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Preparing for the Upcoming Deer Season

Whether a buck of a lifetime is harvested, hunters should not get discouraged, because the longer it takes to realize a dream, the fonder the…

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Texas Inshore World Series

During the coastal October Classic, inshore anglers have an opportunity to catch seven incredible species during the first full month of autumn. Story and photography…

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The Ethics of Hunting with a Handgun

Story by Shane Jahn Ethics:  moral principles that govern a person’s behavior or the conducting of an activity. That’s one definition of the word “ethics”…

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White-tailed Deer Archery Hunters Should Have Plenty of Opportunities to Harvest Quality Bucks Before the General Season

AUSTIN —White-tailed deer hunters heading to blinds for the archery-only season should experience another great opener this year. Bucks during this time of year gather…

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2026 Youth Fish Art Contest Accepting Entries

ATHENS — The Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center (TFFC) has opened the Texas division of Wildlife Forever’s 2026 Fish Art Contest for entries. The Fish Art…

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What is New for Hunting Season 2025-26

AUSTIN — The 2025-26 hunting season has kicked off with a great start to dove season for hunters across the state. However, hunters should be…

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Inks Lake State Park to Host 3rd Annual Explore Bowhunting Event

AUSTIN – Texas Parks and Wildlife Department’s (TPWD) Community Archery Program is partnering with Inks Lake State Park in Burnet and numerous partners Oct. 11…

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

ATHENS — The Texas Freshwater Fishing Hall of Fame committee is accepting nominations for next year’s induction into the hall of fame. Nominees can be either individuals…

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Teal Season Opens in Texas Sept. 20

AUSTIN – Teal hunting season kicks off Sept. 20 and for the first time in nearly 20 years, Texas waterfowl hunters face a shortened early…

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Texas Game Wardens Emphasize Safety Ahead of Labor Day Weekend

AUSTIN – With Labor Day weekend marking the unofficial end of summer, Texas Game Wardens will patrol waterways across the state to enforce laws and…

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