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Applications Are Open!

Young waterfowl hunters can apply to participate in special guided waterfowl hunts. Apply by Oct. 25, 2026.

Lexington WMA Shooting Range Now Open!

Sight in your rifle at the newly renovated shooting range, or find a shooting range near you.

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Where to Hunt ➔

Find public hunting opportunities across ODWC's Wildlife Management Areas (WMAs).

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Find public fishing opportunities across Oklahoma.

Shooting Ranges ➔

Locate public shooting facilities with pistol, rifle, and archery ranges in WMAs near you.

Outdoor Journal

Guided Youth Hunts Open the Doors to Waterfowl Hunting

The ODWC guided youth waterfowl hunt program helps young hunters and their families discover a lifelong passion while making waterfowl hunting more accessible for beginners.

Sep 25, 2026

Youth Deer Gun Season Tips: A Guide for Youth & Parents

The full scoop on how to "go out and do" the youth deer gun season for kids and adult mentors.

Sep 24, 2026

Shooting Range Work Advances at Full Bore

ODWC is working to ensure hunters, along with recreational and competitive shooters, have safe, accessible places to enhance their skills through new shooting range construction and extensive renovations on Wildlife Management Areas.

Sep 23, 2026