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Dove Days 2021

Insights, reflections and anticipation plus things some might not know about these popular gamebirds.  Story and photography by Bob Zaiglin As I walked the tree-lined…

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September Surf Sharks

A mix of boredom and frantic action with hook ups that are usually controlled chaos resulting in a uniquely memorable angling experience.  Story and photography…

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Overlooked & Underfished Coastal Surprises

Beat the doldrums by fishing these off the wall places to find more trout, reds and flounder. Story and photography by Robert Sloan When I…

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Resurrecting a Feathered Fixture

Tall Timbers project aims to bring bobwhite quail back to the Pineywoods. Story and photography by Matt Williams Modern wingshooters may not realize it, but…

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Lone Star Muscle Lakes

Texas grabs 10 spots in Bassmaster Top 100 with Fork ranking No. 1 overall. Story and photography by Matt Williams For those who may not…

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Gulf of Mexico Fishery Management Council-August 2021 Council Meeting Summary

The Gulf of Mexico Fishery Management Council (Council) met in San Antonio, Texas from August 23-26.  The meeting began with the induction of re-appointed members…

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Chronic Wasting Disease Discovered at a Deer Breeding Facility in Duval County

AUSTIN – Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) has been discovered in a deer breeding facility in Duval County, marking the first positive detection of the disease…

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Texas Parks and Wildlife Commission Special Meeting on CWD Set for Sept. 15

AUSTIN— The Texas Parks and Wildlife (TPW) Commission will hold a special meeting on proposed rules related to Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD).  Earlier this year,…

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Texas Parks and Wildlife Film, Bayou City, Nominated for Jackson Wild Media Award

AUSTIN — The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) is proud to announce that the short film, “Bayou City”, has been nominated for a 2021…

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Trinity River Alligator Gar Harvest Authorization Drawing Opens Sept. 1

AUSTIN – The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department will begin the Alligator Gar Harvest Authorization drawing application process on September 1. From Sept. 1 through…

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