Blanco River Named 2018 “Water to Watch” by National Fish Habitat Partnership

Blanco River Named 2018 “Water to Watch” by National Fish Habitat Partnership

AUSTIN – The Blanco River is one of the primary river networks that Central Texas communities depend upon for drinking water, flood abatement, agricultural production…

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Game Warden Field Notes

Game Warden Field Notes

The following items are compiled from recent Texas Parks and Wildlife Department law enforcement reports. Don’t Believe Everything on the Internet On opening weekend of…

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Commercial Harvest of King Mackerel in Federal Waters of the Gulf of Mexico Western Zone Will Close on  October 5, 2018

Commercial Harvest of King Mackerel in Federal Waters of the Gulf of Mexico Western Zone Will Close on October 5, 2018

WHAT/WHEN/WHERE: Commercial harvest of king mackerel in federal waters of the Western Zone will close at 12:00 pm, local time, on October 5, 2018. Commercial…

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It’s Time for Texas’ Third Annual Pollinator BioBlitz

It’s Time for Texas’ Third Annual Pollinator BioBlitz

AUSTIN — In support of Texas’ third statewide Pollinator BioBlitz, organizations and sites around the state will be hosting a variety of events to get…

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Applications Being Accepted for Texas Game Warden, State Park Police Cadet Class

Applications Being Accepted for Texas Game Warden, State Park Police Cadet Class

AUSTIN — The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) is building its next generation of elite state law enforcement officers with the 63rd Texas Game…

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Inks Lake State Park Hosts Hill Country Heritage Expo Oct. 5-6

Inks Lake State Park Hosts Hill Country Heritage Expo Oct. 5-6

BURNET— Enjoy two days of cultural exhibits, weapons demonstrations and Native American dances at the Hill Country Heritage Expo hosted by Inks Lake State Park….

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Trainings on Chronic Wasting Disease Sample Collection Set in the Panhandle and Trans-Pecos

Trainings on Chronic Wasting Disease Sample Collection Set in the Panhandle and Trans-Pecos

AUSTIN – As part of Texas’ increased chronic wasting disease (CWD) surveillance effort, state agencies have partnered to provide training opportunities for landowners/managers, taxidermists, and…

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Recent Rains Provide Boost for Deer, New Challenges for Bowhunters

Recent Rains Provide Boost for Deer, New Challenges for Bowhunters

Texas’ Archery-Only Hunting Season Opens Saturday, Sept. 29 AUSTIN – Bowhunters might need to adjust their game plan for Saturday’s archery-only white-tailed deer season due…

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Lake Austin Fish Habitat Enhanced by Texas Parks and Wildlife Department, Local Partners

Lake Austin Fish Habitat Enhanced by Texas Parks and Wildlife Department, Local Partners

AUSTIN – Lake Austin, once considered to be one of the top trophy bass fishing destinations in the nation, has experienced a decline in natural…

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Gov. Greg Abbot Proclaims Sept. 25 National Hunting and Fishing Day

Gov. Greg Abbot Proclaims Sept. 25 National Hunting and Fishing Day

Special Day Highlights Texas Cultural Phenomenon With National Hunting and Fishing Day coming this Saturday, dove season in full swing, and the cool days of…

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