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September 2008

Ohio Fall Turkey Season Oct. 11th

COLUMBUS, OH – Hunters are preparing for Ohio’s upcoming fall wild turkey season, which runs Saturday, October 11 through Sunday, November 30, according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Wildlife. New this year, wild turkeys may be hunted throughout the entire season with shotguns using shot, crossbows and longbows. Previously, the [...]

Ohio Trout Stocking in October

COLUMBUS, OH – Approximately 25,000 rainbow trout, measuring 10 to 13-inches in length, will be released into 25 Ohio waterways this October. “This annual stocking provides excellent opportunities for anglers to continue fishing through the fall all across Ohio,” said Elmer Heyob, hatcheries program administrator with the Division of Wildlife. The trout stocking program targets [...]

Explore Ohio’s Woodland Trails

There’s no better way to experience the magic of Ohio’s Fall Color season than with a woodland trek through a state park, forest or nature preserve. ODNR foresters are predicting a color-drenched autumn across most of the state, as cool nights and sunny days turn woodlands vibrant shades of red, orange, gold and yellow. Hiking [...]

McConnells Mill Heritage Days Festival Sept 27th-28th

Sometimes it’s easy to forget that our region does not just include Ohio. We’ve got a huge wall to our east that effectively blocks news and activities from across the political border. Take Rte 422 for instance. Most of us would have no problem finding Nelson Ledges or Even Ladue Reservoir. But Take 422 East [...]

King’s Cross Cemetery Near Raccoon Creek State Park

Steel Valley Outdoor’s resident photographer has submitted these pictures of the King’s Cross Cemetery near Raccoon Creek State Park. Enjoy. And everybody, leave a note to thank Susan. Note: This is the first time I used WordPress’s Gallery Function. Click on an image to see it full sized.