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TPW Commission Adopts Oyster Certificate of Location Regulation Changes

AUSTIN — During its Jan. 23 meeting, the Texas Parks and Wildlife (TPW) Commission approved changes to the oyster Certificate of Location (COL) program rules….

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Two Texas Game Wardens Recognized by TPW Commission

AUSTIN – Two Texas Game Wardens were recognized during January’s Texas Parks and Wildlife Commission meeting for their contributions and efforts in supporting the agency’s mission. “Kirk…

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TPWD Finalizes Purchase of 2,020 Acres Near Colorado Bend State Park

AUSTIN – Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) laid the groundwork for a new state park in Central Texas with the purchase of 2,020 acres…

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Texas Parks and Wildlife Commission Awards $30.9 Million in Local Park Grants

AUSTIN — The Texas Parks and Wildlife Commission approved more than $30.9 million in local park grants, a new record, to help create and enhance…

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Pair of Fishing Legends to be Inducted into Texas Freshwater Fishing Hall of Fame

ATHENS — The Texas Freshwater Fishing Hall of Fame announces two inductees to its class of 2025 — Ann Thomasson-Wilson of Jasper, Texas and Rick Clunn of…

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Texas Trustees Seek Public Comment on $40 Million Draft Restoration Plan for Coastal Habitat Projects, Sea Turtle Early Restoration Project Extension

AUSTIN — The Texas Trustee Implementation Group for the Deepwater Horizon oil spill seeks public input on the recently released Draft Restoration Plan/Environmental Assessment #3:…

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Bird City Texas Certifies Five New Cities & Their First High-Flyer

AUSTIN – Audubon Texas and Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) are excited to announce College Station, Denton, Kerrville, San Marcos and Wimberley have joined…

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About the February 2025 Cover

“Spring Trophy,” by Calvin Carter There are many years like the one we have just started when winter is more spring-like and within a few…

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Going Old School — Fishing

A look at some good structure spots that are always worth a few casts. Story and photography by Matt Williams I’ve been fortunate to visit…

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Late Winter Coastal Patterns

Story and photography by Danno Wise Due to the oft-changing weather and fish behavior the next few weeks, anglers can and will need to utilize…

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