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May 16, 2025

Purtis Creek State Park Seeks Volunteers for ADA Access Improvement Project

EUSTACE – Purtis Creek State Park has partnered with the Get Outside Alliance (GOA), a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving state parks, to host a volunteer workday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on May 17.

Toyota ShareLunker Program Enjoys Another Successful Collection Season

ATHENS – The 2025 Toyota ShareLunker program powered forward with another excellent collection season for the fifth consecutive year.

May 15, 2025

Texas Accepts First Dedication of Water Rights for Environmental Protection in 20 Years

AUSTIN— Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) announces it has helped secure a 10-year commitment of 200 acre-feet per year of surface water to help conserve Big Cypress Bayou in northeast Texas.

Federal Red Snapper Season Opens June 1

AUSTIN — The private recreational angler red snapper season in federal waters opens June 1. Red snapper fishing is open year-round in Texas state waters. Bag and size limits for federal and state waters will remain unchanged.

Slight Increase in Hunting Accidents Highlights Need for Vigilance in the Field

AUSTIN— Texas experienced an increase in hunting accidents with last year, with 18 non-fatal hunting accidents and one fatality reported in the 2024 Texas Hunting Accident Report.

May 14, 2025

Abilene State Park Pool Renovations Continue

ABILENE— Renovations of the historic Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC)-era pool at Abilene State Park are underway and expected to continue through the summer, leading the site to remain closed to the public.

Official Media Advisory: Re-Opening “Sneak Preview” Event of TFFC Renovations

ATHENS – Texas Parks and Wildlife Department’s (TPWD) Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center (TFFC) will host a re-opening “sneak preview” event May 29 to celebrate the completion of major renovations.

Texas Game Wardens Urge Safety Ahead of Safe Boating Week

AUSTIN – Texas Game Wardens and Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) urge boaters to make safety their top priority as they kick off National Safe Boating Week, May 17–23.

May 12, 2025

Texas Master Naturalist Program Receives Prestigious Society for Range Management Outstanding Achievement Award

AUSTIN — The Society for Range Management (SRM) recognized the Texas Master Naturalist (TMN) program with its Outstanding Achievement Award for commitment to community engagement.

Official Media Advisory: Living Near Bats Community Workshop Coming to Walker County

HUNTSVILLE — Texas Parks and Wildlife Department, Bat Conservation International and the Texas Department of Criminal Justice will be hosting a family-friendly “Living Near Bats” workshop May 17.