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AN ALIEN INVASION IS UNDERWAY IN OHIO AND
IT MAY BE HAPPENING IN YOUR VERY OWN BACKYARD

(6/7/01) With so much rain falling across the Buckeye State in recent weeks, urban and woodland landscapes are looking extremely lush. A casual glance at the flower garden reveals healthy plants, many loaded with vibrantly colored blossoms.

But beware, there may be aliens lurking among your beloved boxwoods and delicately scented lavender. Seemingly innocent plant species, such as the aggressive garlic mustard, can quickly become the centerpiece of your garden if not weeded out.

Approximately one-fourth of the plants growing in Ohio originated in other states or countries. These species are called non-native, exotic or alien because they were not known to grow in Ohio prior to substantial European settlement around 1750.   FULL OHIO DEPT OF NATURAL RESOURCES STORY

ODNR OFFERS ADVICE TO BOATERS & CAMPERS
COLUMBUS, OH (5/31/01) -- Recent heavy rains across much of Ohio have raised many waterways to potentially dangerous levels for Memorial Day weekend, the traditional start of the boating season, according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR).

"While most lakes and ponds will offer safe boating opportunities for the coming holiday, we urge boaters to call ahead and verify water conditions before heading out on boating and fishing trips this Memorial Day weekend," said ODNR Deputy Director Scott Zody.

The rains have also caused partial flooding at some of ODNR’s state parks, including portions of Dillon State Park in Muskingum County, Deer Creek State Park in Pickaway and Fayette counties and Paint Creek State Park in Ross and Highland counties. Marinas at these parks will be closed for the weekend, however campgrounds and most other facilities remain open.  FOR THE FULL ODNR STORY: CLICK HERE

ODNR to Release Trout in Area Waters
More than 100,000 rainbow trout measuring 10 to 13 inches will be released in 47 Ohio waterways from March through May to enhance public fishing opportunities, according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Wildlife. Targeting inland waters, the annual spring trout releases have been expanded in recent years to include some local community park ponds in addition to various lakes. The daily catch limit for inland lakes is five trout per angler.