Our mission is to manage and conserve the natural and cultural resources of Texas and to provide hunting, fishing and outdoor recreation opportunities for the use and enjoyment of present and future generations. http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us AUSTIN - Quail season kicks off Nov. 1, and the annual Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) roadside survey signaled good population numbers going into opening day. Good habitat conditions, along with timely rainfall, helped bobwhite and scaled quail production. http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/newsmedia/releases/?req=20261014a 20261014a AUSTIN - As the 2026-27 waterfowl hunting season approaches, lower bird numbers and fluctuating habitat conditions will require hunters to be flexible and ready to take advantage when habitats evolve throughout the year. http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/newsmedia/releases/?req=20261012a 20261012a AUSTIN -- Los biólogos del Departamento de Parques y Vida Silvestre de Texas (TPWD) indican que los cazadores pueden esperar buenas cifras de captura y oportunidades para encontrar machos de calidad durante la temporada 2026-27. Tras tres años de tasas de supervivencia de crías superiores al promedio, la población de venado de cola blanca en Texas ha aumentado a una cifra estimada de 5.64 millones. http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/newsmedia/releases/?req=20261008a 20261008a EL PASO, Texas -- Hueco Tanks State Park and Historic Site invites the public to its 32nd Annual Community Fair on Saturday, Oct. 17, and Sunday, Oct. 18, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/newsmedia/releases/?req=20261007b 20261007b ATHENS - The Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center (TFFC) has opened the Texas division of Wildlife Forever's 2027 Fish Art Contest for entries. The Texas division of the contest will celebrate 20 years in 2027 thanks to the vision of Mr. Richard M. (Dick) Hart, a conservation leader who helped bring the program to the state. Mr. Hart was a successful business and family man with a passion for fishing, conservation, and TFFC. http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/newsmedia/releases/?req=20261007a 20261007a Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) biologists indicate hunters can expect good harvest numbers and opportunities for quality bucks during the 2026-27 season. Following three above-average years of fawn survival, the Texas white-tailed deer population has climbed to an estimated 5.64 million. http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/newsmedia/releases/?req=20261001b 20261001b ROCKSPRINGS -  Devil's Sinkhole State Natural Area, currently open by guided access only in Edwards County, is poised to become a more 'traditional' SNA within the Texas State Parks system thanks to the acquisition of 1,200 acres on the western property line. http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/newsmedia/releases/?req=20261001a 20261001a AUSTIN - Inks Lake State Park is set to host an 'Explore Bowhunting' event in Burnet for the fourth time, brought to the public by the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department's (TPWD) Community Archery program along with the Texas Game Wardens, Operation Game Thief, Texas Youth Hunt Program, Hunter's Ed, Outdoor Tomorrow Foundation, Archery Trade Association and other local partners. http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/newsmedia/releases/?req=20260930a 20260930a TYLER -- Join the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) at Tyler Nature Center for the East Texas Fire and Nature Festival on Saturday, October 10, to learn about nature and prescribed fire. http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/newsmedia/releases/?req=20260929a 20260929a AUSTIN - Texas Game Wardens will celebrate National Hunting and Fishing Day 2026 at the Texas State Capitol on Monday, Sept. 28, with interactive displays, specialized equipment and opportunities for the public to meet the game wardens who protect Texas' natural resources and communities. http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/newsmedia/releases/?req=20260925a 20260925a AUSTIN -- Just like a park-loving Texan, the Centennial Time Capsule, is off to its next location as it roams the Lone Star State for 50 years on a quest to visit every park. This time, it is moving to Caddo Lake State Park after its summer stay at Palo Duro Canyon State Park. http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/newsmedia/releases/?req=20260924a 20260924a AUSTIN - Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) invites Texans to bring their friends and family into the outdoors for National Hunting and Fishing Day on Sept. 26. This celebration recognizes hunters and anglers for their contributions to wildlife and conservation. http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/newsmedia/releases/?req=20260921c 20260921c AUSTIN - El Departamento de Parques y Vida Silvestre de Texas (TPWD) invita a los Texanos a llevar a sus amigos y familiares al aire libre para el Día Nacional de la Caza y la Pesca el 26 de septiembre. Esta celebración reconoce a cazadores y pescadores por sus contribuciones a la fauna y la conservación. http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/newsmedia/releases/?req=20260921b 20260921b NEW ORLEANS -- At the closing banquet of the National Association of State Parks Directors (NASPD) conference on Thursday, Texas State Parks Director Rodney Franklin was honored with the Distinguished Service Award from America's State Parks. http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/newsmedia/releases/?req=20260921a 20260921a Texas Historical Commission, Texas Parks and Wildlife Department Launch Buffalo Soldiers Heritage Trail Website http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/newsmedia/releases/?req=20260918b 20260918b