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100 Volumes of Scientific Exchange and Information Sharing
The "Proceedings of the Oklahoma Academy of Science" highlight our state's history of scientific exchange and observations.
New Durable License Hard Card Designs Available Now
These durable cards hold up to nine hunting and fishing license privileges and fit in your wallet!
I Play for Bronze
Small mouths with big appetites, stream fishing for smallmouth bass is an overlooked Oklahoma adventure!
Four Weekends of Bird Tours Set at Hackberry Flat WMA
The shallow wetlands of Hackberry Flat WMA host a number of ducks, shorebirds and wading birds each spring during migration.
From the Bait Shop to the Kitchen Table: It's Crappie Time!
Get the most out of your crappie fishing experience in 2021!
Managing for and Understanding Trophy Largemouth Bass
Time to grow, which is limited by geography, and abundant foods are the two main factors contributing to trophy bass.
Listing Decision Expected Soon for the Lesser Prairie-Chicken
A federal listing decision for the lesser prairie-chicken is expected by the end of May 2021.
Burn Season is Over, Right? Maybe Not!
Extending your "burn season" to the growing season, rather than just the dormant season, is another, potentially better, option depending upon your objectives.
Unpacking the Wildlife Department’s Landowner Assistance Options
The Wildlife Department can help navigate the many aspects of habitat management projects with its landowner assistance program.
Wildlife Food for Thought: Ragweed
Some ragweed species are highly important and prized wildlife foods that deserve a second thought before any mowing or spraying regimen is employed for their control.