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Now in TPW Magazine - June 2025 Texas Parks & Wildlife Magazine June 2025 cover

Ready, Set, GOSH

Summer is calling, and the sixth annual Great Outdoor Scavenger Hunt is here to help you explore Texas. It's a great opportunity to discover something new about the place we call home.
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Archery at School, Conserving Water & Free Fishing

As Texas grows and prospers, securing our water future remains a critical priority for sustaining the health and resilience of our state. Follow a team of student archers from San Antonio on their journey to compete in the state finals tournament. A passionate educator helps organize Free Fishing Day at Lake Pflugerville.

“Better Outside” Podcast Morgan O'Hanlon and Charlie Gandy hike a section of the XTX.

Take A Hike

Texas has never had anything like the Appalachian Trail, the PCT or the Continental Divide Trail. That may change soon. Charlie Gandy is stringing together a route for the XTX, a proposed trail that would span the width of Texas.
grand father and grand daughter anglers posing with Catfish

Fishing for Beginners

If you are (or think you might be) interested in fishing. We'll get you started with fish helpful videos, articles, apps and other resources to teach you the basics and help you find just the right place to fish.
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State Parks for Beginners

The great outdoors awaits you in Texas State Parks. Choose from over 80 parks, natural areas, historic sites and visitor centers. Follow these steps to plan your trip. Choose a park, plan your visit and make your reservation.
male and female hunters

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.
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Get the free Outdoor Annual.

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.
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Big Time Texas Hunts Entries are on Sale Now!

Take a chance and enter to win any of 10 premium hunting packages on some of the best private ranches and TPWD Wildlife Management Areas across Texas! For only $9 online or $10 at your local license retailer, you could win the hunts of a lifetime.
Mom and son with catfish

Now Stocking Catfish!

You'll find catfish in neighborhood ponds and other community lakes from mid-April through October. Look over the stocking schedule for specific dates and a location near you.
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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.
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