Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation | Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation

Applications Are Open!

Apply to the Oklahoma Habitat Enhancement Partnership by Sept. 30 for a chance to improve your local fishing spot.

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Prepare For Dove Season

Plan your hunt with the help of ODWC's interactive dove field map.

Photo:Sarah Southerland

Applications Are Open!

Young waterfowl hunters can apply to participate in special guided waterfowl hunts. Apply by Nov. 3, 2026.

EXPLORE OKLAHOMA'S GREAT OUTDOORS

Where to Hunt ➔

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

Where to Fish ➔

Find public fishing opportunities across Oklahoma.

Shooting Ranges ➔

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

Outdoor Journal

OLAP: More Access, More Opportunity

As you plan your dove hunts, scouting for deer season or getting ready to chase quail this fall, don’t forget about OLAP!

Sep 9, 2026

Behind the Badge

Discover how ODWC’s Wildlife Investigations Team tackles complex wildlife crimes, from license fraud and trafficking to multistate investigations.

Sep 7, 2026

‘Watering holes’ for Mourning Dove

Learn how to improve watering holes for mourning doves by creating bare ground, managing vegetation and adding attractive perches near quality feeding and roosting areas.

Sep 7, 2026

Outdoor News

(08/07 ) Apply Now for Private-Lands Bonus Youth Deer Hunts

(08/07 ) Wildlife Commission Accepts Donation, Spotlights Award Winners

(08/03 ) Artwork Due Aug. 31 in Waterfowl Stamp Design Contest

(07/28 ) Prepare for Hunting With These Summer Activities

(07/28 ) Register Now to Attend 2026 Deer Hunting Conference

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Harvested in: Comanche County

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Harvested 09/01/2026 at: Osage WMA – Rock Creek Unit

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Caught 07/27/2026 at: Grand Lake

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Caught 07/27/2026 at: Grand Lake

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