Gas Prices are soaring,and it looks like there's no relief anytime in the near future or even further.And with that being said,it could mean less camping,fishing trips for the spring & summer season,and even into the fall and winter for the hunting season.

Unless our goverment gets it's rear in gear,we taxpayers,could be stuck to just going to work,and paying bills,and stuck at home,Or sporting closer to home.

This is one of the reasons "Ohio Public Wildlife" is here,to help sportsmen find those close,easy to get to "Wildlife Areas".Here are some suggestions to all you Ohio Sportsmen out there that want to get the most out of their sport.Try doing some or all of the following:

1.Fellowship with other hunters,by car pooling together to hunting,fishing,camping etc.Everyone shares in the cost of gas,and makes it alot more affodable for everyone.

2.Find closer Wildlife Areas to your home,I know that won't be easy,but it may seem easier then you think.Ohio has alot of "Public Wildlife Areas" and most go unnoticed,or heard of.You can find alot of these areas by contacting ODNR or visit "Ohio Public Wildlife" sites.

3.Plan out every aspect of your trip,and allow more money for gas for your trip (s).

4.Drive at a slower rate of speed,and allow more time for that slower rate,and save gas at the same time.

5.Don't use your AC if possible,more components that are operating during your drive,will reduce your gas mileage.Drive early or in the cool time of day,to reice stress on your vechicle,and yourself and family etc.

6.Try to keep your loads light,too much could result in TOO much gas being used to pull all that weight.

7.Instead of pulling a big ole camper or boat,try taking a tent or 2 along and rough it,it could be a learning experience,and try fishing from a shore,or bank of a river,rather then pulling a boat,and using more gas to power your boat.

8.Map out every turn, & mile you can,..a more direct and straight to the desired spot will save time and gas and money.

9.Try hiking,walking,or ride a bike when you arrive at your camp,or spot.Those little drives in the truck or car from one side of the lake or river can add up,and reduce your gas mileage.

10.Take food along,taking drives to the local mom 'n' pops shops and grocery stores should have already been taken care of before arriving at your spot.Added driving again reduces your saving of gas and money.

I hope these tips are helpful,and if anyone can think of more please feel freeto post it here or in the forums.Again "Ohio Public Wildlife" is here to help,...So please don't hesitate to ask.

As usual,Safe Huntin' N Hunt SAFE !!,..and that also goes for driving,and everything you do.

Wolvie