Fifth annual Oklahoma Wildlife Expo to offer outdoor learning opportunities

            Oklahomans interested in the outdoors should mark their calendars now for the Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation’s fifth annual Oklahoma Wildlife Expo slated for Sept. 25-27 at the Lazy E Arena, just north of Oklahoma City.
            The Wildlife Department will be working with a range of organizations, individuals and outdoor-related companies to host the Expo — a free event intended to promote and develop appreciation for Oklahoma’s wildlife and natural resources by providing hands-on learning opportunities for all types of outdoor enthusiasts.
            “The Expo is a one-of-a-kind outdoor recreation event,” said Rhonda Hurst, Expo coordinator for the Wildlife Department. “This is a place where literally tens of thousands of outdoor-minded people of all ages and skill levels gather for a weekend of activities and learning opportunities that are entirely focused on Oklahoma’s outdoors.”
            Among many other activities, Expo visitors will be able to try firsthand activities such as fishing, shooting shotguns and archery, kayaking, mountain biking and more. They will have access to seminars on hunting dog training, outdoor cooking, camping, hunting, fishing, birdwatching, and other recreation in the great outdoors. Additionally, guests can shop at the Outdoor Marketplace, a large area at the Expo designated for shopping for the latest in outdoor gear and merchandise. Visitors to the Expo also can win a variety of free prizes thanks to the Expo’s generous sponsors.
            In the past, the Expo has drawn crowds from all over Oklahoma, including celebrities like country singer Blake Shelton of Ada.
            “I have been to the Wildlife Expo, and take it from me, it's a lot of fun!” Shelton said.
            This year’s Expo will again feature “School Day” Sept. 25, when busloads of school students from across the state will arrive and enjoy a day at the event. Educators interested in planning a trip to the Wildlife Expo with their students this year should call (918) 299-2334 for more information.
            Expo hours will be from 8 .m. to 6 p.m. each day, Sept. 25-27. Log on to wildlifedepartment.com regularly to stay up to date on the upcoming Oklahoma Wildlife Expo.
 

 
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