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What’s it take to be a natural resources officer? Ohio DNR offering open houses

Fishing, Hunting, Nature Page & Night Sky, News, Ohio /

The Ohio DNR (ODNR) invites anyone interested in a meaningful, mission-driven career to attend one of 11 upcoming natural resources officer (NRO) open houses being held across the state.
“Increasing the number of natural resources officers across that state has been an important mission for myself and Gov. Mike DeWine,” said ODNR Director Mary Mertz. “NROs are crucial to ensuring people who explore our great outdoors are safe while protecting and conserving Ohio’s natural spaces.”

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Prioritize these safety tips during Ohio winters

Fishing, Nature Page & Night Sky, News, Ohio /

As winter weather continues across the state, the Ohio DNR (ODNR) is reminding Ohioans to make safety their top priority when enjoying seasonal outdoor activities, especially around ice. From ice fishing and snowmobiling to hiking and winter boating, preparation and awareness can mean the difference between a memorable outing and a dangerous situation.

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Here’s four ways Minnesota forests are adapted to winter

Minnesota, National News, Nature Page & Night Sky, News /

Minnesota is well known for frigid cold and lots of snow, and this winter is no different.
According to climate data, average 24-hour temperatures for December through February in the state are around 10 degrees Fahrenheit in the north and 18 degrees Fahrenheit in the south. But temperatures can plunge well below zero, as much of the state will experience over the next few days.

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DNR urges landowners to consider adding conifers to help Minnesota’s wildlife in winter

Hunting, Minnesota, Nature Page & Night Sky, News /

During Minnesota winters, conifer trees such as pine, spruce and fir provide critical cover that helps wildlife survive cold, wind and deep snow.
That’s why the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources encourages the nearly 200,000 woodland owners across the state to consider how conifers fit into their woodland management plans.

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Iowa DNR sets public meetings to recap hunting, trapping seasons, discuss possible rule changes

Featured, Hunting, Iowa, News /

The Iowa Department of Natural Resources is hosting a series of town hall-style meetings where local staff will provide updates on recently completed hunting and trapping seasons, discuss possible changes to hunting and trapping rules and regulations, and address other topics as requested.
“We want people to come out to these meetings, listen to the seasons reviews, ask questions and hear directly from our staff.”

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Discarded Christmas trees can be big benefit for Ohio’s fish, wildlife

Fishing, National News, Nature Page & Night Sky, News, Ohio /

The Ohio DNR (ODNR) Division of Wildlife reminds Ohioans that a live-cut Christmas tree may be repurposed after the holidays as habitat for various species of animals. Before you discard your tree, remember that it can find life after the holidays for Ohio’s birds, fish, and mammals, according to the Division of Wildlife.

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Michigan bear hunters record strong 2025 harvest

Featured, Home Page News, Hunting, Michigan, News /

Bear hunters recorded another robust season in Michigan in 2025, harvesting nearly 2,000 animals and bringing home many large bears in the Upper Peninsula.
At the Escanaba-area check stations alone, the Michigan Department of Natural Resources registered an estimated 20 bears above 400 pounds and eight bears above 500 pounds, according to Cody Norton, the DNR’s bear, furbearer and small game specialist.

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