Rethinking Sampling Gear Gives Better Estimate of Big Catfish
Study finds electrofishing may catch the largest numbers of blue catfish but misses a “shocking” number of big fish.
White Bass Angler Guide: Top Tips & Area Highlights
The annual white bass spawning run is one of Oklahoma's most celebrated fishing traditions.
Chara Has Overtaken My Pond – What Should I Do?
Chara, or muskgrass, can be handled using a variety of methods: mechanical, biological, or chemical. Each of these methods has its advantages and disadvantages.
Meet Three Little-Known Fish of Oklahoma
Beyond our state’s familiar bass, crappie, and catfish swim schools of incredibly diverse and little-known fish.
Chapter 8 - Fisheries Management
Good habitat is important for a good fishery. Sometimes habitat improvements must be made to help a certain species in a body of water. Biologists use natural or manmade methods to improve fish habitat.
Chapter 7 - Angler Responsibility
Anglers are responsible for everything they do. It is the individual’s responsibility to follow the rules and regulations, and to make good ethical decisions when fishing.
Chapter 6 - Fish Cleaning & Cooking
While many people enjoy fishing for sport, many others catch fish to use as food. Fish has always been an important part of the diet. And being able to clean and cook a fish that you caught is great, especially for those who enjoy the taste of fish!
Chapter 5 - Fish Identification
Being able to correctly identify fish is an important part of fishing. A responsible angler knows the fishing regulations and understands how many fish of each species can be kept, as well as the size a fish must be before it can be kept.
Chapter 4 - Fishing Techniques
This chapter covers some basic fishing techniques that will help you land your first fish. There are hundreds of different fishing techniques, and it takes years of experience for any angler to master them.
Chapter 3 - Knots and Casting Techniques
This chapter covers basic knot tying and basic casting with a spincast.