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Tiny Plant Makes for a Big Discovery
An avid naturalist discovered a federally threatened plant with the nickname “Tiny Tim” growing in Oklahoma for the first time.
Controlled Hunts: Yet More Ways to Up Your Odds
Additional features continue to be added to the Wildlife Department’s controlled hunts program.
Cackling Geese Tracked in Central Flyway Study
Researchers are tracking cackling geese wintering in a five-state study area to learn more about their movements and habitat preferences.
Four Tips for Topping Off Squirrel Season
With squirrel season coming to a close in just a matter of days, it’s crunch time. But you can still pull off a successful hunt. We’ve got four tips to help.
Study Focused on Bats and Disease-causing Fungus
Bat surveys were conducted to learn more about Oklahoma’s bat communities and hundreds of bats were swabbed for the fungus that causes white-nose syndrome.
2025 Call of the Wild Gala
Tickets are now available for the 2025 Call of the Wild Gala, an unforgettable evening set from 6 to 9:30 p.m. Feb. 28 at the iconic National Cowboy and Western Heritage Museum in Oklahoma City.
Seven Things to Do Now that Deer Season is Over
Another deer season has come and gone. You might be having withdrawals. You might be experiencing sadness. You might be grateful for the chance to rest. But don't stop now. There's still plenty of outdoor adventure to be had. Here are seven things you can do to keep your pursuit of the outdoor lifestyle going strong.
Chill Out with Winter Wildlife!
From butterflies to frogs to snakes, many species turn their backs to winter and seek shelter, hibernate, or migrate; however, some remain that have adapted to the cold conditions.
Backyard Bird Habitat
With just a few minor tweaks to your gardening plans throughout the year, you can cultivate a welcoming winter backyard bird habitat.
Cherokee WMA "Open House"
Join us at Cherokee Wildlife Management Area (WMA) on Saturday, Feb. 8 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. for this family-friendly hands-on learning event.