TPWD Calendar
The following meetings may be of interest to the public. Check the master calendar for all TPWD events.
TPWD News Releases
June 6, 2005
Stay Tuned, June 6, 2005
Information from Texas Parks and Wildlife is available on radio and television, as well as the newsstand.
May 31, 2005
Boating Season Kicks Off With Warning About Boating While Drunk
UNDATED — With the arrival of National Safe Boating Week (May 21-27), Boating While Intoxicated arrests are up statewide. Statewide, there were 193 BWI arrests in 2003 and in 2004, there were 279.
Authorities Suggest Ways for Living With Alligators
HOUSTON — As Texas residents expand their homes and businesses into alligator country, encounters between these normally shy reptiles and humans are increasing. And late spring through summer is alligator mating and nesting season, when gators are more likely to be visible.
State Parks Lure Anglers During Family Fishing Celebration
AUSTIN, Texas — Lazy summer days and fishing just seem to go hand in hand, so it’s the perfect time to take advantage of the Family Fishing Celebration that allows fishing without a fishing license in Texas state parks.
Falcon Reservoir Primed To Reclaim Bass Reputation
ZAPATA, Texas —Texas Parks and Wildlife Department biologists are excited over the prospects for Falcon Reservoir. A decade ago Falcon Reservoir offered some of the best bass fishing in Texas and was a very popular destination for bass tournament anglers. Then came a 10-year drought that pulled water levels down and led to a decline in bass fishing.
Master Naturalist Fall Training Classes Offered
AUSTIN, Texas — Fourteen chapters of the Texas Master Naturalist program will be conducting fall training classes for volunteers who want to help conserve natural resources.
Stay Tuned, May 31, 2005
Information from Texas Parks and Wildlife is available on radio and television, as well as the newsstand.
May 26, 2005
North Texas Ranch Earns Top Land Steward Award
FORT WORTH, Texas — The Richards Ranch in Jack County west of here has been named this year’s statewide Lone Star Land Steward by the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department.
May 23, 2005
Historic Railroad To Offer Kids Free Ride Again This Summer
RUSK, Texas — Parents and grandparents seeking an inexpensive and fun way to entertain youngsters during summer vacation should consider climbing aboard a steam train for a ride through the East Texas piney woods.