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 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 ...

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.

High Plains: Salty Grassland Area: 11,985 acres (4,850 ha) Description of Mapped Type: This type is mapped on moist flats with soils often derived from gypsum upstream or upslope. Salinity and ...

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 ...

West Gulf Coastal Plain: Large River Bottomland Herbaceous Wetland Area: 9,672 acres (3,914 ha) Description of Mapped Type: This type is mapped on bottomland soils across a variety of hydrologic ...

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 ...

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 ...