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Now in TPW Magazine Texas Parks & Wildlife Magazine August/September 2026 cover and feature

Creeks of Texas

For over three decades I have called Central Texas my home. In the span of these 30-plus years, my days have been filled with photography, hiking, fishing and immersing myself in the tranquil...
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Paddling Trails

Experience the slow-moving water and natural beauty of Martin Dies, Jr. State Park. Thanks to good stewardship and a lot of birdhouses, the Red-Cockaded Woodpeckers of Scrappin Valley...

“Better Outside” Podcast Cactus Sniffing in the Desert

Cactus Sniffing in the Desert

Maybe you've heard of search and rescue dogs like Frida, the Labrador Retriever who saved a dozen people after the catastrophic Mexico City earthquake in 2017.

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.
Couple planning route on map

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.
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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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.
Texas Grand Slam winner Mattew 'Cole' Bridges with the white-tailed deer at Meyer's Spring Ranch.

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 WMA's across Texas! For only $9 online or $10 at your local license retailer, you could win the hunts of a lifetime.
Red Snapper

Federal Red Snapper Season

Red snapper season opened on May 22 in federal waters - your daily limit is 2 fish per person, 16" minimum. Red snapper season is open year-round in state waters - with a daily limit of 4 fish per person, 15" minimum.
Father and son prepare for hunt

Apply Now for Drawn Hunts

Enter online to win any of the Drawn Hunts in the 2026-2027 season. Choose from more than 9,500 hunts, including some new ones. Each entry will cost anywhere from $0 to $10, and Youth Only category entries are always free.
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