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TPWD Community Outdoor Outreach Program Recognized as 2020 Diversity and Inclusion Award Winner

AUSTIN— The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department’s (TPWD) Community Outdoor Outreach Program (CO-OP) received the 2020 Diversity and Inclusion Award during the 74th meeting of…

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Texas Oyster Season Opens Nov. 1 with Multiple Closings

TEXAS- The Texas commercial and recreational oyster season opens Nov. 1, 2020 and closes April 30, 2021. However, five areas will remain closed despite the…

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Above Average Season Expected for Texas Hunters Ahead of General Deer Season Opener

AUSTIN— Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) biologists predict a fruitful white-tailed deer season in many regions of the state. Although conditions are drying statewide,…

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Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center Set to Launch Feed the Hungry Campaign

ATHENS – The Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center is teaming up with the Henderson County Food Pantry this November to help feed the hungry. In honor…

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Waterfowl Hunters Can Help Prevent Spread of Invasive Species

AUSTIN –With waterfowl season opening day around the corner, the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) is reminding waterfowl hunters to clean, drain and dry…

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About the December 2020 Cover

 ‘Tis the season to be hunting plus passing on this time honored tradition to the next generation of hunters.  Many started their hunting careers tagging…

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December’s South Texas Rut

Other than the season opener, nothing on a deer hunter’s calendar generates more excitement than the whitetails’ breeding season. Story and photography by Bob Zaiglin…

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The Fall Guys

Changing seasons puts fat cats on the prowl and multiple fishing tactics in play. Story and photography by Matt Williams When dock talk turns to…

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Ducks & Geese Across Texas

Pro’s tips to double down on great waterfowl hunts in a variety of locations around the Lone Star State. Story and photography by Robert Sloan…

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Channeling Good Winter Fishing

No matter the type of channel odds are anglers can experience outstanding fishing during cold winter days. Story and photography by Danno Wise December has…

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