An invasive insect that attacks hemlocks is expanding its range in Ontario Hemlock woolly adelgid (HWA) is an aphid-like insect that only feeds on hemlock trees. First found in British Columbia a hundred years ago, and in Virginia in the Continue reading Hemlock bug spreading
Public feedback sought on fishing rule changes Have your say: see your digital edition for easy access to these web pages FMZ 15 Public consultation is now sought for a proposal that may change fishing regulations in Fisheries Management Zone Continue reading Public feedback sought on fishing rule changes
Given the breadth and scope of the proposed changes within Bill 23, we have written to the Standing Committee on Heritage, Infrastructure and Cultural Policy and strongly urged them to defer a clause-by-clause review of the Bill in order to Continue reading OFAH Executive Director calls for pause on the provincial housing bill
Government investing $1.9 million in 38 Great Lakes projects across the province The Ontario government is investing $22,876.00 in The Mysterysnail Management and Removal Project through the Great Lakes Local Action Fund that will help build healthier communities while protecting Continue reading Ontario Supports Action to Continue Protecting and Restoring Great Lakes
Big changes are coming for hunters who participate in Ontario’s controlled deer hunt program. In 2023, the provincial government has committed to a host of changes that include new timelines around the application period and draw results, along with new Continue reading Ontario to make changes to controlled deer hunt
by Editorial Staff | October 19, 2022 Q: Am I permitted to keep arrows in my quiver with a small-game point during bows-only deer season? Occasionally I see rabbits while bowhunting, but I don’t want to waste a broadhead on small game. Continue reading Ask a CO: Am I permitted to keep an arrow in my quiver for small game during bows-only deer season?
Ask a CO: What are the penalties if a misidentified moose is shot? by Editorial Staff | October 11, 2022 Q: There was discussion around our campfire regarding misidentified moose — specifically, calves and yearlings. If there is no obvious negligence when Continue reading Ask a CO: What are the penalties if a misidentified moose is shot?
by Steve Galea | October 18, 2022 Public consultation is now sought for a proposal that may change fishing regulations in Fisheries Management Zone (FMZ) 15. A 171-page Fisheries Management Plan posted by the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry (MNRF) Continue reading Feedback sought on proposal for FMZ 15
by Steve Galea | October 20, 2022 A proposal that may change fishing regulations in Fisheries Management Zone (FMZ) 10 is now available for public comment on the Environmental Registry of Ontario (ERO) until 11:59 p.m. on Dec. 12. The 201-page Fisheries Management Continue reading FMZ 10 changes in the work
by Bruce Ranta | October 17, 2022 One of the most popular deer-hunting techniques used by Ontario’s more than 160,000 deer hunters is sitting, watching, and waiting. Many sit and watch from an elevated position, while others do so from the Continue reading Hunting from forgotten blinds
by Gord Ellis | October 18, 2022 Those of us who are deer hunters all have pet theories we toss around. Some are based on fact, a few on experience, and many on what I call old yarns. Fact is, there Continue reading Debunking deer-hunting myths
Ingredients: Serves 6 3 tbsp olive oil 2 lb venison, cubed 4 cloves garlic, minced 2 medium white onions, diced 1/4 cup flour 4 cups beef broth 1 /2 tall can of Guinness beer, or any other stout 1 /3 cup of tomato paste Continue reading Venison Irish stew
NEWS – Conservation Officers Need Your Help! MNRF Conservation Officers need your help in identifying who is responsible for shooting and abandoning a cow moose north of Nipigon The Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry (MNRF) is asking the for Continue reading NEWS – Conservation Officers Need Your Help!
Q: Am I permitted to keep arrows in my quiver with a small-game point during bows-only deer season? Occasionally I see rabbits while bowhunting, but I don’t want to waste a broadhead on small game. Howard Margolian, Stittsville A: Yes, an archery hunter Continue reading Ask a CO: Am I permitted to keep an arrow in my quiver for small game during bows-only deer season?
Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) has been found in 30 US states and in Alberta, Manitoba, Québec and Saskatchewan, but it has not been detected in Ontario wildlife. And we want to keep it that way! That’s why we’re taking the Continue reading Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD)
Our Learning Centre is open but we need your help! We’re looking for donations of nature books to fill our library shelves If you have books that are looking for a new home, we welcome you to drop them off Continue reading Jack Miner Migratory Bird Sanctuary
A proposal that may change fishing regulations in Fisheries Management Zone (FMZ) 10 is now available for public comment on the Environmental Registry of Ontario (ERO) until 11:59 p.m. on Dec. 12. The 201-page Fisheries Management Plan posted by the Ministry of Natural Continue reading FMZ 10 changes in the works
The weather may be cooling down, but that doesn’t mean ticks have gone away. The risk of a tick bite is still high during the fall seasons, so make sure to cover up, use bug spray, and check yourself (and Continue reading Lyme Disease
The Natural Resources Information Portal (NRIP) now offers online authorization and payment for personal use harvesting of Crown forest wood. Learn more: https://nrip.mnr.gov.on.ca/
NEW this year! Deer gun seasons have been extended by 1 or 2 days to end on a Sunday in many WMUs. If you hunt in southern Ontario, make sure you check if your municipality permits Sunday gun hunting before Continue reading 📢 NEW this year!