Not only is the Fishing Friendzy Foundation introducing kids and their parents to ethical angling, it’s helping youth become better human beings and further their understanding of how their actions today will affect the future. “That type of thinking can make huge Continue reading Fishing Friendzy fostering responsible youth
https://oodmag.com/foraging-chaga/?mc_cid=0e8f82f885&mc_eid=60393b8d07 Finding what grandma called “Indian medicine mushrooms,” or chaga, is a bonus. Today, I know these irregular-shaped fungi that thrive on birch trees, by their rightful name, chaga (Inonotus obliquus). Grandma said it was good for anything that ails Continue reading Foraging chaga
Five more southern Ontario townships have been added to the list of municipalities that permit Sunday gun hunting. The list, which is updated annually on the first of April and September, now includes the Townships of Amaranth, Mapleton, Minto, Oro-Medonte, and Scugog. Including these additions, Continue reading New Sunday gun hunting opportunities added
Ask An Expert: Splake eggs – Ontario OUT of DOORS Q: I was fishing in a lake stocked with splake. When cleaning our catch, we noticed a few of the fish had eggs in them. My understanding was that splake don’t Continue reading Ask An Expert: Splake eggs
Working with vegetation – Ontario OUT of DOORS Finding lush aquatic vegetation when ice fishing can be like striking gold. Get on the right veg at the right time, and you can experience stellar catches of yellow perch, crappie, walleye, Continue reading Working with vegetation
Hunter reporting penalties increase – Ontario OUT of DOORS The financial penalty for failing to submit a mandatory hunter report two or more times for a species in Ontario is increasing. The changes, made through amendments to the Fish and Wildlife Continue reading Hunter reporting penalties increase
Trapping seasons for various furbearers are opening across the province. Whether you’re a seasoned trapper or just getting started, it’s time to gear up! #DYK? Trapping plays a crucial role in managing wildlife populations and reducing human-wildlife conflicts, such as Continue reading Trapping Season is Underway
OWA Ice Fishing Weekend for Women (Parry Sound) Join us for a weekend of ice fishing for crappie and pike on a private lake just south of Parry Sound. Includes two or three nights accommodation, potluck dinners and a fun Continue reading OWA Ice Fishing Weekend for Women (Parry Sound)
While the risk to humans is low, caution should always be taken when handling wild birds and mammals to reduce the potential for exposure to Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI). What you should know. All bird species can carry avian Continue reading Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI).
Safety first! Be cautious when driving snowmobiles or vehicles over frozen lakes or rivers and always check that the ice is thick enough. Remember: • snowmobiles: minimum 20 centimeters of clear blue ice • light vehicles: minimum 30 centimeters of Continue reading Safety first! Be cautious when driving snowmobiles or vehicles over frozen lakes or rivers and always check that the ice is thick enough.
Salt harming watersheds – Ontario OUT of DOORS Much effort is put into keeping our roads, sidewalks, and parking lots safe when winter storms bring snow and ice. We obviously need to limit vehicle collisions and slips and falls. The Continue reading Salt harming watersheds
Wild pigs may spread CWD – Ontario OUT of DOORS A peer-reviewed study, released in the January 2025 issue of the Emerging Infectious Disease Journal, has found evidence that wild pigs may be able to spread chronic wasting disease (CWD). That disease, Continue reading Wild pigs may spread CWD
Wolves are always hungry – Ontario OUT of DOORS An apex predator, wolves are a valuable component of a healthy ecosystem. Wherever they’re found, weed out the old and the sick and keep the population in order. Wolves — which in the Continue reading Wolves are always hungry
Following camouflage fashion – Ontario OUT of DOORS As a kid, I was absolutely fascinated with my grandfather Ora Ellis’ hunting clothes. Gramps was a keen deer and moose hunter and dressed the part. He had thick, red wool pants Continue reading Following camouflage fashion
Report details status of Canada’s birds – Ontario OUT of DOORS The State of Canada’s Birds 2024 report, released in early October by Environment and Climate Change Canada and Birds Canada, provided an interesting overview regarding Canada’s birds. Though the report showed many Continue reading Report details status of Canada’s birds
Province partners with Starlink – Ontario OUT of DOORS More rural, remote, and northern communities will gain access to high-speed internet thanks to a partnership between the province and Starlink. The new Ontario Satellite Internet (ONSAT) program will offer service Continue reading Province partners with Starlink
Dog train-and-trial decision made – Ontario OUT of DOORS The Ministry of Natural Resources has amended the Fish and Wildlife Conservation Act, 1997, (FWCA) and associated regulations, to allow for the issuance of licences for new dog train-and-trial areas. Dog trial-and-train areas Continue reading Dog train-and-trial decision made
Liberals ban more semi-automatic firearms – Ontario OUT of DOORS With Christmas approaching, the federal Liberals provided owners of some centrefire and rimfire semi-automatic rifles a lump of coal in banning another 324 models of what it calls “assault-style” firearms. Continue reading Liberals ban more semi-automatic firearms
By Charlie Andrews He strode to the fore And took his stance He blew the whistle — That the two shared — We couldn’t hear it — but She could And she froze in place And looked at her master Continue reading Poem: The Ultimate Retrieve
Hunters are stewards of their own outdoor passions, which is why respectful land access is so important. Double check crown land boundaries before going hunting, and always get permission to use private property. Download our landowner permission form here: https://www.ofah.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/LandOwnerPermissionForm2024.pdf Continue reading Land Owner Permission & Crown Land