The Ohio Department of Natural Resources Division of Wildlife has announced the closure of the youth fishing area in Portage Lakes for renovations that will continue for awhile. The fishing area will remain closed through 2025. The ODNR suggested alternate location for young anglers at nearby Little Turtle Pond inside Firestone Metro Park, 2400 Harrington Road in Akron, about 4 miles from Portage Lakes. Little Turtle Pond is open year round, 6am to 11pm every day. Each youth fisher must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. For more information go to www.wildlifeohio.gov or www.summitmetroparks.org.