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The Texas Buffalo Soldiers program provides educational experiences that connect underrepresented populations with the outdoors through interpretive story telling of the Buffalo Soldiers, the country's first professional African American soldiers.
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The South Texas thornscrub moves in whispers. A flick of a spotted tail, a shimmer of fur melting into mesquite shadows — and then nothing. For most Texans, the ocelot is more myth than mammal, so rare that fewer than a hundred remain in the United States.
Researchers are studying deer and elk movements in the Texas Panhandle to help stop the spread of fatal Chronic Wasting Disease. Since 1971 the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department has recognized fishing records of all kinds.
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Anglers who catch a bass that's at least 8 lbs. or 24" can participate all year-long by entering their catch online or in the ShareLunker app. Participants will receive a catch kit, achievement decal, ShareLunker gear, and entry into a drawing for prizes including a $5,000 shopping spree!
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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