A canvasback duck decoy hand-carved in Oklahoma has become a meaningful tradition the past several years among Central Flyway waterfowl biologists. Kelvin Schoonover, wildlife biologist for the ...

For Whom the Drought Tolls: Extreme Heat, Drought Impact Quail Survey Numbers Nov 2, 2026 ...

2026-27 QUAIL HUNTING SEASON OUTLOOK By Tell Judkins, Wildlife Biologist Over thirty-five years ago, the Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation (ODWC) began conducting roadside surveys to ...

Oklahoma offers some of the most diverse and rewarding public land opportunities in the United States. From the antelopes of the shortgrass prairie to the elusive black bears in the southeast, ...

Youth deer hunters who've never harvested a deer, or have taken just one deer, may apply to go on bonus private-land youth deer hunts offered through ODWC.

Bidding is open now on vehicles from the ODWC for anyone interested and will begin to close at 10 a.m. CDT on Tuesday, July 28, 2026.

Hunters and anglers should be aware of several new rules affecting hunting and fishing that begin immediately, and others that may go into effect later this year.

Rolling down Route 66 this summer? Between photo ops, diner food, and getting your proverbial kicks, keep an eye out for a roadside attraction that can be seen along every mile of the historic highway ...

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. Exhibiting sexual dimorphism, the females have ...

Oklahoma has a great mix of birds and bird habitats, making the state an epic place to begin or level up your bird watching journey. We share the following recs for where to go birding, regardless of ...