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Summer Fishing

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Waterfowl Stamp Design Competition

Winning artist will receive $1,200, and artwork will adorn the Oklahoma Waterfowl Conservation Stamp.

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Tackle the Basics Adult Fishing Clinics

Learn casting, baiting, and more at a free hands-on clinic.

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Where to Hunt ➔

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Shooting Ranges ➔

Locate public shooting facilities with pistol, rifle, and archery ranges in WMAs near you.

Outdoor Journal

OKC Zoo Tracks Monarchs on the Move

Twenty “first generation” Oklahoma monarchs were tagged with small solar-powered transmitters at the Oklahoma City Zoo to track their northbound migration. This incredible technology has tracked one Oklahoma monarch more than 200 miles!

May 21, 2026

Mountain Bluebird

The mountain bluebird (Sialia currucoides) is a small thrush with a round head, thin bill, and brilliant bright blue plumage on the male of the species.

May 19, 2026

What is the OLAP, and How Can it Benefit Landowners?

If you own land in Oklahoma, you could be earning annual payments just by allowing public access for hunting, fishing, and wildlife viewing. Find out how the Oklahoma Land Access Program works and whether your property qualifies.

May 18, 2026