Ohio Cuffs & Collars: Lake Erie angler busted for too many perch
Field reports from Ohio Division of Wildlife published in the Nov. 24, 2023, edition of Ohio Outdoor News.
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November 21, 2023
What can acorn availability tells us about deer? Study out of Georgia tackles the topic
It is common knowledge among deer hunters that whitetail movement is largely driven by food.
Therefore, acorns make up a large part of the whitetail diet. To learn more about acorn production and how it affects deer behavior, University of Florida researcher Kelsey Demeny undertook a two-year study of oak trees to determine which oaks produced the most mast and how whitetails behaved around them.
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Year’s final algae bloom assessment on Western Basin of Lake Erie rated as moderately severe
The algal forecast is primarily based upon spring Maumee River Dissolved Reactive Phosphorous (DRP) loading calculations and flow readings through the end of June.
Veterans’ ‘Hero’ hunt again a successful one in southeast Ohio
Sixteen Ohio veterans were recently treated to a guided archery hunt at Zaleski State Forest by the Ohio DNR (ODNR). The ODNR divisions of Forestry, Wildlife, and Parks and Watercraft partnered with the Buckeye Hero Hunt Committee to provide this opportunity to hunt white-tailed deer.
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Ohio Mixed Bag: B.A.S.S. examining forward-facing sonar
B.A.S.S. officials announced recently that while they will continue allowing the use of forward-facing and live sonar during the 2024 Elite Series season, the organization is creating a committee of representatives from across the company to continuously monitor the use of live sonar, listen to angler feedback and gauge the technology’s impact on competition, fan experience and bass populations.
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New to crossbows? Here are some realities to consider
Following the lead of multiple states of full-on inclusion, Minnesota legalized crossbows for all deer hunters this season. The numbers that have rolled in so far, harvest-wise, show that plenty of hunters have made the switch from vertical bows to crossbows, while others are likely first-timers who previously only gun hunted.
The debate on whether this is a good thing, a bad thing, or somewhat irrelevant, won’t end anytime soon.
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Iowa cities, conservation groups offered $400,000 in 2023 through motor fuel tax grants
A total of 14 groups were offered a combined $400,000 in funds recently to improve water-related facilities and structures as part of the Water Recreation Access Cost-Share (WRAC) grants awarded through the Iowa Natural Resources Commission.
The grants, approved at the November meeting of the commission, help cities and conservation groups improve water access for recreational purposes. Projects range from the purchase of land access and dock replacement to localized dredging.
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WI Daily Update: You can help with a state black bear study
Wisconsin DNR scientists are conducting a study to learn more
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MN Daily Update: Get into state parks for free this Friday
The Minnesota DNR is waving entrance fees to all of
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