Springtime arrives with an explosion of outdoor opportunities - crappie fishing from the bank; white bass spawning runs in creeks; turkey hunting; and of course, wild morel mushroom hunting. In fact, ...

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 ...

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 ...

White bass is very prolific. One female can produce up to one million eggs. Reproductive activities are triggered by water temperatures of 50 to 55 degrees F. Spawning is at random over weeds, debris, ...

During the spring, largemouth bass is found in the shallow, weedy habitats where food and cover are available. During the hot days of summer and cold winter months, these fish move to deeper water.

ODWC Hatcheries do not sell fish. For a list of licensed hatcheries that sell fish in Oklahoma check out the Aquaculture Program through the Oklahoma Dept. of Agriculture.

People who use Department-owned areas for nonhunting or nonfishing activities, such as bird-watching or photography, are required to have either a Wildlife Conservation Passport or any current hunting ...

How to Apply: Must apply online using Department application. Contact the Human Resource Office with questions: Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation, 1801 N. Lincoln Blvd., Oklahoma City, OK ...

People who use Department-owned areas for nonhunting or nonfishing activities, such as bird-watching or photography, are required to have either a Wildlife Conservation Passport or any current hunting ...

New for 2025, hopeful hunters will be able to buy one extra Preference Point to add to their totals for each hunt category. This feature expands on the option added last year, as it was only available ...