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Kayak Adventures—5 Warm-Weather Escapes To Try Right Now

Kayak Adventures—5 Warm-Weather Escapes To Try Right Now

Just because Old Man Winter is rearing his balaclava-covered head, doesn't mean you have to hang up your paddle. From sea kayaking along warm,…
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Paddle Your Way To See The Best Fall Colors

Paddle Your Way To See The Best Fall Colors

It’s hard not to get a scenic vista when you’re paddling. Throw in the changing colors of autumn, however, and you’re in for a real…
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7 Colorful Canoe Trips to Try This Fall

7 Colorful Canoe Trips to Try This Fall

There are few better ways to witness the fabulous fiery colors of fall than from the water. The air is crisp and reflections from the foliage dance…
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5 Great Paddleboarding Spots in Oklahoma

5 Great Paddleboarding Spots in Oklahoma

Stand-up paddleboarding, often referred to as SUP, is really catching on in Oklahoma. There are a quite a few places that rent paddleboards if you…
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6 Terrific Whitewater Parks in America

6 Terrific Whitewater Parks in America

Rafting down mountain rivers is nothing short of addicting, but it’s not your only option for thrills. Whitewater parks are sprinkled…
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5 Exhilarating Jet Skiing Spots in Oklahoma

5 Exhilarating Jet Skiing Spots in Oklahoma

With over 200 lakes, Oklahoma offers some great locations for all types of watersports. Jet skiing is very popular on most of the lakes, but there…
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The Best Reasons You Should Try Wakeboarding This Summer

The Best Reasons You Should Try Wakeboarding This Summer

If you’re a fan of water skiing or tubing out on the lake on a hot summer day, wakeboarding might be the next sport for you. Not only is this…
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5 Amazing Water Trails You Need To Try Right Now!

5 Amazing Water Trails You Need To Try Right Now!

Mountains have them, municipalities have them, so why shouldn’t waterways have them as well? I’m talking about trails that keep you on a…
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8 Common Sense Tips for Buying Your First Boat

8 Common Sense Tips for Buying Your First Boat

A boat, even if it’s a small used one, can be a big purchase. Boat ownership entails a lot of responsibility and can be expensive, as well. If…
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5 Excellent Places for Beginners to Kayak in Oklahoma

5 Excellent Places for Beginners to Kayak in Oklahoma

Oklahoma has over 200 lakes and more than 167,000 miles of rivers and streams. No matter where you are in this great state, you’re never very…
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10 Essential Pieces of Gear for Paddle-Sports Beginners

10 Essential Pieces of Gear for Paddle-Sports Beginners

Feeling ready to dip a paddle into some cool waters this summer?  Take your pick from kayaking, canoeing or stand-up paddleboarding….but…
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Kayak Safety: 5 Essential Survival Skills to Know

Kayak Safety: 5 Essential Survival Skills to Know

Sitting atop a kayak on the water is a great way to experience nature from a new vantage point. Whether you're embarking on a leisurely journey on a…
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How to Prepare for a Canoe Camping Trip

How to Prepare for a Canoe Camping Trip

Canoe camping transforms a regular old camping trip into a more adventurous excursion, but it's pivotal to take the steps to properly prepare. You…
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Paddle Games—3 Fun Games To Play On The Water

Paddle Games—3 Fun Games To Play On The Water

“I Spy”: (“I spy something green, something wet, etc.”) – perhaps make a rule that it can only be something people…
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5 Best Whitewater Day Trips In America

5 Best Whitewater Day Trips In America

Summer is here and now is the best time to enjoy a whitewater adventure with friends and family. Outfitted trips can be found all across the U.S. and…
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Events Near Okmulgee OK

Philbrook Festival Night

Saturday, Dec 28, 2024 at 5:30pm
Philbrook Museum of Art
Tulsa, OK
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Race into the New Year

Tuesday, Dec 31, 2024 at 11:45pm
River West Festival Park
Tulsa, OK
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First Day Hike at Keystone State Park

Wednesday, Jan 1, 2025
Keystone State Park
Sand Springs, OK
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First Day Hike at Lake Eufaula State Park

Wednesday, Jan 1, 2025 at 10:00am
Lake Eufaula State Park
Checotah, OK
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First Day Hike at Arrowhead State Park

Wednesday, Jan 1, 2025 at 10:00am
Arrowhead State Park
Canadian, OK
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First Day Hike at Greenleaf State Park

Wednesday, Jan 1, 2025 at 10:00am
Greenleaf State Park
Braggs, OK
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Go Short, Go Long, Go Very Long

Saturday, Jan 18, 2025 at 8:00am
River West Festival Park
Tulsa, OK
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Time Travel 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon

Saturday, Jan 25, 2025 at 8:55am
Riverside 96th Street Park
Tulsa, OK
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Greenleaf Trail Run

Saturday, Jan 25, 2025 at 9:00am
Braggs, OK
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Calendar Guns OK

Calendar Guns OK

Friday, Jan 31, 2025 at 6:00 P.M.
Stroud, OK
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Three Forks Longbeards,OK

Three Forks Longbeards,OK

Saturday, Mar 8, 2025 at 5:30 PM
Muskogee, OK
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Cherokee County Doublebeards

Cherokee County Doublebeards

Saturday, Mar 15, 2025 at 5:30 PM
Wagoner, OK
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Ducks Unlimited - 2025 Oklahoma DU State Convention-New Location

Ducks Unlimited - 2025 Oklahoma DU State Convention-New Location

Friday, Mar 28, 2025 at 3:00pm
Stoney Creek Hotel & Conference Center
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