Ohiodnr.com Information on forestry & natural resources on Ohio
Title
Ohio Department of Natural Resources - camping, boating, fishing, hunting, biking, hiking in Ohio
Description
Director's Office • Divisions within ODNR • Map of the ODNR Fountain Square Complex • Table of Organization • Strategic Plan • Annual Report 2004(.pdf file) • ODNR Facilities List • Programs/Contacts by Subject (.pdf file) • Phone Directory (.pdf)
The history of the Department of Natural Resources is rich and varied, beginning with its creation by the Ohio Legislature in 1949. At that time, the department was charged with the responsibility of formulating and putting into execution a long term comprehensive plan and program for the development and wise use of the natural resources of the state, to the end that the health, happiness and wholesome enjoyment of life of the people of Ohio may be further encouraged.
A department of incredible diversity, ODNR owns and manages more than 590,000 acres of land including 74 state parks, 20 state forests, 127 state nature preserves, and 120 wildlife areas. The department also has jurisdiction over more than 120,000 acres of inland waters; 7,000 miles of streams; 481 miles of Ohio River; and 2-1/4 million acres of Lake Erie.
