A majestic buck and a doe stand in a golden autumn landscape.

About the November 2019 Cover

Popular wildlife artist Pat Pauley has painted a beautiful fall scene that could well be right out of Texas Hill Country.  A huge whitetail buck…

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A person releasing a duck decoy into a marsh at sunrise.

It’s Duck Time

Crank it up for another duck hunting season and Texas has lots of options. Story and Photography By Robert Sloan One of the most exciting…

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A majestic deer with large antlers stands in a sunlit field.

Deer Management Philosophies

It is nothing more than common sense management and you don’t have to break the bank. Story and photography by Bob Zaiglin Man’s inherent desire…

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Two men proudly holding freshly caught fish while fishing outdoors.

LEADING UP TO THANKSGIVING — On The Coast

It’s a time of change for anglers, gamefish, weather as well as fishing tactics. By Danno Wise For most people, November means one thing –…

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Cat’s Meow

Catfish guide reels in armies of channel cat with sweet smelling cheese bait. By Matt Williams Another brilliant sunrise is about to shine on Lake…

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Editor’s Insight

Thankful For All Y’All November is the month of Thanksgiving and that thankfulness encompasses so many aspects of life and the relationships we cherish. For…

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TPWD Reminds Hunters about Proper Deer Carcass Disposal

AUSTIN – The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department reminds hunters throughout the state to properly dispose of carcasses from harvested deer to help prevent the…

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TPWD Taking Public Comment on Proposed Regulation Changes for Trotlines and Other Related Gears

AUSTIN – The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) is seeking public comment on proposed changes to the regulations on passive fishing gear (jug lines,…

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Game Warden Field Notes

The following items are compiled from recent Texas Parks and Wildlife law enforcement reports. From Cheer to Fear While on the way to patrol the…

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TPWD Issues Statement Regarding Lake Dunlap Stump Removal

AUSTIN – A recent media release by the Preserve Lake Dunlap Association (PLDA) stated that stump removal was underway at Lake Dunlap with full approval…

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