07/12/2021

Lake Erie in the Spotlight During Governor's Fish Ohio Day

LES&I, ODNR, Lake Erie Charter Boat Association co-sponsored the event

Recently, Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Lt. Governor Jon Husted highlighted the importance of protecting Lake Erie and the lake’s fishery during the 41^stGovernor’s Fish Ohio Day. DeWine and Husted were joined by Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Director Mary Mertz and other leaders from the conservation community to commemorate the annual event.

The event is co-sponsored by the Lake Erie Charter Boat Association, Lake Erie Shores & Islands and the Ohio Department of Natural Resources’ Division of Wildlife. Participants in the day’s festivities enjoyed walleye fishing on Ohio’s Great Lake thanks to 19 licensed charter boat captains who donated their boats for use during the event.

“Fish Ohio Day provides a great opportunity to experience the world-class fishing on Lake Erie,” said DeWine. “This also gives us a chance to highlight the excellent work and partnerships that are needed to keep Lake Erie healthy and its fish populations bountiful.”

Please select this link to read the complete press release from the governor's website.