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October 8, 2009

Eagle nests increase for 22nd straight year, survey says

DNR report Columbus – Reflecting national trends, Ohio’s bald eagle population continues to grow in numbers and expand in territory. Biologists with the DNR Division of Wildlife counted a record 215 nests in the state this year, the 22nd consecutive year that the state’s breeding bald eagle population has increased. Of those 215 nests, 113

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36 charged in ginseng bust

By Jane Beathard Contributing Writer Columbus – Thirty-six people are facing a total of 61 criminal charges related to the illegal harvesting and sale of ginseng, following a two-year undercover investigation by the DNR Division of Wildlife. Ron Ollis, who oversees the division’s special operations section, said wildlife officers conducted a multi-county take down on

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Duck opener was poor and rain keeps anglers off the lakes

LAKE_MILLE LACS East – The walleye bite has been tough. Crankbaits are producing “one or two” walleyes a night in shallow water and the day bite has been non-existent. Muskie and pike anglers also struggled this week. Opening weekend waterfowl reports were encouraging with good numbers of ducks and geese in the area. Grouse numbers

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Falling temperatures heat up fishing around state

The Pennsylvania Fish & Boat Commission has begun stocking streams statewide, as part of its fall trout program. For a complete stocking schedule, visit www.fishandboat.com NORTHWEST REGION Lake Erie and tributaries – Perch and walleye fishing remained productive in late September, with perch hitting in 60 to 65 feet and walleyes in 70 to 75

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