Oklahoma Deer Hunting Accolades
See what hunters everywhere are saying about the outstanding deer hunting in the state of Oklahoma.
A Primitive Bear Hunt for the Ages
An Oklahoma hunter pursues his longtime goal to harvest a bear using only natural materials.
Conservation Highlights from 2023
Read about your Wildlife Department’s most recent conservation efforts and find out how ODWC is keeping Oklahoma’s conservation legacy alive and well.
How Waterfowlers Can Help Prevent Spread of ANS
Duck and goose hunters have a role to play in helping to prevent the spread of invasive aquatic nuisance species. Here are some ways they can help.
Missed Hunting Opportunities
Lots of opportunities to enjoy the outdoors exist on Oklahoma's wildlife management areas.
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.
2022-2023 Big Game Harvest Report
This past season, Oklahoma’s big game hunters set several harvest records — again! A new mark was set for overall deer harvest in the state; hunters reported taking 134,158 combined in all 2022-23 deer seasons.
The Pros and Cons of Food Plots
A common misconception is that managing habitat for wildlife requires food plantings or a food plot. Conversely, good wildlife management does not require food plantings and, likewise, food plantings alone are not indicative of good wildlife management.
ODWC Shooting Range Update
As shooting sports grow in popularity, see what the Wildlife Department is doing on WMAs to make sure there's a place for you to shoot.
