The 46th state to join the Union, Oklahoma is home to an abundance of opportunities for sportsmen and women. For anglers, Oklahoma’s numerous lakes, rivers, and streams offer a richness of fishing opportunities. The state is home to a variety of fish popular among sportsmen and sportswomen, including largemouth bass, crappie, catfish, and trout. Oklahoma’s landscapes are also a major draw for outdoor enthusiasts. The state’s eastern regions are characterized by rolling hills and dense forests where hunters can pursue deer, black bear, and quail, while the western regions are dominated by vast grasslands and rugged canyons home to pronghorn. Resting in the middle of the Central Flyway, Oklahoma is also an amazing, albeit underappreciated destination for waterfowl hunters. Whether you’re seeking the thrill of the hunt or the tranquility of a day on the water, Oklahoma is a state that is sure to satisfy your outdoor cravings.
For more information on the elected officials protecting and promoting the sportsmen’s traditions in Oklahoma, please contact:
Oklahoma State Caucus Fact Sheet
Congressional Sportsmen’s Caucus
Senator
James Lankford
Senator
Markwayne Mullin
Representative
Tom Cole
Representative
Kevin Hern
Representative
Frank Lucas
Oklahoma Governors Sportsmen’s Caucus Member
Governor
Kevin Stitt
Oklahoma Legislative Sportsmen’s Caucus Leadership
Senator
Grant Green
Senator
Blake "Cowboy" Stephens
Representative
Eddy Dempsey
Representative
Kevin Wallace
News Alerts
Mar 25 2024
Oklahoma Passes License Overhaul Legislation, a Top Priority for CSF and Partners
Why It Matters: Legislative victories are often the result of collaborative action and several...
Mar 18 2024
House of Representatives OKs Pair of Firearm Bills in OK
Why It Matters: Particularly during election years, legislation regarding firearms, both good and bad,...
Mar 04 2024
Effort to Simplify Oklahoma’s Hunting and Fishing Licenses and Increase Fees Passes House
Why It Matters: The acquisition of hunting and fishing licenses should not be an...
Feb 26 2024
Oklahoma Session Off to a Hot Start
Why It Matters: Though their legislative session started later than many other states, Oklahoma...
Dec 18 2023
More Than Just Hot Air: ODWC Seeks to Expand Arrow-shooting Airgun Opportunities in Sooner State
Why It Matters: As airguns and arrow-shooting airguns continue to gain popularity and pique...
Jun 05 2023
Lower Midwest Legislative Sessions Adjourn, CSF Celebrates Victories, Prepares for 2024
Why It Matters: The conclusion of legislative sessions across the Lower Midwest provides an...
Apr 10 2023
Caucus-Led Resolution Highlighting the Role of Sportsmen and Sportswomen as Conservationists Adopted in Oklahoma
Why It Matters: While many states across the U.S. hold sportsmen and women in...
Mar 06 2023
Firearms Remain a Focus Across the Midwest
Why It Matters: Legislation pertaining to the ownership and possession of firearms continues to...
Feb 06 2023
Airbows Continue to be a Hot Topic Across the Lower Midwest
Why It Matters: Airbows continue to gain popularity among deer hunters across the nation....
Jan 09 2023
New Year, New Technologies Available for Midwestern Hunters
Highlights: Striking the balance between technology and conservation is critical to ensure that hunting...
Nov 07 2022
Youth Deer Seasons and the Importance of Recruiting the Next Generation
Why It Matters: To ensure the longevity of the American System of Conservation Funding...
Sep 12 2022
As the Leaves Change, So Too Do Hunting Laws: What Midwesterners Need to Know This Deer Season
Why It Matters: Being aware of changes to state laws and regulations is the...
May 23 2022
Oklahoma Senator and NASC Executive Council Member Mark Allen Recognized for His Service
Contact: Kent Keene, Assistant Manager, Lower Midwestern States and Agriculture PolicyWhy It Matters: Elected...
May 16 2022
In Win for Sportsmen and Women, Oklahoma Airbow Bill Signed into Law
Contact: Kent Keene, Assistant Manager, Lower Midwestern States and Agriculture PolicyWhy It Matters: While...
May 09 2022
Oklahoma Bills on the Move as End of Session Nears
Contact: Kent Keene, Assistant Manager, Lower Midwestern States and Agriculture PolicyWhy it matters: As...
Apr 04 2022
Challenges for Public Lands, Conservation Easements Continue Across Midwest
Contact: Kent Keene, Assistant Manager, Lower Midwestern States and Agriculture PolicyWhy It Matters: Politically...
