October 26, 2011

PIERRE, S.D. – Hunters in South Dakota are finding a stretch of the Dakota Southern Railroad line from Mitchell to Reliance closed to hunting this fall. That section of railroad tracks had been slated to be open for use by hunters this fall, but a major construction project on the line is keeping the railroad […]

The Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation is searching for young hunters who want to go on a guided duck hunt this fall at one of six lakes across Oklahoma. The hunts are designed for youth ages 12-15 who have completed the Wildlife Department’s free hunter education course. Hunts are held at Altus-Lugert Lake, Ft. Gibson

Game wardens are employees of the Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation who are responsible for enforcing the state’s fish and wildlife laws, and like with any profession, certain tools help them accomplish their mission. On October 30, the Wildlife Department’s television series – Outdoor Oklahoma – will air real footage of game wardens using the

Oklahomans are enthusiastic about wildlife, even showcasing their love of the outdoors with a specialty license plate from the Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation. And now drivers will have even more wildlife specialty plates to choose from with the introduction of plates featuring the Texas horned lizard, mallard duck, and striped bass. Even while recent

Check out the outdoor calendar provided by the Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation for all your outdoor information. OCTOBER 1- Jan. 15, 2012: Deer archery season and fall turkey archery season. Seasons on public lands may vary from statewide seasons. For full season details, consult the current “Oklahoma Hunting Guide.” 1-March 15, 2012: Rabbit Season.

CONCORD, N.H. — Two wilderness rescues last night emphasize the need for hikers and climbers to factor shorter days/diminishing daylight into their plans for outdoor recreation in the Granite State, New Hampshire Fish and Game officials said today. In Franconia, a 10-member team from the Conway-based Mountain Rescue Service responded to a 911 call for

DEEP recently announced the opening of a new coastal public boat launch on Route 1A in Stonington. The Saltwater Farm Vineyard Boat Launch allows canoeists and kayakers to easily access a pristine saltwater marsh through Oxacossett Brook leading to Wequetequock Cove about a half mile away. The canoe/kayak launch was required by the Town of

DEEP’s Wildlife Division has undertaken several long-term deer studies in residential communities to research and evaluate the effectiveness of deer population control methods in urban-suburban landscapes. Summaries and technical assistance on deer control options are available to communities interested in managing deer in highly developed areas by e-mailing the Deer Program or calling 860-642-7239. In