Controlled Hunts Are Open!

Applications are open from April 1 - May 20.

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Turkey Hunting Tips You Need!

Prep for spring turkey season with expert tips and tricks.

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Outdoor Journal

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Five No-Nonsense Steps to Springtime Wild Mushroom Deliciousness!

If you're not hunting and frying morels, you're missing out on springtime vibes. Here's five steps to fried mushroom bliss!

Mar 24, 2025

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Tiny Plant Makes for a Big Discovery

An avid naturalist discovered a federally threatened plant with the nickname “Tiny Tim” growing in Oklahoma for the first time.

Mar 20, 2025

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Controlled Hunts: Yet More Ways to Up Your Odds

Additional features continue to be added to the Wildlife Department’s controlled hunts program.

Mar 10, 2025

(03/06 ) State-contracted Supplier Donates $15,000 for Conservation

(02/06 ) Game Wardens Recognized for Life Saving Efforts

(01/23 ) Save the Date for Rack Madness on March 5, 2025!

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Caleb Kitchens

Harvested in: Canadian County

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Tanner Kitchens

Harvested in: Canadian County

Jethro Jackson

Caught 03/29/2025 at: Arbuckle

Les Sims

Caught 03/04/2025 at: Oologah Lake

Outdoor Oklahoma TV

Watch 4939 Outdoor Oklahoma (Redbud Jelly, Illinois River Float, William Tse's Story) on YouTube.

4939 Outdoor Oklahoma (Redbud Jelly, Illinois River Float, William Tse's Story)

Species Spotlight

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Eastern River Cooter

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