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June 27, 2024

TPWD to Deploy Materials for New Artificial Reef Site in Sabine

SEA RIM STATE PARK — Texas Parks and Wildlife’s (TPWD) Artificial Reef Program, in partnership with the nonprofit organization Friends of Sabine Reef, is adding a fourth artificial reef site to the Sabine Pass area on June 27 and June 28.

Chronic Wasting Disease Detected in Sutton County Deer Breeding Facility

AUSTIN — Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) received confirmation of one case of Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) in a Sutton County deer breeding facility, marking the second facility where CWD has been detected in the county, located in the Edward Plateau region of Texas.

June 25, 2024

El Precio del Pase para los Parques Estatales de Texas Aumentará el 1 de Septiembre

AUSTIN— El Pase de Parques Estatales de Texas, que ofrece a los titulares del pase y a sus invitados acceso gratuito e ilimitado de uso a todos los 88 Parques Estatales de Texas, aumentará su precio anual de $70 a $95 el 1 de septiembre. Esta es solo la segunda vez que el precio aumenta desde que comenzó el programa en 2004.

Texas State Parks Pass Price to Increase Sept. 1

AUSTIN— The Texas State Parks Pass, which gives passholders and their guests unlimited free day-use access to all 88 Texas State Parks, is increasing its annual price from $70 to $95 on Sept. 1. This is only the second time the price has increased since the program was instituted in 2004.

June 20, 2024

Texas State Parks Offers Seven Summer Heat Safety Tips

AUSTIN – Rising temperatures and the month of June signal the arrival of the dog days of summer. With heat-related illnesses on the rise, Texas State Parks is sharing seven tips to help Texans beat the heat and enjoy their time in the outdoors safely.

El Departamento de Parques Estatales de Texas les Comparte Siete Consejos de Seguridad para el Calor del Verano

AUSTIN – El aumento de las temperaturas y el mes de junio señalan la llegada de los días calurosos del verano. Con el aumento de las enfermedades relacionadas con el calor, el Departamento de Parques Estatales de Texas comparten siete consejos para ayudar a los Texanos a combatir el calor y disfrutar de su tiempo al aire libre de manera segura.

June 14, 2024

Chronic Wasting Disease Detected in Trinity 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 Trinity County deer breeding facility, marking the first detection in the county.

June 13, 2024

Texas Parks and Wildlife Commission Approves Statewide Deer Carcass Disposal Regulations

AUSTIN — The Texas Parks and Wildlife Commission approved statewide deer carcass disposal regulations during its May meeting in an effort to reduce the risk of transmission of Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) across the state. For most hunters, these new regulations do not change how they currently care for their deer after harvest.

June 12, 2024

Texas Parks and Wildlife Commission Approves Reduction of Chronic Wasting Disease Containment and Surveillance Zones

AUSTIN — The Texas Parks and Wildlife Commission has approved updates to the Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) Containment and Surveillance Zones.

June 11, 2024

Media Advisory: South Llano River State Park Ribbon Cutting June 14