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Texas State Parks to Host Veteran Ruck Hikes Throughout September

AUSTIN – More than 20 Texas State Parks will be hosting Veteran Mental Health Awareness Ruck Hikes throughout the month of September, which is also…

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Fort Phantom Hill Lake Zebra Mussel Status Elevated to ‘Infested’

AUSTIN – Following additional monitoring, Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) has determined that the invasive zebra mussel population status in Fort Phantom Hill, near…

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Official Media Advisory: Bastrop State Park Prescribed Burn Viewing

BASTROP — Bastrop State Park and the Texas Parks & Wildlife Department (TPWD) are planning to conduct prescribed burns this fire season, from October 2026…

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Harvest Authorization Drawing Applications for Trinity River Alligator Gar Available Sept. 1

AUSTIN – The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) will open its annual Alligator Gar Harvest Authorization drawing application process on Sept. 1. The random…

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Strong Dove Population Numbers Anticipated as Hunters Fly Toward Opening Day

Dove Season Opens Statewide September 1 for the First Time in History AUSTIN – For a third year in a row, Texas received significant rain…

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About the September 2026 Cover

About the September 2026 Cover

September 1 and Texas fields have been busy with camo-clad hunters in pursuit of limits of dove.  Hunting seasons have officially arrived.  Soon rewards from…

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Late Summer Slam Season

Late Summer Slam Season

Story and photography by Danno Wise Adding another dimension, fresh element of fun and challenge to coastal sportfishing. The words Summer Slam may conjure up…

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One Last Time

One Last Time

Story and photography by Brian Hughes September may be the last chance for many to take advantage of beating the heat while fishing at night….

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Dove Hunting = Family Time

Dove Hunting = Family Time

Story and photography  by Bob Zaiglin An awesome way to pass the time and tradition before that anticipated “main event” hunting seasons arrives. Texas sportsmen…

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Tips to Dove Hunting Success

Tips to Dove Hunting Success

Story by Bill L. Olson Successful dove hunts include reading new fields.  Dove typically identifies and uses various natural landmarks when flying over or through…

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