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Ourpubliclands.org is a place for hunters, anglers and other outdoor enthusiasts to get information about the public lands where they enjoy their favorite activities. The public lands issues this website focuses on include:
- Oil and Gas Drilling
- Oil Shale Development
- Public Lands Sales
- Hardrock Mining
- Protecting Wildlife Habitat and Migration Corridors
- Protecting our Recreation Opportunities on Public Lands
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- National Landscape Conservation Act Passes in the House
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- New Report by Congressional Sportsmen's Foundation Highlights Economic Impact of Hunting and Fishing
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Ohio State Parks Remain Free from Drilling
Just a couple weeks ago, a short-sighted proposal to open up Ohio's state parks to oil and gas development was under debate in the General Assembly. State parks provide vital habitat for wildlife, recreation opportunities and clean water for us all. Concerned citizens from all across the state spoke up to safeguard these special places and the Ohio legislature listened! The proposal to allow drilling in Ohio's state parks was removed from the budget and for now, state parks will remain free from drilling. Thanks to everyone who spoke up!