Spring’s Drum Beat

Spring’s Drum Beat

Hoards of black drum with some red drum mixed in await anglers longing for a bent rod and big tug. Story and photography by Nate…

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Carter Stepping Down As Dallas Safari Club Executive Director

Carter Stepping Down As Dallas Safari Club Executive Director

DSC Executive Director Ben Carter has announced his resignation, effective May 31, 2017. Ben has served as Executive Director of DSC for approximately 10 years,…

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Teen Arrested in Connection with Shooting Death of Bald Eagle

Teen Arrested in Connection with Shooting Death of Bald Eagle

Surviving eaglet rescued from nest AUSTIN — On Feb. 22, an American bald eagle was shot in north Harris County, Texas, near White Oak Bayou….

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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. Leaving a Game Camera Trail Texas game wardens were able…

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Three Leased Public Fishing Access Areas Open for White Bass Anglers

Three Leased Public Fishing Access Areas Open for White Bass Anglers

AUSTIN – White bass are one of Texas’ most sought after game fish, especially when they make their annual spring spawning migration into rivers above…

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Whole Earth Provision Co. Hosts Banff Film Festival Benefiting Texas State Parks

Whole Earth Provision Co. Hosts Banff Film Festival Benefiting Texas State Parks

AUSTIN — For the sixth consecutive year, Whole Earth Provision Co. will be donating proceeds from the Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour to Texas…

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Texas Game Wardens Lead Successful Joint Operation Bahia de Aransas

Texas Game Wardens Lead Successful Joint Operation Bahia de Aransas

AUSTIN – Texas game wardens over the weekend wrapped up a successful six-day multiagency initiative, called Operation Bahia de Aransas, designed to increase law enforcement…

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Biologists Confirm Genetics of First ShareLunker Offspring Entered into Program

Biologists Confirm Genetics of First ShareLunker Offspring Entered into Program

ATHENS – In March 2006, angler Edward Reid pulled a staggering 14.48-pound largemouth bass from the depths of Lake Conroe near Houston. On Feb. 10,…

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TPWD Taking Comment on Proposed Hunting and Fishing Regulation Changes

TPWD Taking Comment on Proposed Hunting and Fishing Regulation Changes

Online Resources Available for Public Input, Webinar Set for Feb. 21 AUSTIN – The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department is seeking public comment on proposed…

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TPWD Announces New Paddler Camp Sites on Iconic Devils River

TPWD Announces New Paddler Camp Sites on Iconic Devils River

AUSTIN – The Devils River is one of the premier paddling and fishing destinations in Texas, drawing outdoor enthusiasts each year to enjoy the preserved…

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