fishing Archives - Ponca City Now

Oklahoma Paddlefish Fishing Event for Youth July 11 at Kaw Lake

Thursday, July 9 by Ponca City Now

DATE: July 11th 2026 LOCATION: This trip will be hosted at the Kaw Lake Spillway. Meet at the East Side boat dock TIME: Arrive at 7 AM AGE OF YOUTH: Youth 18 and younger. Keep in mind, these fish get big. NUMBER OF Fishers: 50 youth. LICENSE REQUIREMENTS: All youth will need an Oklahoma Paddlefish permit Any youth over 17 will... Read More.

Lake Tenkiller Bass Tournament aims to grow Women’s Bass Fishing in Oklahoma

Friday, June 5 by News 6

A lifelong love of fishing is turning into something bigger for one Oklahoma woman. Sarah Roberts is organizing the first Oklahoma Lady Anglers Tournament at Lake Tenkiller this weekend in an effort to get more women hooked on the sport. “Pure joy. Every time I’m out here, it’s just pure joy. Everything else melts away,” Roberts... Read More.

Ponca City Parks & Recreation, Oklahoma Dept of Wildlife Hosting FREE Youth Fishing Clinics in June

Monday, April 27 by Ponca City Now

Ponca City Parks & Recreation is teaming up with the Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation to host FREE fishing clinics for kids ages 5–12.From baiting hooks to casting like a pro and reeling in the “big one,” kids will learn all the basics—no experience needed! Gear is provided for those who need it.Spots are... Read More.

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Camp McFadden’s Hooked on Fishing May 1

Monday, April 20 by Ponca City Now

Camp McFadden's Hooked on Fishing is Saturday, May 1st. Bring your own pole, bait provided. Here is a timeline of what to expect: -Check-in is from 8:30-8:45. Parents need to stay at camp with kids. -From 9-10, kids will be divided into teams and go to various stations to learn about fishing, water safety, etc. -Kids will fish... Read More.

Oklahoma Supreme Court backs Drummond, upholds tribal hunting and fishing rights

Thursday, March 26 by KOKH

OKLAHOMA CITY, OKLA (KOKH) — The Oklahoma Supreme Court has sided with the Attorney General Gentner Drummond's opinion to protect tribal members' right to hunt and fish on reservations. Gov. Kevin Stitt and the Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation had challenged Drummond's opinion and brought it to the Oklahoma Supreme Court. The justices unanimously sided with Drummond... Read More.

Oklahoma’s big bucks: Hunting & fishing license overhaul pays off with $4.8 million boost

Monday, August 11 by KOKH

OKLAHOMA CITY (KOKH) — The Oklahoma Department of Wildlife is already seeing a big return on revamping its hunting and fishing license system. Senate Bill 941 went into effect July 1, 2024, adjusting the licenses people can get in Oklahoma for recreational hunting and fishing. It reduced the number of licenses from 64 to 47. SB 941... Read More.

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Oklahoma offers free fishing weekend, no license required

Thursday, June 5 by KOKH

OKLAHOMA CITY (KOKH) — Oklahoma is inviting residents to enjoy a Free Fishing Weekend on June 7-8, 2025. According to the Oklahoma Game Wardens, during the two days, citizens can fish without needing a state fishing license. It's the perfect chance to get outside, make some memories, and introduce someone new to the sport we all love.... Read More.

Elk City Lake Installs Artificial Reefs for Better Fishing

Tuesday, April 8 by News 9

ELK CITY, OK - The city of Elk City collaborated with the Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation to secure a grant to improve fish habitats in Elk City Lake. The city assembled and installed MossBack structures, which are essentially artificial covers for the fish to hide, reproduce, shade, or feed. The project... Read More.

Oklahoma Boy Fundraising To Bring Indoor Fishing Event To Children’s Hospital

Thursday, December 19 by Ponca City Now

A metro boy is raising money with the help of his family to bring an indoor fishing event to an area children’s hospital. 10-year-old Alex Turner was diagnosed with autism at the age of 3. He is homeschooled by his father, Neil, and the pair broadcast their adventures on social media through their “Okie School of Adventure”... Read More.

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UPDATE: Baxter Springs Man,72, Killed In Road Construction Accident On U.S. 166 Near Cowley Fishing Lake

Thursday, July 14 by Lyman James

Updated: Thursday, 8:40 p.m. A Baxter Springs man was killed in a accident Thursday afternoon east of the Cowley State Fishing Lake. The Kansas Highway Patrol identified the man, Billy Watson, Jr., Thursday night. He was 72. Baxter Springs is located in Cherokee County in the southeast corner of Kansas near Joplin. According to the KHP Crash Log,... Read More.

Start thinking about fishing at Lake Ponca

Thursday, March 17 by Lyman James

Great time to start thinking about Spring/Summer Fishing at Lake Ponca! You can purchase online at www.poncacityok.gov/parksandrec/registration You must have a state fishing license and a Lake Ponca permit to fish on Lake Ponca. Ponca City Resident: (P.O. Box is not a residential address.) Daily Permit $2.00 Annual Individual $6.00 Annual Family $10.00 Non-Resident Daily Permit $4.00 Annual Individual $10.00 Annual Family $20.00 Senior... Read More.