July 7, 2014

TPWD Online Public Hunt Drawing System Now Live

AUSTIN – Hunters applying for the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department’s drawn public hunts can now take advantage of the new online-only Public Hunt Drawing System.

Beat July Heat with a Canoe, Kayak Outing

AUSTIN – On the water it’s easier than ever to experience a closer view of wildlife and scenery. Beat the heat and kayak or canoe easily accessible and scenic waterways in a state park or along a designated Texas Paddling Trail.

June 27, 2014

Fish Habitat at Brushy Creek Reservoir Enhanced with Aquatic Vegetation Plantings

ATHENS—Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) partnered with Austin Fly Fishers (AFF) and the City of Cedar Park Parks and Recreation Department to conduct native aquatic vegetation plantings at Brushy Creek Reservoir on June 21.

June 25, 2014

Statewide Boat-draining Rule Takes Effect July 1

ATHENS – Beginning July 1, boaters must drain all water from their boat and on-board receptacles before leaving or approaching a body of fresh water anywhere in Texas.

June 24, 2014

Texas Game Wardens Enhance BWI Enforcement Efforts

AUSTIN – Law enforcement officers across the U.S. are gearing up for Operation Dry Water – the nation’s boating while intoxicated (BWI) awareness and enforcement campaign. The nationwide event will take place June 27-29.

June 23, 2014

18th Annual Great Texas Birding Classic Breaks Records

AUSTIN – The results are in and organizers of the 18th annual Great Texas Birding Classic have something to squawk about.

Fourth of July Fireworks at Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center

ATHENS, Texas—The annual Fourth of July fireworks show at the Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center (TFFC) will be Friday, July 4.

June 20, 2014

Sea Rim State Park Enjoying Rebirth on the Upper Coast

SABINE PASS – Sea Rim State Park on the upper Texas coast has been reborn after being battered and inundated by two hurricanes in the past decade and now sports a host of improvements to enhance the visitor experience.

June 10, 2014

Five Persons Sentenced in Connection with Texas Game Warden Assaults

AUSTIN — One of two men arrested last fall for assaulting two Texas game wardens following a high-speed pursuit in Limestone County has been sentenced to 30 years in prison following guilty pleas to five felonies stemming from the case. Four other individuals whose role in the case became apparent after further investigation also have entered pleas and received sentences.

TPWD Public Hunt Drawing System Going Paperless

AUSTIN – Effective with this summer’s applications, the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department’s popular Public Hunt Drawing System will be online-only.