Experts Dispel Drowning Myths, Stress Safety Tips
AUSTIN, Texas — Contrary to what’s portrayed in movies, drowning victims usually don’t scream and splash when in distress — they just go underwater.
TPWD News Releases
July 12, 2004
TPWD Game Warden Field Notes, July 12, 2004
The following are excerpts from recent Texas Parks and Wildlife Department law enforcement reports.
July 6, 2004
When Going Boating, Leave Behind a ’Float Plan’
AUSTIN, Texas — Before you go, it is always important to leave some detailed information with a friend, co-worker or neighbor about your boating trip. That information is extremely helpful for authorities like Texas Parks and Wildlife Department game wardens who might be the ones coming to look for you if you’re not back on time.
June 28, 2004
Junior Boater Program Teaches Young Kids Water Safety
AUSTIN, Texas — Though it is only two years old, a Texas Parks and Wildlife Department water and boater safety program reaches more than 10,000 children per year.
June 21, 2004
Don’t Be Left High and Dry on Your First Boat Trip of the Season
AUSTIN, Texas — Texas Parks and Wildlife Department game wardens have seen a lot of boaters try and go out for their first run of the season and for one reason or another, fail to make a successful trip.
June 14, 2004
TPWD Game Warden Field Notes, June 14, 2004
The following are excerpts from recent Texas Parks and Wildlife Department law enforcement reports.
May 31, 2004
Texas Boating Officer of the Year Named
AUSTIN, Texas — At the May 27 Texas Parks and Wildlife Commission meeting, the Texas "State Boating Law Enforcement Officer of The Year" award was given to TPWD Game Warden Bill Blackburn of Llano County.
TPWD Gives Money to Corpus for Boat Ramp
AUSTIN, Texas — The Texas Parks and Wildlife Commission approved giving $500,000 in matching fund assistance for boat ramp construction to the City of Corpus Christi.
May 3, 2004
TPWD Game Warden Field Notes, May 3, 2004
The following are excerpts from recent Texas Parks and Wildlife Department law enforcement reports.
April 19, 2004
TPWD Game Warden Field Notes, April 19, 2004
The following are excerpts from recent Texas Parks and Wildlife Department law enforcement reports.