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Todd Pilcik Named James “Randy” Fugate Memorial Wildlife Division Professional of the Year

AUSTIN — The 2026 recipient of the James “Randy” Fugate Memorial Wildlife Division Professional of the Year award is Todd Pilcik, a district wildlife biologist…

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New World Screwworm Confirmed in Zavala County Calf

AUSTIN — On June 3 the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) received confirmation of a detection of New World screwworm (NWS) in Zavala County. A sample…

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Free Fishing Day in Texas is Set for June 6

AUSTIN – The annual Texas tradition of Free Fishing Day arrives at public waterways throughout the state on Saturday, June 6. Texans and out-of-state visitors…

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Public Meetings Scheduled in Central Texas June 17, 18 to Discuss Public Use Plan for Enchanted Rock State Natural Area Expansion

AUSTIN – The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) is hosting a second round of public meetings in Llano and San Antonio to gather feedback…

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Texas Parks and Wildlife Department Awards Statewide Recreational Trails Grants Totaling $6.17 million

AUSTIN—The Texas Parks and Wildlife Commission approved more than $6.17 million in grants during its May meeting in Austin, funding 21 trail construction and maintenance…

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TPWD Graduates 68th Texas Game Warden and State Park Police Cadet Class

AUSTIN – The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) graduated its 68th Texas Game Warden and Texas State Park Police cadet class Friday morning during…

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