The first question ‘fresh’ on our mind may be how or why dung beetles are creatures worthy of our management efforts. After ...

The archived history of herpetology shows the compounding value of past reptile and amphibian conservation efforts and incredible potential for the future.

The Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation (ODWC) is mandated to manage, protect, and perpetuate Oklahoma’s wildlife. ODWC issues permits to landowners, lessees or their designated agents to ...

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The Interstate Wildlife Violator Compact is an agreement that recognizes the suspension of hunting, fishing, and trapping licenses in member states. This means that illegal activities in one state can ...

OPERATION GAME THIEF (OGT) is a program of the Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation designed specifically to stop the illegal killing of the fish and game that belong to YOU, whether you’re a ...

Oklahoma offers a wide variety of fishing opportunities across the state!

An annual fishing guide license is required for residents and non-residents who assist, accompany, or transport, guide or aid persons in the taking of fish for commercial purposes. The list below is ...

Please be aware that Zebra mussels have been found in Lake Ellsworth. Please follow all procedures for washing, draining, and drying your boat. City of Lawton manages campgrounds, boat ramps and ...

Operated by the Grand River Dam Authority (GRDA). There are several Grand Lake State Parks that have public boat ramps, restrooms, and camping facilities. The Cherokee area is located just below ...

The state’s Close to Home Fishing Program was designed as a partnership between the Wildlife Department and municipalities across Oklahoma to provide urban angling opportunities. These small bodies of ...

Below are news releases from the Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation. Releases are listed in order of newest to oldest. You can also search for news releases with the search field provided ...