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It's Family Fishing Time!
June is the best month of the year to take the family fishing or introduce someone new to the sport! Sunfish and catfish can be easily caught from the bank across the state!
Arkansas Snagger Catches Oklahoma Paddlefish
Arkansas angler snags banded Oklahoma paddlefish that traveled over 250 miles.
Centenarian Bigmouth Buffalo Blows Age Estimates Out of the Water
A study of bigmouth buffalo in Minnesota waters revealed the fish can live much longer than originally expected.
Controlled Hunts: Last Chance to Apply
The deadline to apply for Controlled Hunts is May 20. Click here to make sure you don't miss your chance at the hunt of a lifetime.
Travel the Open Road with the Great Plains Trail
Find your next outdoor travel adventure on the Great Plains Trail of Oklahoma!
Kayak Fishing Primer: Getting Started Right
More anglers are finding that kayak fishing is not only inexpensive and fun but is sometimes even more effective than those high-dollar fishing rigs at putting a big fish on the end of your line.