When sampling fish with a rod and reel, make sure to sample year-round. When using methods such as seining and traps, focus ...

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 ...

The Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation (ODWC) has confirmed reports of two separate mountain lions observed with kittens in different regions of the state. Photographic evidence of an adult ...

ODWC Director Wade Free and Sean McCabe stand side by side holding a large ceremonial check made payable to the Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation. The check, presented by the Oklahoma ...

Fishing is a great way to unwind and spend quality time together. This Father’s Day, take your dad fishing and give him the chance to relax and enjoy the peacefulness of the water. Whether you’re ...

The freshwater drum can often be found in medium to large rivers and lakes. They tend to congregate at depths anywhere from 20-60 feet. During warm periods they can often be found in shallower depths.

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 ...

Pine Plantation Area: 535,838 acres (216,846 ha) Description of Mapped Type: This type consists mainly of loblolly pine plantations, although shortleaf pine is also planted. These areas were mature ...

Southeastern Great Plains: Bottomland Herbaceous Wetland Area: 6,256 acres (2,532 ha) Description of Mapped Type: This type is mapped on bottomland soils across a variety of hydrologic regimes and may ...

Wichita Mountains: Eastern Redcedar Slope Woodland Area: 3,365 acres (1,362 ha) Description of Mapped Type: This type represents eastern redcedar-dominated woodlands on slopes >20%. Common species ...

footer The Department will make all decisions regarding recruitment, hiring, promotions, terminations, and other terms and conditions of employment without discrimination on grounds of age, race, ...

Pleistocene Sands: Blackjack Oak Woodland Area: 90,764 acres (36,731 ha) Description of Mapped Type: This type is mapped on deep, aeolian or alluvial sands and is characterized by woodlands with ...