Two fishermen examining a caught fish closely.

Early Summer Time Trout

Fishermen can expect to catch good numbers of specks just about any way they want. Story and photography by Danno Wise From early to mid-summer…

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Group of hunters posing with multiple deer they have hunted.

Deer Hunting & Hunting Recruitment

Mentorship and willingness of landowners to provide hunting opportunities are vital to assuring hunting is preserved. Story and photography by Bob Zaiglin Subjugated by the…

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Man using a net to catch fish from a boat.

Fresh & Salt Hatchery Woes

Texas fish hatcheries are not immune to the impact of COVID-19. Story and Photography by Matt Williams Springtime in Texas.  In a normal year, it’s…

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Man proudly holding a large bass fish on a kayak in a lake.

The Spring of Corona

Story by Matt Williams We’re on the backside of a horrific spring that everyone had just as soon forget — a period in time when…

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Close-up of a wild boar's face with detailed fur and expressive eyes.

About The May 2020 Cover

Renowned artist Hans Bulder of Apeldorn Netherlands is the second international artist to have his art grace the front cover of TEXAS OUTDOORS JOURNAL.  Bulder’s…

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A black wild boar standing in tall grass near green bushes.

HARD-HITTING HANDGUNS FOR HOGS

A closer more challenging way to pursue free-ranging wild swine. Story and photography by Bill L. Olson My first introduction to wild hogs occurred as…

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Three people wading in a river under a bridge on a sunny day.

Fishing Central Texas Rivers & Streams

A sneak-peak at the abundant but underutilized opportunities on tranquil, secluded waters. Story and photography by Aaron Reed You could, if you really wanted to…

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A black dog runs on grass while a person watches from behind bushes.

GREAT HUNTING EXCUSE — HOGS

Not only a challenging animal to hunt, they represent exceptional table fare at an affordable price. Story and photography by Bob Zaiglin As my hunter,…

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Person fishing from a boat on a calm sea under a cloudy sky.

Matching The Pattern — Not The Calendar

Early warm temperatures will force anglers to focus on prevailing conditions and fish behavior. Story and photography by Danno Wise Early summer patterns are something…

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A fish with a yellow ball in its mouth swimming underwater.

Topwater Crushing Reds

There’s a stubby cigar-shaped weedless floater that is proving almost irresistible to coastal gamefish. Story and photography by Robert Sloan The wind was howling and…

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