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2022 Grand Slam winner, Stephen Lambden, harvested a 10 point 8.5-year old-buck at Double H Ranch.

Texas State Parks Celebrate 100 Years with Special Events

To commemorate 100 years, every state park will host at least one special event during the 2023 Centennial year.
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Now Stocking Trout!

You'll find rainbow trout in neighborhood ponds and other community lakes from late November through early March. Look over the stocking schedule for specific dates and a location near you.
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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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Alternatives to doing business in person with TPWD.

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.
Buy fishing & hunting licenses
Outdoor Annual
Summary of Hunting, Fishing and Boating Regulations
View the Outdoor Annual or Download the app
Boater Education
Online courses are available for required boater education.
See available boater education courses

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Outdoor Inspiration, Shield Ranch & 3rd Generation Warden

Cole Johnson may be legally blind, but he doesn't let his disability slow him down. At the Shield Ranch, an historic ranching family has taken steps to forever protect their wild land. John Kohleffel has made it his mission to support his community in many different ways with a focus on teaching kids about the joys of the great outdoors

Now in TPW Magazine - November 2023 Texas Parks & Wildlife Magazine November 2023 cover

Bison Death Plunge

‘Amazing’ archeological discovery at Caprock Canyons reveals a place where Native Americans drove bison off a cliff. In 2021, Rick Day and his wife, Susan Day, had a particularly rowdy group of students in their science classes at Lockney Junior High School.
Outdoor Annual online and iPhone app

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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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.
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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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Duck Hunters: Protect the Lakes You Love

Invasive species like giant salvinia can grow quickly and cover expanses of fresh water, blocking access for hunters to prime waterfowl hunting areas. Stop the spread and protect the lakes you love by always taking time to clean, drain and dry your boat, trailer and gear when you travel from lake to lake.
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