July 7, 2023

Texas Parks and Wildlife Department Names new COO, Chief of Staff

AUSTIN – Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) announces two promotions to its Executive Office staff.

June 28, 2023

Seven Tips to Stay Safe During the Summer Heat

AUSTIN— The dog days of summer have certainly arrived, and with the soaring temperatures Texas State Parks is sharing seven tips to help Texans enjoy time outdoors safely. Last year, 47 state parks reported 141 heat-related illnesses in humans and pets. Since January 1, 77 heat-related incidents have already been reported, compared to 64 reported by this time last year.

June 22, 2023

Partnership Adds 515 Acres to Honey Creek State Natural Area

SPRING BRANCH— Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) announces 515 more acres of pristine land and water in Central Texas will be protected and stewarded for future generations of Texans.

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 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.

May 25, 2023

TPW Commission Approves Purchase of Fairfield Lake State Park

AUSTIN— During Thursday’s public meeting, Texas Parks and Wildlife Commission unanimously voted to authorize Texas Parks and Wildlife Department’s (TPWD) executive director to take all necessary steps to purchase approximately 5,000 acres in Freestone County including Fairfield Lake State Park.

Texas Parks and Wildlife Department Awards $5.14 Million in Recreational Trail Grants to Texas Communities

AUSTIN— During Thursday’s meeting, the Texas Parks and Wildlife Commission approved more than $5.14 million dollars in grants funding 15 construction projects and one educational development across the state.

May 23, 2023

Traveling Art Exhibit Honoring 100 Years of Texas State Parks Moves to Houston

AUSTIN— In honor of the Centennial Celebration of Texas State Parks, the Houston Museum of Natural Science will display a new traveling art exhibit May 26 – October 1.