Nelson-Kennedy Ledges State park on Rte. 422 in Portage County is a hidden gem. Short hiking trails and a nice family picnic area in a geologically unique area make this a great spot for families with small children. The area is glacially eroded sandstone. Although Ohio does not have limestone caverns like Kentucky, these caves [...]
Harrisburg, PA – Pennsylvania anglers have landed nearly a dozen prize-winning fish as part of Cabela’s “Wanna Go Fishing for Millions?” national contest, including one fish that may carry a $9,000 prize. As a partner in the contest, the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC) tagged fish in eight waterways across the state. Cabela’s today confirmed that 11 tags have been submitted as part of [...]
COLUMBUS, OH – Hunters wanting to participate in Ohio’s fall controlled deer and waterfowl hunts have until July 31 to submit permit applications for a random drawing according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR), Division of Wildlife. These special hunts are held on selected public areas to provide additional hunting opportunities. New this [...]
COLUMBUS, OH – Nature enthusiasts throughout Ohio are encouraged to enter a lottery to tour Ohio’s only floating island – Cranberry Bog State Nature Preserve in Buckeye Lake – during the bog’s annual open house from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, June 18. Attendance at this popular open house is limited, according to [...]
Image by be OH be via Flickr West Branch State Park in Ravenna is a local treasure. A two Thousand acre lake and 5,000 acres of park means there’s lots of opportunities for things to do. It’s proximity to Akron and Cleveland means its a popular destination with a lot of amenities. Fishing or skiing [...]
