. If you find anything wrong with this book or want something added, tell us! Sipp-O Lodge Contact Information Mail: Sipp-O Lodge #377 c/o Buckeye Council, Inc. B.S.A. 2301 13th Street, NW Canton, Ohio 44708 Phone: 330.580.4272 800.589.9812 Fax: 330.580.4283 E-Mail: [email protected] [email protected] Homepage: http://www.buckeyecouncil.org/Order%20of%20the%20Arrow.htm Table of Contents Scout Camps Buckeye Council BSA Camps ............................................................ 1 Seven Ranges Scout Reservation ................................................ 1 Camp McKinley .......................................................................... 5 Camp Rodman ........................................................................... 9 Other Councils in Ohio .................................................................... 11 High Adventure Camps .................................................................... 14 Other Area Camps Buckeye .......................................................................................... 15 Pee-Wee ......................................................................................... -
Humpback Whale
MEASURING THE OF THE ENDANGEREDSuccess SPECIES ACT Recovery Trends in the Northeastern United States Measuring the Success of the Endangered Species Act: Recovery Trends in the Northeastern United States A Report by the Center for Biological Diversity © February 2006 Author: Kieran Suckling, Policy Director: [email protected], 520.623.5252 ext. 305 Research Assistants Stephanie Jentsch, M.S. Esa Crumb Rhiwena Slack and our acknowledgements to the many federal, state, university and NGO scientists who provided population census data. The Center for Biological Diversity is a nonprofit conservation organization with more than 18,000 members dedicated to the protection of endangered species and their habitat through science, policy, education and law. CENTER FOR BIOLOGICAL DIVERSITY P.O. Box 710 Tucson, AZ 85710-0710 520.623.5252 www.biologicaldiversity.org Cover photo: American peregrine falcon Photo by Craig Koppie Cover design: Julie Miller Table of Contents Executive Summary…………………………………………………………….. 1 Methods………………………………………………………………………….. 2 Results and Discussion………………….………………………………………. 5 Photos and Population Trend Graphs…………………………...……………. 9 Highlighted Species..……………………………………………………...…… 32 humpback whale, bald eagle, American peregrine falcon, Atlantic piping plover, shortnose sturgeon, Atlantic green sea turtle, Karner blue butterfly, American burying beetle, seabeach amaranth, dwarf cinquefoil Species Lists by State………………………………………………………….. 43 Technical Species Accounts………………………………………………….... 49 Measuring the Success of the Endangered Species Act Executive Summary The Endangered Species Act is America’s foremost biodiversity conservation law. Its purpose is to prevent the extinction of America’s most imperiled plants and animals, increase their numbers, and effect their full recovery and removal from the endangered list. Currently 1,312 species in the United States are entrusted to its protection. -
Comments on the Season
The Ohio Cardinal, Summer 2015 COMMENTS ON THE SEASON By Craig Caldwell ment considering how adversely the woodland birds are hurt by fragmentation from pipelines. Jun was the rainiest on record. We were not alone I would estimate 16–20 pairs found in five differ- in our misery—it was also Illinois’ and Indiana’s ent areas, two of which are newly colonized or I wettest. States from Virginia to New Hampshire overlooked them before.” were within their top five rainiest, and precipita- As usual, a few straggling northbound vireos tion in the country as a whole ranked in the top and warblers were seen in Jun, but read the ac- 10% of the 121 years with data. No Ohio sta- counts of Blue-headed Vireo, Golden-crowned tion recorded less than four inches of rain. Most Kinglet, Hermit Thrush, Golden-winged and stations received six to 10 inches, some in the Mourning warblers, and White-throated and west central region 10 to 15, and a few endured White-crowned sparrows for sightings at unusual more than 15 inches. The month’s average tem- times or places. perature was only a little above normal, but the This issue of the Cardinal includes accounts average maximum was lower than usual and the of birds singing the song of another species—see average minimum was well above normal. the accounts of Golden-winged and Blue-winged The rains continued into Jul, though the warblers, Tennessee Warbler, and Dark-eyed month ranked “only” in the wettest quartile. Junco. This is not uncommon, because most of Most of the eastern half of the state received our songbirds learn their vocalizations although two to five inches though pockets were above or even learned song has some genetic foundation. -
Public Works Commission
