Zaragoza Birthplace State Historic Site Unveils New Exhibits Oct. 4
GOLIAD— Join the Zaragoza Birthplace State Historic Site staff as they unveil the vibrant, new exhibits displaying the Mexican hero’s birth, life and culture.
TPWD News Releases
Oct. 4, 2019
Catch the Buzz with Texas’ Fourth Annual Pollinator BioBlitz
AUSTIN — For the next two weeks, Texans are invited to take part in the fourth statewide Pollinator BioBlitz. The goal of the BioBlitz, which runs from Oct. 4-20, is to raise awareness of the diversity and importance of pollinators while bringing greater attention to the critical habitat needs of monarchs and native pollinators across the state.
Sept. 10, 2019
Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center Outdoor Expo Set for Sept. 21
ATHENS – The Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center (TFFC) is offering visitors opportunities to learn about a wide range of outdoor skills and participate in family fun events during its annual Outdoor Expo and Bluegill Family Fishing Tournament on Saturday, Sept. 21. The expo will run from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Aug. 30, 2019
Balmorhea State Park Closes Sept. 3 for Maintenance Projects
TOYAHVALE— Balmorhea State Park is closing its gates Sept. 3 for continued park improvements scheduled to run through Spring 2020.
Aug. 12, 2019
Six Texas State Parks and Historic Sites Transfer to the Texas Historical Commission Sept. 1
AUSTIN— Beginning Sept. 1, the operation and maintenance of six Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) sites will be transferred to the Texas Historical Commission (THC). The 86th Texas Legislature approved House Bill 1422 which transfers operational control of these sites to the THC.
Aug. 7, 2019
Battleship Texas Closes to the Public Aug. 26
LA PORTE— The Battleship Texas State Historic Site will close to the public Aug. 26, allowing staff and contractors full accessibility to the ship ensuring they can safely perform the necessary preparation work ahead of a repair project. The last day the public will be able to explore the Battleship Texas will be Sunday, Aug. 25.
Partial Closure of Big Bend Ranch State Park Runs Aug. 19-27 for Wildlife Surveys
TERLINGUA— The interior of the Big Bend Ranch State Park Complex will be closed for the safety of park visitors during wildlife surveys Aug. 19 – 27. During the surveys, staff will be counting desert bighorn sheep by helicopter and dispatching non-native aoudad (barbary sheep) when encountered.
July 23, 2019
TPWD Performs Large-scale Feasibility Study for Wyler Aerial Tramway Project; El Paso Community Foundation Hosting Public Meeting July 24
EL PASO— The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department is performing a feasibility study geared toward determining the future of the Wyler Aerial Tramway. A public meeting hosted by the El Paso Community Foundation will be held July 24 at 6 p.m. This is an opportunity for residents of El Paso to provide input on the project in person.
July 22, 2019
Mustang Island Reopens for Overnight Camping
PORT ARANSAS— Mustang Island State Park is reopening for overnight camping after Hurricane Harvey storm damage delayed the previously scheduled restroom replacement project in the campgrounds.
July 12, 2019
Galveston Island State Park Remains Open Before Beachside Project Begins
AUSTIN— Galveston Island State Park is keeping its beachside gates open through the summer before beginning a major beach redevelopment project in September. The park will continue to accept new day use and beachside overnight reservations until Sept. 3.