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Strategies for Deer Management on Private Lands

White-tailed deer are Oklahoma’s most popular game animal, and recent harvest numbers show their strong presence across the state. With record antlerless harvests and a mix of public and private land hunting opportunities, landowners play a vital role in sustaining healthy deer populations.

Field technician Addison Galante uses tracking devices to locate the collared mule deer doe and fawn.
Wired for the Wild: Tracking Mule Deer in Oklahoma

Each year, the Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation (ODWC) funds numerous research projects across the state, from the effects of weather and hunting on Northern bobwhite populations to the efficacy of trout stocking. Mule deer population evaluations are no exception.

An Oklahoma whitetail buck is standing in tall golden grass with a fall foliage background.
Controlled Hunts: Yet More Ways to Up Your Odds

Additional features continue to be added to the Wildlife Department’s controlled hunts program.

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Next Year's Hunting Season Dates

How and when Oklahoma's hunting season dates are set can get complicated. But for the most part, hunting seasons are either on the same date or the same weekend every year.

Two does are in the autumn woods, looking towards the camera.
Deer Gun License Valid for Holiday Antlerless Deer Season

Holiday antlerless deer gun hunters can harvest up to two more deer with just an annual hunting license and one deer gun license.

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Venison: It's What's For Dinner!

There are numerous reasons to go deer hunting: the adventure, the tradition, the opportunity to connect with nature, and the nutritious meat it provides. As a family of four, having nutritious, self-harvested meat gives me peace of mind knowing we're eating healthy and saving money. This led me to explore the health benefits of deer meat.

Three mule deer are standing and grazing in a field.
What is Mule Deer Habitat?

The popularity of hunting mule deer has grown in Oklahoma. Learn what habitat mule deer prefer, what they like to eat and what they tend to avoid.

A bowhunter inspects the antlers of his harvested buck.
Reflections of a Bowhunter

Find inspiration for archery season with this throwback story from 1993.

A majestic Oklahoma whitetail buck is photographed looking towards the camera.
Oklahoma Deer Hunting Accolades

See what hunters everywhere are saying about the outstanding deer hunting in the state of Oklahoma.

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Public Land Alternatives to Private Land Hunting

Wondering where to hunt? If you're looking for public hunting opportunities in Oklahoma, here are a few areas to get you started.