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The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Wildlife reports acorn production is strong in red oak trees according to the 2024 acorn mast survey. The survey is a useful report for hunters, which many may use to help guide them when it comes to finding wildlife during hunting seasons. The survey found an average of 68% of red oaks and 34% of white oaks bore fruit on 31 Ohio wildlife areas.

The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Wildlife will release 14,400 ring-necked pheasants at public hunting areas in late October and November. Releases will begin Saturday, Oct. 19 during Ohio’s youth small game hunting season.