Biologists Advise Cleaning Feeders to Prevent the Spread of Diseases Among Birds

Biologists Advise Cleaning Feeders to Prevent the Spread of Diseases Among Birds

AUSTIN – With spring around the corner, Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) biologists are asking residents with bird feeders to routinely clean them, and…

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Invasive Zebra Mussels Found in Aquarium “Moss Ball” Product in Pet and Aquarium Supply Stores

Invasive Zebra Mussels Found in Aquarium “Moss Ball” Product in Pet and Aquarium Supply Stores

AUSTIN – The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) and other wildlife agencies around the country are urging stores who sell aquarium products to remove…

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Public Fishing, Paddling Access Expands on Brazos, San Marcos, and Llano Rivers

Public Fishing, Paddling Access Expands on Brazos, San Marcos, and Llano Rivers

AUSTIN – Anglers and paddlers have some new options for their next fishing and paddling trips. The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department is pleased to…

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Public Input Sought on Texas Hunting Regulation Proposals for 2021-2022

Public Input Sought on Texas Hunting Regulation Proposals for 2021-2022

AUSTIN – The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) is now taking public comment on the following proposed changes to the 2021-2022 Statewide Hunting and…

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Texas Parks and Wildlife Now Accepting Summer Internship Applications

Texas Parks and Wildlife Now Accepting Summer Internship Applications

AUSTIN –The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) is now taking applications for summer internships in all divisions, including Law Enforcement, Wildlife, State Parks, Infrastructure,…

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Toyota ShareLunker Enjoys Incredible February Run of Success

Toyota ShareLunker Enjoys Incredible February Run of Success

ATHENS – Despite cold temperatures and an unprecedented winter storm, February proved to be a banner month for the Toyota ShareLunker program. From February 19th…

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Chronic Wasting Disease Discovered in Lubbock County

Chronic Wasting Disease Discovered in Lubbock County

AUSTIN – Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) has been discovered in a free-ranging 8 ½-year-old mule deer in Lubbock County, marking the first positive detection of…

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CO-OP Program Awards $290,000 in Grants to Texas Communities

CO-OP Program Awards $290,000 in Grants to Texas Communities

AUSTIN – Communities in Texas will be healthier and more engaged with their natural surroundings thanks to grants awarded through the Texas Parks and Wildlife…

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Texas State Parks Recommend Reserving Day Passes, Campsites Ahead of Spring Break

Texas State Parks Recommend Reserving Day Passes, Campsites Ahead of Spring Break

AUSTIN — With Spring Break around the corner, Texans will be looking to explore and get outside. Texas State Parks are already seeing day passes…

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Public Input Sought on Texas Saltwater Fishing Regulation Proposals for 2021-2022

Public Input Sought on Texas Saltwater Fishing Regulation Proposals for 2021-2022

AUSTIN – The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) is now taking public comment on the following proposed changes to the 2021-2022 Statewide Recreational Fishing…

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