Feb. 19, 2013

ShareLunker Bite Heats Up: Lake O’ the Pines, Toledo Bend, Lake Fork

ATHENS—Toyota ShareLunker entries came from three East Texas reservoirs within the last week.

Feb. 15, 2013

Prescribed burn planned for Mustang Island State Park

CORPUS CHRISTI – Park Superintendent Damon Reeves announced today that Texas Parks and Wildlife Department staff plans to conduct a prescribed burn at Mustang Island State Park during February or March. The burn is expected to be conducted and completed in two to three days.

Feb. 13, 2013

Gentilz Exhibit to Debut at Texas Independence Celebration

WASHINGTON, Texas – An exhibit showcasing the works of a 19th century Paris-born painter and draftsman who chronicled early Texas life and its indigenous cultures will open on March 2  as part of the kickoff of the annual Texas Independence Day celebration.

Feb. 12, 2013

Houston Area Hatchery-Aquarium Hosts Free Anniversary Bash Feb. 23

LAKE JACKSON — Sea Center Texas will host its 8th annual Nature Day from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., Feb. 23, and the public is invited to join in the free festivities and help celebrate the 50th anniversary of Texas Parks and Wildlife Department, the 30th anniversary of TPWD Coastal Fish Hatcheries, and Sea Center’s 17th anniversary.

Feb. 11, 2013

Falcon Takes Wing with Toyota ShareLunker 541

ATHENS—Falcon International Reservoir joined the Toyota ShareLunker action on Thursday, February 7, with a 13.4-pound entry into the ShareLunker program.

Get Hooked on Fly Fishing March 9 at Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center

ATHENS—Fly Fish Texas returns to the Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center March 9 with the goal of teaching visitors to tie a fly, cast a fly and catch a fish with it all in one day.

Feb. 5, 2013

Athens Eggfest 2013 Set for April 13 at Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center

ATHENS—The third annual Athens Eggfest is scheduled for Saturday, April 13, at the Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center (TFFC).

Feb. 4, 2013

Toyota ShareLunker 540 Comes from Lake Fork

ATHENS—Richard Scibek of Granbury went to Lake Fork Saturday to enjoy a day of fishing with his friend James Quisenberry.

Jan. 31, 2013

Pedaling Adventures Await in Texas State Parks

AUSTIN – Hundreds of miles of dirt, caliche, crushed granite and paved bike trails wind through Texas State Parks, offering both easy and challenging rides in safe and scenic environments. February is a great time to join a scheduled ride, tackle an ambitious biking event, or better yet, take an unguided cruise on your own schedule with your family and friends.

Jan. 29, 2013

Chihuahuan Desert Bike Fest to be Held at Big Bend Ranch State Park

LAJITAS—The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) will partner with Terlingua-based outfitter Desert Sports to present the third annual Chihuahuan Desert Bike Fest, February 14–16, in the Lajitas/Terlingua area.