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Six Birds to Watch While Ticking Away the Tree Stand Time
Waiting. It's a familiar word for deer hunters. But they may have to wait only a few minutes for birds to resume their hustle and bustle. We highlight six birds to watch this hunting season.
Popular Oklahoma Youtube Family Shows How They Make the Most of Oklahoma's Outdoors
Arms Family Homestead shows how they make the most of the state's great outdoors
Eight Tips for Deer Hunting Public Land
A Wildlife Division program supervisor for the Wildlife Department shares his top tips for finding deer on public land.
Deer Gun Season Brings Big Opportunities for Oklahoma Deer Hunters and Deer Herd Health
Oklahoma's deer gun season is the most popular in terms of participation, bringing big harvest opportunities to hunters and big potential benefits for herd health.
Wardens Enforcing Fish, Wildlife Laws Face the Unknown
A Game Warden responded to a potential case of hunting without permission that turned into a dangerous evening, proving Game Wardens face the unknown and must be prepared for anything.
Trout Fishing Small Ponds
How to Catch Trout at Route 66 Park, Edwards Park and Veterans Park Ponds.
Trout Season Begins Nov. 1 at Six Seasonal Areas Statewide
If you haven't already, it's time to make trout fishing a priority.
Extra Waterfowl Hunting Days Set for Youth, Veterans, Active Military
Nov. 7 marks an important waterfowl hunting date for youth and military members. Here's why.
The Stars & Stripes Project: A Small but Impactful Way for Hunters and Anglers to Honor Veterans and Their Families
There's never been a better time to donate to a program that benefits veteran hunters and their families
How to Catch Trout
While Oklahoma supports two year-round trout fisheries, the Lower Illinois River and Lower Mountain Fork River, most anglers start thinking about trout November 1.