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Carrying On the Hunting Dog Tradition
Dogs have been loyal hunting partners for generations, helping retrieve, flush, and track game. As hunters pass down their traditions, now is a great time to honor and continue the legacy of hunting with dogs.
Streams Program Kicks Off Summer Sampling with Seines and Shockers
The Wildlife Department never misses a chance to celebrate a season opener, but this summer’s start of the Streams Program’s community sampling efforts is especially exciting as it marks a decade of data collection of Oklahoma’s fish and streams habitat.
Assessing Your Farm Pond fishery
Managing your farm pond starts with understanding what’s beneath the surface. Learn simple ways to assess your pond, set goals, and get expert help when you need it—all while making the most of your water.
Six Outdoor Ideas for Father's Day
Celebrate Father's Day outdoors! Take dad fishing, hit the shooting range, squirrel hunt, watch Outdoor Oklahoma together, take a hike or buy him something from the Outdoor Store. Have a memorable adventure together this Father's Day!
HOW TO: Avoid Unwanted Snake Encounters
Snakes aren’t on everyone’s must-see list, but the chances of an encounter increase as you spend more time in Outdoor Oklahoma. To get tips for avoiding negative snake encounters, we checked in with biologists and learned so much more about Oklahoma snakes.
Introducing Oklahoma’s Reptiles and Amphibians
Thanks to a mix of habitats and environmental conditions, Oklahoma’s reptiles and amphibians are 140 species strong. Learn more about resident turtles, snakes, salamanders, lizards, and frogs of our Wildlife Management Areas.
Six Outdoor Ideas for Mother's Day
Celebrate Mother's Day outdoors! Take mom fishing, plant a redbud tree, hit the shooting range, go birdwatching, cook a wild meal, or create wildlife art together. Have a memorable adventure with nature together!
Using a Photo Point to Monitor a Year’s Growth
We visited a Lexington WMA photo point every month in 2024 to track the before and after views of a prescribed fire.
Seeing is Believing: Why High Visibility is Critical for Wild Turkeys
Wild turkeys in Oklahoma rely on keen vision but are vulnerable to predators in dense vegetation. Habitat management, including thinning, prescribed burns, and selective grazing, can improve their safety and support their populations.
Highlights from Oklahoma’s History of Herpetology
The archived history of herpetology shows the compounding value of past reptile and amphibian conservation efforts and incredible potential for the future.