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Gov. Abbott Proclaims Sep. 28 National Hunting and Fishing Day in Texas

47th Anniversary Event Shines Light on Link Between Outdoor Recreation and Conservation AUSTIN – This Saturday, Sept. 28 is National Hunting and Fishing Day, and…

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Expectations High for Archery-Only Hunting Season Opening Sept. 28

New Mandatory Harvest Reporting Required for Antlerless Deer Harvest AUSTIN – The hot, dry conditions that have been gripping most of Texas could make Saturday’s…

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CWD Sample Collector Trainings in the Panhandle and Trans-Pecos

AUSTIN – The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD), the Texas Animal Health Commission (TAHC) and the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service have partnered to…

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Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center Outdoor Expo Set for Sept. 21

ATHENS – The Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center (TFFC) is offering visitors opportunities to learn about a wide range of outdoor skills and participate in family…

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Texas Hunters Brace for Hot Teal Season Opener

AUSTIN – This year’s early teal hunting season is expected to be a hot one, both in terms of temperature and prospects. Extended forecasts for…

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Texas Freshwater Fishing Hall of Fame Nominations Accepted Through Nov. 1

ATHENS — The Texas Freshwater Fishing Hall of Fame committee is seeking nominations for individuals and organizations that have made significant contributions to freshwater fishing…

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About the October 2019 Cover

Special sightings occur during whitetail deer season — particularly in South Texas Brush Country.  Many times it is in the afternoon when shadows grow long…

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2019 Texas’ Statewide Hunting Forecast

Story by Bill L. Olson Photography by John Frankson TOJ’s Annual Forecast of Whitetail, Mule Deer, Pronghorn, Quail and other Game Animals along with the…

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The True South Bay

The southern most bay in the Lone Star State, lies scant miles above Mexico and is a truly magical year round fishery.  Story and Photography…

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Dealing With Deer Diseases

Hunters need to understand the threat of recurring anthrax outbreaks and containment measures for chronic wasting disease. Story and Photography by Bob Zaiglin As a…

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