Aug. 24, 2023

Policy Limiting Use of Eminent Domain Adopted by TPW Commission

AUSTIN— The Texas Parks and Wildlife Commission adopted a policy Thursday limiting its use of eminent domain.

Aug. 23, 2023

TPWD Seeks Public Comments on the 2024 Land and Water Plan

AUSTIN – The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) is seeking public review and comments on its draft 2024 Land and Water Resources Conservation and Recreation Plan (Land and Water Plan).

Aug. 18, 2023

Media Advisory: Bracken Cave Hosts Private Event for Media

SAN ANTONIO— In a private event, Bat Conservation International and the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department will offer exclusive media access to Bracken Cave’s 15 million resident bats.

Aug. 17, 2023

A pesar del implacable calor de este verano, se espera que en la temporada de paloma se registren altísimas cifras

AUSTIN — Hemos tenido temperaturas por arriba del promedio este verano pero, gracias a que tuvimos una primavera fresca y lluviosa, los cazadores de Texas podrán encontrar un significativo incremento en las poblaciones de paloma al abrir la temporada este 1ero de septiembre.

Despite Unrelenting Summer Heat, Dove Season Expected to Have Soaring Numbers

AUSTIN — A cool and rainy spring means that despite above-average summer temperatures, Texas hunters could encounter significantly increased dove populations as the 2023 season opens Sept. 1.

Aug. 16, 2023

Texas State Parks Ambassador Program Accepting Applications for South, East Texas Cohorts

AUSTIN—The Texas State Parks Ambassador Program is accepting applications for the newest class of ambassadors in South and East Texas state parks. Applications close at 11:59 p.m. Sept. 27.

Aug. 14, 2023

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

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

Aug. 11, 2023

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

AUSTIN — Ya es agosto, lo que significa que los niños ya regresaron a clases y las temporadas de otoño para caza y pesca están por empezar.  Antes de empacar su equipo de pesca y su ropa camuflada favorita, asegúrese de comprar su licencia anual de caza y pesca para 2023-24.

Texas Hunting, Fishing Licenses on Sale Aug. 15

AUSTIN— It’s August, which means kids are back in school and the fall hunting and fishing seasons are quickly approaching. Before packing your favorite tackle and camo for trips, be sure to purchase an annual fishing and hunting license for 2023-24.

Aug. 9, 2023

Texas Statewide Quail Symposium Slated for Aug. 16-18 in Abilene

ABILENE – Quail experts from across the state are convening Aug. 16-18 in Abilene for The Texas Statewide Quail Symposium.