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Survey says: Mohican’s Lyons Falls voted Ohio’s No. 1 ‘Spiritual Home’

Lyons Falls in Mohican State Park tops Ohio’s “spiritual home” survey, with residents valuing nature for calm and reflection. See the rankings.

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15 years ago my cousin unlocked 56 exotic animals, triggering a bizarre story that drew national attention

by Logan AdamsOctober 25, 2026October 23, 2026

Revisit the Zanesville animal escape through a cousin’s memories of Terry Thompson, who freed 56 exotic animals before his death in 2011.

Dig in with ODNR at Ohio Geology Discovery Day on Nov. 7 at Alum Creek State Park

Explore rocks, fossils, guided tours, and free activities at Ohio Geology Discovery Day Nov. 7 at Alum Creek State Park.

Ohio’s autumn colors are putting on a spectacular statewide show

See Ohio’s near-peak fall colors at state parks, forests and preserves, and plan a free autumn outing with ODNR’s latest updates.

Ohio’s 2027 Wildlife Legacy Stamp will feature stunning gray fox

A Washington County gray fox photo will front Ohio’s 2027 Wildlife Legacy Stamp; support conservation by buying a stamp.

Vivid autumn colors begin to explode across northern Ohio

COLUMBUS — Driving through northern Ohio, bright fall color stretches along the roadways and fills the tree canopies. The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) says sugar maples are still blazing with spectacular hues, while dogwoods are settling into rich, velvety reds and purples.