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Deer Hunting A Drought

Addressing the many problems deer face and how management-oriented hunters can assist begins with the habitat and number of animals. Story and photography by Bob…

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‘Gator GAR

TPWD experts are still learning after three years of Trinity River permits and statewide mandatory reporting. Story and photography by Matt Williams There was a…

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Take A Rest

Story and photography by Bill L. Olson Preseason practice at the gun range is designed to simulate field conditions when hunting.  They why do hunters…

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“Ethelsgiving” Headed to the Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center in November

ATHENS – The Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center (TFFC) is teaming up with the Henderson County Food Pantry this November for the “Ethelsgiving Feed the Hungry,…

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Waterfowl Hunters Can Lend a Hand to Prevent Spread of Invasive Species

AUSTIN – The new waterfowl hunting season is just around the corner and hunters across the state are gearing up in anticipation for opening day….

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Texas Oyster Season Opens Nov. 1 With Multiple Bay Closures

AUSTIN— The Texas commercial and recreational oyster season opens Tuesday, Nov. 1 and closes April 30, 2023. In an effort to protect and restore oyster…

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Dry Weather Tempers Expectations for General White-Tailed Deer Season

AUSTIN— With dry weather persisting throughout much of the state, Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) biologists expect hunters to see deer consistently frequenting feeders…

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Habitat Conditions Could Present Challenges for Waterfowl Hunters this Season

AUSTIN – Dry conditions across the state could pose some challenges as waterfowl hunters gear up for the start of the new season. Texas Parks…

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Quail Surveys Suggest Uncertain Prospects Heading into Oct. 29 Season Opener

AUSTIN – Bobwhite and scaled quail populations continue to battle against drought conditions across Texas as quail season opens statewide Oct. 29. This means hunting…

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Halloween at the Hatchery Set for Oct. 27 at TFFC

ATHENS – Families are in for a treat Thursday, Oct. 27 at the annual “Halloween at the Hatchery” event hosted by the Texas Freshwater Fisheries…

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