‘Natural leader’ named CO of the year
Jeff Milloy of Kenora has been named the 2022 Conservation Officer of the Year, as nominated by his peers throughout the province.
Be bear aware, NDMNRF and OPP reminds
The NDMNRF and Ontario Provincial Police remind everyone to be careful as black bears come out of hibernation.
Severn noise bylaw affecting firearms use amended
A noise bylaw recently passed by Severn Township municipal council has been amended to remove firearm usage restrictions.
Ask a CO: Why is there no hunting season for red squirrels?
Ask a CO takes Ontario OUT of DOORS readers’ questions and utilizes the knowledge of Conservation Officers to find the answers.
New hunting regs released
The 2022 Hunting Regulations Summary is now online as a downloadable .PDF document; print copies to be distributed the week of April 4.
Fishing licence revenue cycle continues
Fishing licence revenue continues to follow a three-year cyclical pattern of high, medium, and low sales as a result of three-year licences.
Giant muskie to be restored in Kenora
A giant muskie sculpture in Kenora will be restored as part of a $493,077 provincial investment in revitalizing the city’s harbourfront.
Fines issued for failing to report
Hunters who do not comply with mandatory hunter reporting requirements will face a $25 surcharge even if they did not hunt or harvest.
Ice hut removal deadlines draw near
The Ontario Conservation Officers Association (OCOA) is once again reminding anglers to plan the removal of their ice huts.