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Aug. 14, 2024

La aplicación móvil Texas Harvest recibe un nuevo nombre — Texas Hunt & Fish

AUSTIN — 15 de agosto, el Departamento de Parques y Vida Silvestre de Texas (TPWD) lanzará una versión actualizada de la aplicación móvil oficial utilizada por cazadores y pescadores en todo el estado para reportar capturas, realizar el registro electrónico en sitio, exhibición de licencias digitales y más.

Texas Harvest Mobile App Gets a New Name — Texas Hunt & Fish

AUSTIN — On Aug. 15, the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department will launch an updated version of the official mobile app used by hunters and anglers across the state for harvest reporting, electronic onsite registration, digital license display, and more.

Aug. 13, 2024

Las Licencias para Caza y Pesca en Texas Estarán a la Venta a Partir del 15 de agosto

AUSTIN – El otoño se acerca y eso significa el comienzo de nuevas temporadas de caza y pesca. Antes de aventurarse en el agua o salir al campo, el Departamento de Parques y Vida Silvestre de Texas (TPWD) recuerda a los cazadores y pescadores que compren su nueva licencia para la temporada 2024-25.

Texas Hunting, Fishing Licenses on Sale Aug. 15

AUSTIN – Fall is drawing near and that means the beginning of new hunting and fishing seasons. Prior to venturing to the water or hitting the field, the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) reminds hunters and anglers to purchase their new licenses for the 2024-25 season.

Aug. 12, 2024

Texas Freshwater Fishing Hall of Fame Accepting Nominations Through Nov. 1

ATHENS – The Texas Freshwater Fishing Hall of Fame committee is seeking nominations for next year’s induction into the hall of fame. Nominees can be either individuals or organizations who’ve made important contributions to fishing in Texas.  Applications are being accepted through Nov. 1.

Aug. 7, 2024

Veteran Suicide Awareness Ruck Hike Scheduled at 16 Texas State Parks in September

AUSTIN— September is National Suicide Prevention Month, and 16 Texas State Parks will be hosting hikes to shed light on this issue, which affects many veterans and their loved ones. The Veteran Suicide Awareness Ruck Hike, an annual event organized by Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) Veteran’s Liaison Nicole Mechler, allows families, friends and veterans to network and build a support system, as well as spread the word about veteran-specific mental health issues.

Aug. 6, 2024

Historic Volunteer Milestone Reached by Two Texas Master Naturalists

AUSTIN — If you gaze across a restored coastal prairie within a Galveston Bay-area state park or nature center, you’re probably viewing the handiwork of Tom Solomon and Jim Duron.

Aug. 5, 2024

Texas Game Wardens Add Second Helicopter to Aviation Unit

AUSTIN – The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) has added a new helicopter to its fleet of law enforcement aircraft. The 2023 Airbus H125 helicopter will allow the Texas Game Warden Aviation Unit to expand their statewide response capacity for natural disasters, search and rescue incidents, air patrols and more.

Aug. 2, 2024

Chronic Wasting Disease Detected in Medina County Deer Breeding Facility

AUSTIN — Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) received confirmation of one case of Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) in a Medina County deer breeding facility. This is the fifth facility where CWD has been detected in the county.

July 31, 2024

TPWD Releases 1 Billionth Fish into Texas Waters

LAKE JACKSON—Texas Parks and Wildlife Department’s (TPWD) Coastal Fisheries Division released the billionth hatchery-produced fingerling into Texas coastal waters.