April 22, 2014

Game Warden Field Notes, April 22, 2014

The following items are compiled from recent Texas Parks and Wildlife Department law enforcement reports.

April 18, 2014

It’s Fishin’ Time in Texas

ATHENS—Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) has begun stocking channel catfish into Neighborhood Fishin’ Program lakes in urban areas across Texas. Stockings will take place every two weeks through the summer and fall except during August, when high water temperatures may limit fish survival.

April 17, 2014

Public Comment Sought on Rules to Require Draining Water from Vessels on All Public Fresh Waters

AUSTIN – The Texas Parks and Wildlife Commission has approved for public comment a proposal to require that all boats operating on all public fresh water in Texas be drained after use to help combat the further spread of zebra mussels.

Davis Mountains State Park to Host Open House

FORT DAVIS – Davis Mountains State Park will be showcasing recent improvements and offering free admission to enjoy a host of special activities at an Open House on April 25-26.

April 15, 2014

Regional Lone Star Land Stewards for 2014 Announced

AUSTIN – The ability to manage land in good times as well as bad is the mark of a good land steward. This year’s recipients of the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department’s Lone Star Land Steward Awards are prime examples.

Toyota Texas Bass Classic Qualifiers Announced for 2014

ATHENS—The Toyota Texas Bass Classic (TTBC), the World Championship of Professional Bass Fishing, brings the best set of qualified anglers to Lake Fork, May 9-11. The three-day tournament combines the Top 15 in Angler of the Year (AOY) points from all three major tournaments including the Walmart FLW Tour, Bassmaster Elite Series and the PAA Tournament Series. Daily tournament weigh-ins, outdoor expos and country music concerts will add to the daily excitement of this event.

San Jacinto Day Festival, Battle Re-enactment Set for April 26

HOUSTON — Hundreds of history re-enactors — complete with cannons, horses, dogs, women, children and pyrotechnics — will recreate the events leading up to Texas winning its independence 178 years ago at the decisive Battle of San Jacinto in 1836. The largest battle re-enactment in the state is the centerpiece of the admission-free San Jacinto Day Festival held from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Saturday, April 26 on the grounds surrounding the San Jacinto Monument.

April 9, 2014

Texas To Host 2014 Biennial Pronghorn Workshop

AUSTIN – Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) and Borderlands Research Institute at Sul Ross State University will host the Western Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies 26th Biennial Pronghorn Workshop in Alpine, Texas May 12-14, 2014.

April 2, 2014

Whole Earth Provision Co. Hosts Two Funding Events for Texas State Parks

AUSTIN – Whole Earth Provision Co. is once again stepping up to support Texas State Parks.  For the third year in a row, this Texas-based travel, adventure and nature store will host two great events and donate the proceeds to help with state park day-to-day operational expenses and enhanced visitor programs.

March 31, 2014

Search Continues for Wildlife Affected by Oil Spill

(This news release was first issued March 24, 2014. Updates are added to the top of the release.)