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Ohio DNR seeking new natural resources officers

The Ohio DNR is seeking enthusiastic applicants for its new class of natural resources officer cadets, who will be trained to protect and patrol Ohio’s state parks, forests, natural preserves, and waterways.
The application window is open through Aug. 4 for seasoned, commissioned officers and those eager to begin their law enforcement journey at ODNR.

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Maumee River’s scenic status celebrated in Ohio on 50th anniversary

The Ohio DNR (ODNR) and Metroparks Toledo recently celebrated the 50th anniversary of the Maumee River’s state scenic and recreational designation with a special event for river enthusiasts.
“Today, we’re not just celebrating the anniversary of the scenic river designation of the Maumee River, but also the foresight of the communities and agencies who supported the designation and have served as caretakers for this magnificent river for 50 years,” said ODNR Director Mary Mertz. “The high quality of the river has been maintained and not only provides habitat for native flora and fauna, it also enhances the quality of life in northwest Ohio.”

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Iowa DNR seeks comment on proposed Shooting Sports Grant Program administrative rule revisions

The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is seeking informal comments on administrative rules for the Shooting Sports Grant Program.
Executive Order 10 (EO10), signed by the Governor on Jan. 10, 2023, requires all state agencies to identify which administrative rule chapters will be retained or rescinded. The EO10 process includes public engagement with the opportunity for meaningful input.

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Iowa angler wins grand prize in Midwest Walleye Challenge

The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) partnered for a third year with MyCatch by Angler’s Atlas to conduct a statewide walleye fishing challenge March 30 through June 30.
Iowa angler Larry Hulsebus was one of the Midwest Walleye Challenge grand prize winners, earning a five-day Northwest Ontario walleye fishing trip.

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Iowa DNR dispatching wildland firefighters across the western United States

The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) Fire Program has dispatched wildland firefighters to help with fire management efforts across the Rocky Mountains, the west coast and the Pacific Northwest. 
Iowa DNR staff and other Iowa-based firefighters are members of hand crews in Colorado and South Dakota. Other agency staff are assisting the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service fire engines in Wyoming.

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Wet spring may impact 2024 pheasant hunting season in Iowa

Iowa’s pheasant population typically shows increases following mild winters with springs that are dryer and warmer than normal.
While last winter was average to below average snowfall, spring was wetter than normal, with May coming in as the eighth wettest in 152 years of records. Given the statewide information, the weather model is predicting pheasant populations will likely be lower for the 2024 hunting season.

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