| Species | Season | Dates |
|---|---|---|
| Ducks | General · Early Teal | Sep 5, 2026 – Sep 13, 2026 |
| Deer | Archery · Disease Surveillance Area | Sep 12, 2026 – Feb 7, 2027 |
| Deer | Archery | Sep 26, 2026 – Feb 7, 2027 |
| Deer | Firearm · Early Gun · Disease Surveillance Area | Oct 10, 2026 – Oct 12, 2026 |
| Ducks | General · Segment 1 · Zone A | Oct 17, 2026 – Nov 1, 2026 |
| Ducks | General · Segment 1 · Zone B | Oct 17, 2026 – Oct 25, 2026 |
| Ducks | General · Segment 1 · Zone C | Oct 17, 2026 – Oct 25, 2026 |
| Deer | Firearm · Youth Gun | Nov 21, 2026 – Nov 22, 2026 |
| Deer | Muzzleloader | Jan 2, 2027 – Jan 5, 2027 |
Data verified 12 days ago against official Ohio Department of Natural Resources, Division of Wildlife sources.
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