May 11, 2016

Texas State-Fish Art Contest Announces 2016 Winners

ATHENS—The Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center, headquarters for the Texas division of Wildlife Forever’s State-Fish Art Contest, has announced the winners for 2016.

Memorial Ceremony Honors Fallen Texas Game Wardens

ATHENS — A ceremony honoring the 18 Texas Game Wardens who lost their lives in the line of duty will be held here Friday, May 13, at 10 a.m. in the Memorial Plaza at the Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center.

May 10, 2016

Angler Access to Texas Rivers Continues to Improve

AUSTIN – Angler access to Texas rivers continues to improve through a public-private partnership between cooperating landowners and Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD).

May 5, 2016

Next Steps Basics at TPWD Turkey Hunting 101 Workshop May 14

GRAND PRAIRIE – Discover the allure of spring turkey hunting and learn from the experts at Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) what it takes to get started during a half-day workshop Saturday, May 14, at the Grand Prairie Gun Club.

Gulf Shrimp Season Closing May 15

AUSTIN — The Gulf of Mexico commercial shrimp season for both Texas and federal waters will close 30 minutes after sunset Sunday, May 15, until a still-to-be determined time in July.

May 4, 2016

New Native Pollinator Management Guidelines Available for Texas Landowners Working to Achieve Wildlife Tax Valuation

AUSTIN – Protecting native insect pollinators on private property now comes with new benefits for landowners.

May 3, 2016

TPWD Taking Public Comment on Proposed Deer Movement Rules

AUSTIN — The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) is taking public comment on proposed rules that would implement the department’s comprehensive chronic wasting disease (CWD) management plan with respect to the artificial movement of deer under TPWD permits, including Triple T (trap, transfer and transplant), DMP (deer management permit), TTP (trap, transport and process) and deer breeder.

May 2, 2016

Community Outdoor Outreach Program Provides Opportunity to Get Outside

AUSTIN – Texas children will have more opportunities to explore the state’s natural resources, thanks to the nearly $1.5 million in 40 grants awarded this year through Texas Parks and Wildlife’s Community Outdoor Outreach Program (CO-OP). The grants help fund community-based youth and family outdoors-oriented programs and activities like camping, backpacking, kayaking and service projects.

April 28, 2016

New Survey for Rock Art Begins at Hueco Tanks State Park and Historic Site

EL PASO — A new two-year survey for Native American rock art is now underway at Hueco Tanks State Park and Historic Site. The park is a significant cultural site and home to a variety of rock imagery, some of which may be several thousands of years old. It is also known as a destination for rock climbing and bouldering.

Historic Swimming Pool at Abilene State Park Awaits Changes Ahead of Summer Season

TUSCOLA – Changes are coming soon to the historic swimming pool at Abilene State Park.