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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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The Color Code

Learn the forage in lakes, match the hatch and focus more on putting baits where fish live. Story and Photography by Matt Williams Few topics…

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Best Topwater Action Of The Year

Options galore await topwater anglers looking to hook up with October reds and trout. Story and Photography By Robert Sloan A cool front had just…

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Balmorhea State Park Closes Sept. 3 for Maintenance Projects

TOYAHVALE— Balmorhea State Park is closing its gates Sept. 3 for continued park improvements scheduled to run through Spring 2020. The closure of the park…

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Game Warden Field Notes

The following items are compiled from recent Texas Parks and Wildlife Department law enforcement reports. Wardens Catch Up to East Texas Poaching Ring Game wardens…

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