On Aug. 8, Ohio will hold an election that will determine the future of hunting, trapping, gun rights, and even conservation. This fact may not be understood by sportsmen and women because State Issue 1 does not mention hunting or trapping or your right to own a firearm.
Commentary: Issue 1 is about protecting Ohio’s hunting, fishing, trapping rights
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