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About the September 2023 Cover

Talented wildlife and sporting artists for generations have painted scenes that stimulate the memories of similar times and places by those that view their art. …

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Dove Season Opener

It’s the most anticipated event of the year, particularly for those who enjoy wing shooting. Story by Bob Zaiglin   It was the first weekend…

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Late Summer Coastal Slammin’

How, When and Where of Saltwater’s Big 3 — a redfish, speckled trout, and flounder all caught during a single session. Story and photography by…

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Are You Keeping Up?

Electronics, anchoring, power sources and more continue to entice anglers to try the latest and greatest. Story and photography by Brian Hughes   I wrote…

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2023 Dove Hunting Forecast

Story by Bill L. Olson At the beginning of the 2022 Dove Hunting Forecast I said, “next to the opening date for whitetail deer hunting…

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Glassing For Big Game

Story by Tom Claycomb III Each year I teach a handful of “Glassing For Big Game” seminars, as a part of my pro-staff responsibilities and…

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Media Advisory: Bracken Cave Hosts Private Event for Media

SAN ANTONIO— In a private event, Bat Conservation International and the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department will offer exclusive media access to Bracken Cave’s 15…

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Despite Unrelenting Summer Heat, Dove Season Expected to Have Soaring Numbers

AUSTIN — A cool and rainy spring means that despite above-average summer temperatures, Texas hunters could encounter significantly increased dove populations as the 2023 season…

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Texas Hunting, Fishing Licenses on Sale Aug. 15

AUSTIN— It’s August, which means kids are back in school and the fall hunting and fishing seasons are quickly approaching. Before packing your favorite tackle…

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Texas Statewide Quail Symposium Slated for Aug. 16-18 in Abilene

ABILENE – Quail experts from across the state are convening Aug. 16-18 in Abilene for The Texas Statewide Quail Symposium. They will discuss quail management…

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