Governor Mike DeWine initiated Ohio State Parks Week with free admission, as ODNR hosts various outdoor activities and opens the Eco-Discovery Center at Salt Fork State Park on Earth Day.

Ed Benedict Park in East Portland has opened its renovated playground with new equipment and stormwater drainage, catering to kids of varied ages and improving accessibility.

The Ohio Department of Natural Resources showcased the spring colors of Zaleski State Forest from Atkinson Ridge Fire Tower, an enduring historical landmark offering panoramic views.