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June 19, 2023

Texas Game Wardens Assist Perryton Tornado Response

PERRYTON – On Thursday June 15 Texas Game Wardens responded to a strong thunderstorm that developed into an EF3 tornado striking the town of Perryton.  In addition to causing widespread property damage, the storm claimed three lives and injured hundreds of others. Through the aftermath, Wardens remained on scene assisting local and state first responders with search and rescue efforts as well as traffic enforcement and community support.

June 15, 2023

The Great Outdoor Scavenger Hunt is Back with a New Category- GASP!

AUSTIN— This summer, Texas Parks & Wildlife magazine kicks off its fourth annual Great Outdoor Scavenger Hunt (GOSH). Participants can choose from 35 locations in seven regions for chances to win prizes from Buc-ee’s, Whole Earth Provisions Co., the Texas Historical Commission and more.

June 10, 2023

Commissioners Authorize Preserving State Park

AUSTIN – At a special meeting, Texas Parks and Wildlife Commission authorized Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) to file a petition for condemnation and pursue acquisition at fair market value of approximately 5,000 acres in Freestone County to preserve Fairfield Lake State Park and Fairfield Lake for public use.

June 6, 2023

Texas Game Wardens Respond to Flooding in Potter County

AMARILLO – Due to historic flooding along the Canadian River last week, the Potter County Sheriff’s Office requested that Texas Game Wardens assist with swift-water search and rescue needs.

June 3, 2023

Property Sale Prompts Fairfield Lake State Park Closure

AUSTIN— Fairfield Lake State Park will close to the public beginning 10 p.m. June 4.

June 2, 2023

Meeting Announced to Consider Condemning Property Including Fairfield Lake State Park

AUSTIN— Texas Parks and Wildlife Commission announced Friday it will hold a special meeting at 10:30 a.m. June 10 to consider acquiring through condemnation a 5,000-acre property in Freestone County that includes Fairfield Lake and Fairfield Lake State Park.

June 1, 2023

Game Wardens Help Keep Public Safe during Memorial Day Weekend

AUSTIN — This past Memorial Day weekend, Texas Game Wardens patrolled Texas lakes and rivers to ensure visitors were recreating responsibly. They cited a decrease in accidents this year but noted an increase in citations issued, warnings and arrests.

May 30, 2023

El Día de Pesca Gratis en Texas está programado para el 3 de junio

AUSTIN — Cada año, el primer sábado de junio, los pescadores de todo el estado empacan su equipo para pesca y alistan sus cañas para disfrutar la tradición tejana del Día de Pesca Gratis. Este año el Día de Pesca Gratis cae en 3 de junio y los texanos pueden pescar en cualquier cuerpo de agua público en el estado sin necesidad de tener un permiso para pesca.

Free Fishing Day in Texas Slated for June 3

AUSTIN – Each year on the first Saturday in June, anglers across the state pack their tackle boxes and get their fishing poles ready for the Texas tradition of Free Fishing Day. This year, Free Fishing Day lands on June 3 and Texans can fish on any public waterbody in the state without a fishing license.

Chronic Wasting Disease Detected in a Free-Range Deer in Bexar County

AUSTIN—Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) received notification of a new case of Chronic Wasting Disease in a free-range white-tailed deer in Bexar County.