Red River Carp Stakeout
Invasive carp, including silver or “jumping” carp, have become an ecological horror story in the United States, consuming river-loads of plankton and other foods and, in some states, outcompeting native fish communities. The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is monitoring the Red River downstream of Denison Dam to learn more about adult invasive carp movements and conducting early detection sampling for carp larvae. So far, larval invasive carp have not been documented in this river system.
Building the “Perfect” Farm Pond
Building a farm pond? Start with the right location, plan your depth, shape, and habitat carefully, and be patient. A good pond is a living system and investing in it right means great fishing ahead.
Check Out ODWC's "Hidden Gems" of Fishing
Oklahoma offers some of the best fishing opportunities anywhere. The state is known for its huge reservoirs, but did you know the Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation (ODWC) actually owns and manages its very own assortment of smaller fishing lakes?
Streams Program Kicks Off Summer Sampling with Seines and Shockers
The Wildlife Department never misses a chance to celebrate a season opener, but this summer’s start of the Streams Program’s community sampling efforts is especially exciting as it marks a decade of data collection of Oklahoma’s fish and streams habitat.
Assessing Your Farm Pond fishery
Managing your farm pond starts with understanding what’s beneath the surface. Learn simple ways to assess your pond, set goals, and get expert help when you need it—all while making the most of your water.
Bowfishing as Research
The Wildlife Department partnered with Oklahoma Fish Stickers to learn about the impacts of bowfishing on native nongame fishes in a unique bowfishing tournament.
Tilapia Stocking: Is it Worth it?
Are tilapia a viable food source for largemouth bass in private ponds? This question has become increasingly important for landowners looking to cultivate robust bass populations. The unique climate challenges in Oklahoma are something to consider when stocking your pond.
Boy Casts Line Across All of Oklahoma
A fishing quest lures a father and son across the state in hopes of catching a fish in each of Oklahoma’s 77 counties.
Hunting and Fishing Boost Oklahoma's Economy
Southwick Associates (SA) ran an economic impact analysis on data collected as part of the National Survey of Hunting, Fishing and Wildlife Watching. An economic impact analysis looks at how certain activities influence the economy of a specific location. For this analysis, SA looked at how hunting, fishing and target shooting impact different pieces of the economy in Oklahoma.