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OHIO Department of Natural Resources, News and Highlights!
Help Fight Hunger:
There are several organizations in Ohio fighting hunger by helping hunters donate a portion or all of their venison to those who need it.
The Division of Wildlife wishes to thank you, the Ohio hunter, for making a difference by donating your venison to the hungry of our state.
For more details Visit: https://ohiodnr.gov/buy-and-apply/hunting-fishing-boating/hunting-resources/donate-venison
For ODNR Controlled Hunts information:
For more details visit: https://ohiodnr.gov/buy-and-apply/hunting-fishing-boating/hunting-resources/controlled-hunting-trapping
Currenty you can apply for:
- Deer, Waterfowl, Small Game, Waterfowl Blind, and Dove permits July 1-31.
- Beaver-otter, furbearer trapping and raccoon hunting and trapping lotteries will occur in-person at the five wildlife district offices on the first Saturday in October.
- Turkey permits March 1-31.
Please report turkey poult sightings by Clicking here
ODNR Rules for Shooting Ranges - Click here
Reminders:
Fishing licenses run 1 year from the time of purchase. Check the bottom of the license for an expiration date.
Follow this external link for ODNR Licenses:
https://ohiodnr.gov/buy-and-apply/hunting-fishing-boating/hunting-resources/hunting-licenses-permits
The Division of Wildlife released a new app called HuntFishOH. The app allows customers to purchase license and gamecheck harvested animals. The app will store your active license so you can easily present them. It also has the regulations available and maps of public hunting areas.
Chase McDonald
State Wildlife Officer
ODNR Division of Wildlife
1076 Old Springfield Pike
Xenia, Ohio 45385
Phone: 513-673-1566