Mar 07 2022
NASC Executive Council Member Leading Airbow Bill in Oklahoma
Contact: Kent Keene; Assistant Manager, Lower Midwestern States and Agriculture PolicyWhy it Matters: Opportunities...
Feb 14 2022
Oklahoma Bills Renew Push for State Agency License Authority
Contact: Kent Keene; Senior Coordinator, Lower Midwestern States and Agriculture PolicyWhy it Matters: Granting...
Nov 08 2021
Oklahoma and Texas Sportsmen’s Caucuses Converge for Policy Forum on Aquatic Invasive Species
Contact: Kent Keene, Senior Coordinator, Lower Midwestern States and Agriculture PolicyHighlightsWhy it Matters: One of...
Mar 15 2021
Oklahoma Legislature Takes First Steps Toward Throwing State Agency, and Sportsmen, a Bone
Contact: Kent Keene; Senior Coordinator, Lower Midwestern States and Agriculture PolicyWhy it Matters: Granting...
Mar 08 2021
Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt Becomes 29th Member of GSC
Contact: Kent Keene; Senior Coordinator, Lower Midwestern States and Agriculture PolicyOn March 1, the...
Mar 01 2021
Oklahoma Caucus Elects Strong Bipartisan Leadership Roster
Contact: Kent Keene, Senior Coordinator, Lower Midwestern States and Agriculture PolicyOn Wednesday, February 24, members...
Feb 22 2021
Hunter-Ed and Schools: Oklahoma’s Next Generation of Conservation
Contact: Kent Keene, Senior Coordinator, Lower Midwestern States and Agriculture PolicyAfter working closely with...
Feb 16 2021
Hunting, Fishing Groups Speak Up to Give Oklahoma Commission License Authority
Contact: Kent Keene, Lower Midwestern States CoordinatorOn Monday, February 8, the Oklahoma Senate Agriculture...
May 26 2020
Midwest: 2020 Regional Legislative Update
Contacts: Nick Buggia, Upper Midwestern States Manager; Kent Keene, Lower Midwestern States Coordinator Since...
May 18 2020
Oklahoma: Wildlife Commission Approves Changes for Upcoming Deer and Waterfowl Seasons
Contact: Kent Keene, Lower Midwestern States CoordinatorDuring their May meeting, the Oklahoma Wildlife Conservation...
Mar 09 2020
Oklahoma: Bill to Grant Management Authority over Furbearers and Squirrel Seasons to State Wildlife Agency Passes House
Contact: Kent Keene, Lower Midwestern State CoordinatorOn Monday, March 2, the Oklahoma House of...
Dec 23 2019
Oklahoma: Public Comment Period Open for Wildlife Commission’s Proposed Rules Changes
Contact: Kent Keene, Lower Midwestern States CoordinatorThe Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation (ODWC) and the...
May 13 2019
Oklahoma: Legislative Sportsmen’s Caucus Hosts Whitewater Rafting Adventure
Contact: Kent Keene, Lower Midwestern States CoordinatorOn May 7, the Oklahoma Legislative Sportsmen’s Caucus...
Feb 19 2019
Oklahoma: Sportsmen’s Caucus Hosts Annual Sportsmen’s Day at the Capitol
By Chris Horton, Midwestern States Senior DirectorOn February 13, the Oklahoma Legislative Sportsmen’s Caucus...
Feb 04 2019
Oklahoma: Sportsmen’s Caucus Member Introduces Science-Based Bill to Benefit Trout Fishery
By Chris Horton, Midwestern States Senior DirectorOn January 16, Oklahoma Legislative Sportsmen’s Caucus Member...
May 04 2018
Oklahoma: Caucus Hosts Annual Clays Competition, Dinner
By Joel Hodgdon, Central Midwestern States CoordinatorOn May 1, the Oklahoma Legislative Sportsmen’s Caucus...
Apr 20 2018
Oklahoma: CSF Attends International Wild Pig Conference
By Bee Frederick, Southeastern States DirectorOn April 15-18 the Congressional Sportsmen’s Foundation (CSF) Southeastern...
Mar 23 2018
Oklahoma: Caucus Hosts Sportsmen’s Day at the Capitol
By Joel Hodgdon Central Midwestern Sates Coordinator On March 21, members of the sportsmen’s community...
Latest policy updates
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Reports and Data
Mar 05 2024
Oklahoma: American System of Conservation Funding Fact Sheet
Oklahoma: American System of Conservation Funding Fact Sheet
Jan 01 2013
2013 Sportsmen's Economic Impact Report - Oklahoma
2013 Sportsmen’s Economic Impact Report - Oklahoma
Jan 01 2007
2006 Economic Impact Report — Oklahoma
Oklahoma sportsmen and women annually spend more than the combined cash receipts for hogs...
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