Wondering what’s happening this March? March 1: • Antlerless deer draw application opens • Spring black bear and wild turkey hunting licences available for purchase March 14 – 17: Visit us at the Toronto Sportsmen’s Show! March 15: Ice hut Continue reading Wondering what’s happening this March?
Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) are asking the public to be cautious with black bears starting to come out of hibernation early because of the mild winter. Some parts of the province are reporting early black bear sightings, the province and Continue reading Bears coming out of hibernation early
https://www.bluewateranglers.com/news-events/hatchery-open-house The Bluewater Anglers’ fish hatchery will be open to the public on Saturday, March 16th and Sunday, March 17th between 10:00 AM and3:00 PM each day.
Jason Flinders, president of the Brant Rod and Gun Club, welcomed people to the club’s Eco-Conference on Saturday, March 2. President Flinders said, “it was a fantastic day, Doris Myke is the founder of the conference, she’s a volunteer and Continue reading Brant Eco Conference
On Tuesday, March 5th, 2024, OFAH Zone J Chair, Mark Braet was at the Minto Town Council meeting to show support for Jill from Minto, for her campaign to allow Sunday gun hunting. Jill started a petition which gathered 138 Continue reading Minto Town Council Meeting
Ontario Family Fishing Events Four times a year, Canadian residents can fish in Ontario for free. This means you do not need to buy a fishing license if you want to fish during: Mother’s Day Weekend (May 11 & 12, 2024) Father’s Continue reading Ontario Family Fishing Events Go Fishing with your family!
https://oodmag.com/researching-your-guns/ by Ken Doherty | January 29, 2024 I spend considerable time researching vintage firearms. For quick identification or valuation, I turn to reference books. For mystery guns or detailed analysis, however, I thoroughly examine and document them. Then, I just use Continue reading Researching your guns
https://oodmag.com/toronto-sportsmens-show-returns-for-76th-year/ The 76th instalment of the Toronto Sportsmen’s Show (TSS) will take place March 14-17 at the International Centre in Mississauga. The Master Promotions-produced show, which saw a record-breaking 30% spike in attendance in 2023, features hundreds of exhibitors with a wide variety Continue reading Toronto Sportsmen’s Show returns for 76th year
The 2024 Ontario Fishing Regulations Summary is now available! Digital copies can be viewed online or as a PDF download. Ontario’s fishing regulations are developed by the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry in collaboration and consultation with Indigenous communities, Continue reading Download today – 2024 Ontario Fishing Regulations Summary
https://oodmag.com/the-good-and-the-bad-of-feeding-deer/ Feeding wildlife is often a complex and contentious topic. Unlike in many states and provinces, feeding whitetail deer is perfectly legal in Ontario, and done routinely by hunters and non-hunters. Let’s look at the potential issues associated with feeding Continue reading The Good & Bad of Feeding Deer
https://oodmag.com/a-waterfowl-by-any-other-name/ An effort led by the American Ornithological Society (AOS) to rename any bird species named after a person will also affect three species of waterfowl. The Ross’s goose, which is common in the central and western flyways, and breeds Continue reading A waterfowl by any other name
https://oodmag.com/cos-issue-ice-fishing-safety-reminder/ With the late start to ice fishing season, the Ontario Conservation Officers Association (OCOA) is urging anglers to use caution when heading out this winter. “Warm temperatures have caused many lakes to freeze slowly or not at all in Continue reading ice fishing safety reminder
https://oodmag.com/winter-ticks-threaten-moose/ Across this province and beyond, ticks are an increasingly troublesome reality for sportsmen and women. These little bloodsuckers are more than just annoying — they carry a host of ailments to which outdoor enthusiasts are especially vulnerable. Along much Continue reading Winter ticks threaten moose
Following two decades of OFAH advocacy, the Canadian Wildlife Service (CWS) has announced it is considering the establishment of a Sandhill Crane hunt in portions of the Hudson-James Bay, Northern, and Central Waterfowl Districts of Ontario. A 14-day Sandhill Crane Continue reading Ontario considering a Sandhill Crane hunt – show your support today
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On August 18, 2023, we celebrated our new 2023 conservation officers (COs) at a badge ceremony in Thunder Bay. This is in addition to the 56 new COs we have hired since 2021 as part of our commitment to enhancing the Continue reading Welcome New Conservation Officers
t’s time to start preparing for ice fishing! Each year in Ontario, over 200,000 people embrace this winter tradition. Whether you’re new or experienced, being prepared is important for a safe and fun trip. Before heading out, make sure you Continue reading Ice Fishing
Migratory birds are federally managed based on the routes the birds follow as they migrate. There are 4 North American Flyways based on these routes, and MNRF conducts its duck banding program through a funding partnership with the Atlantic and Continue reading MNRF’s duck banding program