State of Ohio Public Works Commission Clean Ohio Fund - Green Space Conservation Program Acreage Report County Applicant Project Name ProjID Grant Acquired Description Adams Highlands Nature Sanctuary, Inc. Kamama Nature Preserve Expansion CONAD 188,356 93 Acres Acquisition of approximately 93 acres of land in Adams County to nearly double the Kamama Prairie Preserve. This will add nearly one mile of stream protection in the Turkey Creek Watershed, and protects a rare plant community referred to as an"alkaline short-grass prairie." Adams The Nature Conservancy Buzzardroost Rock and Cave Hollow Preserve COCAB 337,050 216 Acres This project consists of acquisition of 216 acres of land in Adams County to expand the Buzzardrock Addition Preserve. The preserve is named for the turkey and black vultures that frequent the 300-foot rock and associated cliffs of the property. Adams The Nature Conservancy Additions To Edge of Appalachia Preserve System CODAC 725,062 383 Acres This project consists of acquisition of 383 acres to expand the Abner Hollow, Cave Hollow, Lynx Prairie, and Wilderness preserves in Adams County. The project serves to protect and increase habitat for threatened and endangered species, preserves streamside forests, connects protected natural areas, provides aesthetic preservation benefits, facilitates good management for safe hunting, and enhances economic development related to recreation and ecotourism. Adams The Nature Conservancy Sunshine Corridor and Adjacent Tracts COEAB 741,675 654 Acres This project consists of the fee simple acquisition of 654 acres at five locations in Adams County. This project protects habitat, preserves headwater streams and streamside forest, connects natural areas, and facilitates outdoor education. -
Where to Go Camping Guide
The where to go camping guide has been put together by the Order of the Arrow and the Outdoor Program Committee to give a list of places units can go for various activities. It contains a list of Camps, parks, and other facilities available within a reasonable distance. There are roughly 200 locations listed. Our hope is that you will use this guide as a reference as you research and plan your upcoming camping and hiking trips and other activities for your unit. Updated June 2018 Page 1 How to use this guide: The list is alphabetical, and each one contains at least one means of contact info. Below the contact info section is a website link, followed by if it has hiking trails, and last is the list of things the location has to offer. There will usually be two locations listed per page, with the document being 100 pages in length. Contact us: If you have any additions or corrections, please email [email protected] with "Where to Go Camping Guide" in the title. We would like to know if you are using this and we want to continue to add information that is useful to you! How to plan a campout: The Adventure Plan (TAP) is a National resource to help units plan and execute a great camping experience for youth. It includes the following • Ideas for outings / activities • Budgets / financial worksheets • Travel options / reservations & permits • Examples including timetables, duty rosters, and more • Equipment lists • Health and Safety information • List of historic trails And more! It has 52 steps, but don’t let that deter you from using this tool. -
SAP Crystal Reports
State of Ohio {rpt0010-15} Public Works Commission Clean Ohio Fund - Green Space Conservation Program District 15 Acreage Report County Applicant Project Name ProjID Grant Acquired Description Adams Highlands Nature Sanctuary, Inc. Grileyii/Rrunv/Whipplevii/River Bluffsii Acquisitions COIAC 489,363250 Acres Acquisition of about 250 acres in Scioto and Adams Counties, to preserve high quality open spaces, protect rare plant and animal species, enhance economic development through ecotourism, and provide passive outdoor recreational opportunities for the general public. Adams Highlands Nature Sanctuary, Inc. Rock Run Preserve & Highlands Nature Santuary COLAA 963,812441 Acres This project expands the sanctuary with the acquisition of five seperate parcels located in Adams, Expansion Highlands, and Ross Counties totaling 441 acres. At the heart of this sanctuary is the Rocky Fork Gorge, a 100-foot high steep-walled canyon noted for its rock formations, white cedars, and wildflowers. Adams Highlands Nature Sanctuary, Inc. Kamama Nature Preserve Expansion CONAD 188,35693 Acres Acquisition of approximately 93 acres of land in Adams County to nearly double the Kamama Prairie Preserve. This will add nearly one mile of stream protection in the Turkey Creek Watershed, and protects a rare plant community referred to as an"alkaline short-grass prairie." Adams The Nature Conservancy Buzzardroost Rock and Cave Hollow Preserve COCAB 337,050216 Acres This project consists of acquisition of 216 acres of land in Adams County to expand the Buzzardrock Addition Preserve. The preserve is named for the turkey and black vultures that frequent the 300-foot rock and associated cliffs of the property. Adams The Nature Conservancy Lynx Prairie/Buzzardroost Rock/Strait Creek COCAI 429,840336 Acres This project consists of fee simple acquisition of about 336 acres for the Lynx Prairie, Buzzardroost Preserves Rock, and Strait Creek preserves.