John Dahl Wildlife Management Area
By: Ron Folks, biologist at Kaw and John Dahl WMAs. Phone: (405) 823-7936.
Area Description:
John Dahl WMA covers 480 acres in western Osage County in north central
Oklahoma. Located 1 mile east of Foraker, Oklahoma, John Dahl is a mixture of
tallgrass prairie and cropland. A small creek bordered by tiber transects the
area from north to south.
WMA Driving Directions: Approx. 1 mi. E of Foraker and ½ mi. S
Game Species of Interest:
Quail: Bobwhite quail are present in good numbers during most years.
Deer: White-tailed deer are present in fair numbers.
Rabbit: Cottontails are usually present in good numbers.
Furbearers: Coyote, bobcat and raccoon are present.
Dove: Good dove hunting is usually available over native sunflowers and weeds.
Waterfowl: Ducks commonly use the ponds and creeks and potholes on the areas. Waterfowl hunting usually improves when heavy rainfall occurs.
Squirrel: Fox squirrels are both present in good numbers.
Nongame Species of Interest:
Greater Prairie Chicken: Although the season is closed for these birds, the greater prairie chicken can be easily viewed utilizing grain field during late fall and winter.
Bald Eagle: The bald eagle is a common visitor to the area during winter months.
Upland Sandpiper: Sandpipers are common between March and August.
Description of Fish and Wildlife Management Practices:
Approximately 80 acres of wheat, milo and soybeans are planted annually.
Native tall grass species are enhanced through prescribed burns.
Camping and Facilities:
Two primitive camping sites are on the WMA.
Fishing Opportunities:
The small creek and ponds on the area provide limited fishing opportunities.
Maps:
John Dahl WMA Map pdf format (8.5x11)
Regulations: Consult the Wildlife Management Area General Regulations And Public Lands Restrictions in the Hunting Regulations
For additional information and area attractions:
www.GreenCountryOK.com
1-800-922-2118
Oklahoma Tourism and Recreation Department
Post Office Box 52002
Oklahoma City, OK 73152-2002
(800) 652-6552 or (405) 521-2409
www.travelok.com
Bartlesville Area Convention and Visitors Bureau
201 SW Keeler
PO Box 2366, Bartlesville OK 74005
918-336-8708
1-877-273-2004
www.VisitBartlesville.com
Claremore Convention and Visitors Bureau
419 West Will Rogers, Claremore
918-341-2818
www.claremore.org
Sand Springs Chamber of Commerce
918-245-3221
www.sandspringschamber.com
Tulsa Convention and Visitors Bureau
Williams Center Tower II
Two West Second Street, Tulsa OK 74103
918-585-1201
1-800-558-3311
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