TPWD News Releases

Rainbow Trout Arriving Soon at a Waterbody Near You

AUSTIN – The holiday season is just around the corner and with it comes the annual Texas winter tradition of trout fishing at waterbodies across the state.

Protect Texas’ Natural Resources: Apply Now for 68th Texas Game Warden, State Park Police Academy

AUSTIN – Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) is now accepting applications for the 68th Texas Game Warden and State Park Police cadet class, aimed at those interested in conservation law enforcement, public safety and being part of the next generation of elite state law enforcement officers.

Texas Parks and Wildlife Commission Approves Proposed Oyster Mariculture Rule Revisions, Temporary Closures of Oyster Restoration Areas in Galveston Bay

CORPUS CHRISTI- At its Nov. 7 meeting in Corpus Christi, the Texas Parks and Wildlife Commission (TPW) adopted Cultivated Oyster Mariculture (COM) rule changes to clarify and refine current program rules.

Centennial Time Capsule Moves to Abilene State Park

AUSTIN—  The Centennial Time Capsule, which encompasses 100 years of Texas State Parks history, is onto its next stop at Abilene State Park as part of its 50-year trek to every state park.  The time capsule, which houses one object from every state park and support program, went on display at Mother Neff State Park in April.

Texas Game Wardens Emphasize Responsible, Safe Hunting Practices

AUSTIN – With the white-tailed deer general season open, Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) game wardens want to remind everyone about some practical safety and regulatory tips to ensure that hunters across the state have an uneventful yet successful season.

Texas Game Wardens Honored for Life-Saving Actions, Public Safety Achievements

AUSTIN – Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) Executive Director David Yoskowitz recognized game wardens from Denton, Harris, McLennan and Nueces counties and members of the Aviation Unit at Thursday’s Texas Parks and Wildlife Commission meeting.

Official Media Statement: Hudson Fire near Bastrop, Buescher State Parks

Big Time Texas Hunts Winners Announced

AUSTIN — The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) announces the winners of this year’s Big Time Texas Hunts (BTTH).

Chronic Wasting Disease Detected in Kerr County Deer Breeding Facility

AUSTIN – Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) and Texas Animal Health Commission (TAHC) received confirmation of one case of chronic wasting disease (CWD) in a Kerr County deer breeding facility, marking the first confirmed detection in the county.

Waterfowl Hunters Play a Critical Part in Preventing the Spread of Invasive Species

AUSTIN – The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) encourages hunters to take responsible action in their critical role in protecting waterfowl habitats and the lakes we love from the spread of aquatic invasive species like giant salvinia and zebra mussels.