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Aug. 30, 2024

Boaters, Waterfowl Hunters Prompted to ‘Clean, Drain and Dry’ ahead of Labor Day Weekend and Teal Season Opener

AUSTIN – As Texans gear up for Labor Day weekend and the opening of early teal hunting season on Sept. 14, the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) urges boaters, paddlers and waterfowl hunters to do their part to protect the Texas lakes we love from aquatic invasive species.

Aug. 23, 2024

Two Texas Game Wardens Recognized During August Commission Meeting

AUSTIN – The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) recognized Texas Game Wardens James Adcock and Allison “Alli” Hatten at the August Texas Parks and Wildlife Commission meeting as award recipients by the National Association of Safe Boating Law Administrators (NASBLA) and the Association of Midwest Fish and Game Law Enforcement Officers (AMFGLEO), respectively.

July 15, 2024

Texas Game Wardens’ Operation Dry Water Campaign Effective in Reducing BWIs

AUSTIN – Despite the landfall of Hurricane Beryl, Texas Game Wardens worked hard to keep Texans safe as they celebrated the Fourth of July on the water.

July 2, 2024

Los Guardabosques de Texas Enfatizan la Seguridad al Navegar y Mantenerse Sobrio Durante el Feriado del 4 de Julio

AUSTIN – A medida que las temperaturas continúan subiendo, muchos texanos y visitantes de otros estados están haciendo planes para refrescarse en uno de los muchos cuerpos de agua prístinos del estado. El Departamento de Parques y Vida Silvestre de Texas (TPWD) recuerda a aquellos que disfrutan del agua seguir las precauciones básicas de seguridad en la navegación durante el fin de semana festivo.

Texas Game Wardens Stress Boating Safety, ’Staying Dry’ During July 4 Holiday

AUSTIN – As temperatures continue to rise, many Texans and out-of-state visitors are making plans to cool off on one of the many pristine waterbodies across the state. Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) reminds those on the water to follow basic boating safety precautions over the holiday weekend.

July 1, 2024

Boaters Urged to ‘Clean, Drain and Dry’ to Halt Aquatic Invasive Species Spread

AUSTIN – Texans throughout the state take advantage of the Fourth of July holiday to enjoy the summer sun on the water. The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) urges boaters and paddlers to do their part to protect the Texas lakes we love from aquatic invasive species during the heart of boating season.

May 31, 2024

Texas Game Wardens See Reduction in Boating Accidents, Rise in Drownings During Memorial Day Weekend

AUSTIN – This past Memorial Day weekend, Texas Game Wardens patrolled Texas’ many waterbodies and assisted fellow first responders with rescues and recoveries due to strong storms and extreme heat. Wardens noted a decrease in boating incidents and citations filed, but an increase in drownings and warnings issued.

May 26, 2024

Official Media Statement: Jefferson County Boat Accident

May 23, 2024

National Safe Boating Week Encourages Boating and Water Safety Ahead of Memorial Day Weekend

AUSTIN – Just in time for one of the busiest boating weekends of the year, Texas Game Wardens and agency partners are celebrating National Safe Boating Week, May 18-24. The week-long campaign emphasizes the importance of safe boating practices and the use of boating safety equipment.

May 22, 2024

TPWD Emphasizes Need for Boaters to “Clean, Drain, and Dry”

AUSTIN – As we approach Memorial Day and summertime, Texans throughout the state will head to the water for fun and recreation. The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) urges boaters and paddlers who enjoy the waterways to do their part to protect the Texas lakes we love from aquatic invasive species.