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Outdoor Oklahoma Journal

This is the Outdoor Oklahoma Journal, where we're all about helping you pursue and engage in Oklahoma's vibrant outdoor lifestyle. Follow us for great hunting and fishing stories, wildlife features, insider information about unique opportunities, and tangible details on how to go out and be a hunter, angler, and conservationist. The outdoors are always open, so don't miss out!

Mentoring in the Outdoors

We take a look into the importance and benefits of mentorship in the life of young outdoorsmen.

Quail Numbers Decrease Statewide Over 2019, Surveys Show

2020 has been a rough year, and unfortunately the quail population is no exception,” said Tell Judkins, upland game bird biologist for the Wildlife Department

Local Reporter Reminds Us that the Outdoors Are Always Open!

Check out how out how News On 6 outdoor reporter and Oklahoma Wildlife Conservation Foundation board member Tess Maune is making the most of the fall season

Fall is "Second Spring" for Many Oklahoma Reptiles

Share your favorite reptile sightings and memories with us @OKWildlifeDept

2020 Big Game Report

According to the latest big game report, hunters in Oklahoma enjoyed some solid results for the 2019-20 deer, elk, pronghorn, and black bear seasons.

1.4 Million Reasons to Get Outside

To help make sure our strong outdoor traditions continue, the Wildlife Department manages 1.4 million acres. Each acre serves as a reason to get outside!

2020 Archery Seasons Ramp Up Oct 1 Across Oklahoma

Oklahoma's archery hunting opportunities abound. Which season is right for you?

Top WMAs for Deer Archery Hunting

With so many places to choose from, we’ve rounded up the top WMAs for deer archery hunting to help get you started.

Resources for Building Plant ID Skills

A better understanding of Oklahoma’s plant communities can guide wildlife management strategies.

How OLAP Can Up Your Hunting Game and Help Recruit a New Generation of Sportsmen

OLAP is the Oklahoma Land Access Program, which partners the ODWC with private landowners to create more public access for hunters. Everyone wins.