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Coronavirus Update: Offices and State Parks are Open

TPWD offices are open for license sales and boat registration. State Parks are open for camping and day visits.

Hunting for Beginners

Whether you're looking for a new outdoor adventure, interested in a quality source of fresh meat, wish to contribute to wildlife conservation or just looking for a way to spend more time with friends and family – we've got you covered.

2021-2022 Hunting Season Dates

It's not too early to start planning your hunts for the upcoming season. New this year: two additional days in the Special White-winged Dove Days within the South Dove Zone; and the general pronghorn season is extended from 9 days to 16 days statewide.

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Online Boat Registration

Renew registration, obtain replacement documents and more online.
See available online boat registration options

Mail-in Boat Requests

Mail ownership transfer transaction requests to your nearest TPWD Law Enforcement Office:

Contact TPWD Boat Section

(800) 262-8755
Boat.Reg@tpwd.texas.gov

Fishing & Hunting Licenses: Online purchase of licenses, stamps, tags & packages.
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Outdoor Annual: Summary of Hunting, Fishing and Boating Regulations
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Boater Education: Online courses are available for required boater education.
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Bass Tracking, Lake Corpus Christi, Kemp's Ridley History

Fisheries biologists are tracking largemouth bass to see if increased fishing pressure is changing fish behavior in ways that could make them more difficult for anglers to catch. From lake activities to birding and hiking, Lake Corpus Christi has what you need for a great getaway. For over 40 years biologists and volunteers have been working to save the Kemp's Ridley sea turtles from extinction.

Now in TPW Magazine - July 2021

Texas Parks & Wildlife Magazine July 2021 cover

Home Sweet Home

State park visitors who long to extend their stay for more than a day have a variety of options when it comes to sleeping over. If you're not a fan of tent camping, don't despair — options at Texas state parks range from the comfort of Indian Lodge to the still-pretty-primitive screened shelters. What lies in between?

Outdoor Annual app on phone and computer screen

The Outdoor Annual is now all-digital.

Visit outdoorannual.com or get the free app for everything you need to know before you go. The app shows location-based info on hunting seasons and nearby waterbodies, plus the ability to look up current and past license purchases.

Find a Spot to Fish

Fishing is a fun, affordable way for families and friends to spend time together outdoors. Try fishing for free (without a fishing license) in state parks, or buy your fishing license to help support healthy fish populations and their habitats.

Protect the Lakes You Love

Invasive species like giant salvinia and zebra mussels can ruin fishing, boating and swimming for everyone. You can't always tell if a lake is infested with invasive species, and even a small piece left on your boat or gear can infest another lake. That's why it's so important to always clean drain and dry your boat, trailer and gear before traveling from lake to lake.

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