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“Our goal is to survey Oklahoma’s streams and develop the most updated range information for nongame fishes,” said Eric Cox, ...
When sampling fish with a rod and reel, make sure to sample year-round. When using methods such as seining and traps, focus ...
Black widow spiders are commonly found around homes, garages, barns, and other man-made structures. They build tough, irregularly shaped webs with strands running in many directions. The “messy” ...
Hunting seasons are provided by the Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation. Big game, turkey, migratory game bird, waterfowl, small game, furbearers ...
No official state records exist for the following fish. Minimum weight to be considered is listed for each species: Sunfish, Rockbass 1 lbs. Bullhead, Brown 2lbs. 14 oz. Sunfish, Warmouth 1 lbs.
ODWC manages and operates numerous areas across the state for hunting, fishing, and outdoor recreation purposes. The primary objective on all lands owned or managed by the Department is the sound ...
How To Increase Your Odds You can increase your chances by first doing some research. Start by studying the data from the most recent controlled hunts drawing cycle. 2024-2025 Results Additionally, ...
Oklahoma Hunter Education Info Is there an age limit? Students under the age of 10 may attend a hunter education class, but will not be allowed to take the test or get a card. What is Hunter Education ...
Oklahoma's newest bass regulation went into effect Sunday, September 11, 2022 bringing a welcomed treat to your lunch and dinner table. There is no longer a minimum length limit on largemouth and ...
Crappie are a springtime favorite of Oklahoma anglers. These tasty fish can be caught near shore in great numbers during their spring spawn. Small soft plastic lures, hair jigs and live minnows are ...
Lifetime License Applications For Resident Lifetime Licenses, you will have to submit an application. The process can be completed online, by mail, or in person at our Oklahoma City Headquarters ...