During the white-tailed deer gun hunting season, State Wildlife Officer Ryan Kennedy, assigned to Hardin County, received a complaint concerning hunting without permission. Officer Kennedy observed two hunters dragging a deer off the complainant’s property. Further investigation revealed the hunters did not have permission to enter the property. Officer Kennedy issued citations to both hunters for hunting without permission. They were found guilty, and each received a $75 fine.

In late September, State Wildlife Officer Charles McMullen, assigned to Sandusky County, patrolled Pickerel Creek Wildlife Area. Officer McMullen noticed two older fishermen along a creek channel and stopped to conduct a compliance check. Both men had valid fishing licenses and appeared eager to talk about their catfishing success that year. During the conversation, each angler hooked a catfish and Officer McMullen helped to net them. The men ended the conversation by expressing their gratitude, stating that game wardens must be good luck and Officer McMullen could check their licenses anytime.