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Commercial Gulf Shrimp Season Opens Friday, July 15

AUSTIN- The Gulf of Mexico commercial shrimp season for both state and federal waters will reopen 30 minutes after sunset on Friday, July 15, 2022….

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TPWD Accepting 2022-23 Drawn Hunt Permit Applications

AUSTIN – New opportunities and scenery are available to hunters this fall through the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department’s (TPWD) drawn hunt permits program, now…

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TPWD Stresses Importance for Boaters to “Clean, Drain, and Dry”

AUSTIN – The upcoming holiday weekend offers numerous opportunities for Texans to enjoy the summer sun and water during the heart of boating season. Now…

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Texas Game Wardens Advise Texans to “Stay Dry” While Boating This Fourth

Alcohol, Drug Abuse Contributes to Fatal Boating Accidents in Texas AUSTIN – The slips and boat ramps of Texas will soon buzz with activity as…

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Texas State Parks Share Six Tips for Staying Safe on the Trails

AUSTIN— As we enter the summer months, Texans are heading to Texas State Parks to enjoy time outdoors. Last year, 43 state parks reported 102…

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About The July 2022 Cover

Fishing coastal waters during the heat of summer requires a skill set that takes years to develop.  The ability to understand all of the climatic…

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HUNTING FUN OFFSHORE

Red snapper, kings, ling and more make up the bountiful pelagic quarry anglers seek from Texas’ Gulf waters. Story and photography by Robert Sloan Just…

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DEALING WITH A DROUGHT

Rainfall plays a critical role on antler size, but it is not the only factor affecting antler size. Story and photography by Bob Zaiglin I…

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Mid-Summer Finesse Fishing

Plenty of fish will be taken on artificials with a bit of an adjustment to lure selection and presentation. Story and photography by Danno Wise…

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Exploring New Waters in the 21st Century

It may be the 21st Century but some timeless techniques combined with reliable on-line resources can shorten the learning curve. Story and photography Brian Hughes…

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